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Hub Bearing Unit Replacement: Replacement

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  1. Raise the vehicle on a lift (see LIFT AND SUPPORT POINTS ).
  2. Remove the wheel nuts and the rear wheel.
    Fig 1: Wheel Nuts And Rear Wheel With Torque Specification
    G06430617Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  3. Remove the brake drum (see REAR BRAKE DRUM REPLACEMENT ).
  4. Remove the hub cap (A). Pry up the stake (B) on the spindle nut (C), then remove the nut.
    Fig 2: Prying Stake On Spindle Nut With Torque Specification
    G06430618Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  5. Remove the hub bearing unit (A) from the spindle.
    Fig 3: Removing Hub Bearing From Spindle
    G06430619Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  6. Check the hub bearing unit for damage and cracks.
  7. Install the hub bearing unit in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
    • Tighten all mounting hardware to the specified torque values.
    • Use a new spindle nut and hub cap on reassembly.
    • Before installing the spindle nut, apply a small amount of engine oil to the seating surface of the nut. After tightening, use a drift to stake the spindle nut shoulder against the spindle.
    • Before installing the brake drum, clean the mating surface of the hub bearing unit and the inside of the brake drum.
    • Before installing the wheel, clean the mating surface of the brake drum and the inside of the wheel.
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