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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Wheel Hub/Bearing Remover/Installer Adapter
    GM2549120Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:
    • The front wheel bearing MUST be installed so that the reluctor ring with the brown band is facing toward the wheel speed sensor.
    • Ensure the front wheel bearing is seated evenly in the steering knuckle.
  1. Use the CH-50559-4  installation adapter (1), appropriate extension, and hydraulic press to install the NEW front wheel bearing into the steering knuckle. Ensure the reluctor ring with the brown band is facing toward the wheel speed sensor.
  2. Fig 2: Wheel Hub/Bearing Remover Kit
    GM2549121Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  3. Position the CH-50559-4  installation adapter (1) and the appropriate extension to the inside of the front wheel bearing.
  4. Position the CH-50559-2  removal/installation adapter and the appropriate extension on the front wheel hub.
  5. Press the front wheel hub until it is correctly seated.
  6. Fig 3: Steering Knuckle Retaining Ring
    GM2549316Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  7. Install the front wheel bearing retaining ring (1) in the steering knuckle.
  8. Verify the front wheel bearing and hub assembly rotates smoothly.
  9. Steering Knuckle Replacement  - Install