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Installation Procedure

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  1. Use the CH-51725-8  wheel bearing installation adapter (1), CH-51725-7  wheel hub/bearing installation supporter (2) and hydraulic press to install the new front wheel bearing into the steering knuckle
    Fig 1: Wheel Bearing Installation Adapter
    GM4122074Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE: Ensure that the wheel bearing is evenly seated in the steering knuckle. Be careful that the CH-51725-7  wheel hub/bearing installation supporter (2) is positioned to the right direction in order that the inner race of bearing is not supported.
  2. Install the front wheel bearing retaining ring (1) in the steering knuckle.
    Fig 2: Front Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring
    GM4041915Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  3. Position the CH-51725-7  wheel hub/bearing installation supporter (1) and the appropriate extension to the inside of bearing and position the CH-51725-10  wheel hub installation adapter (2) and the appropriate extension on the wheel hub.
    Fig 3: Wheel Hub/Bearing Installation Supporter
    GM4122075Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE: Be careful that the CH-51725-7  wheel hub/bearing installation supporter (2) is positioned to the right direction in order that the inner race of bearing is supported.
  4. Press the front wheel hub until it is correctly seated.
  5. Verify the front wheel bearing and hub assembly rotates smoothly.
  6. Install the steering knuckle. Refer to Steering Knuckle Replacement .
  7. Lower the vehicle.