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Installation Procedure

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  1. Lubricate the following with a light coat of high melting point EP bearing lubricant:
    • The outer wheel bearing
    • The inner wheel bearing
    • The outer wheel bearing cup
    • The inner wheel bearing cup
    • The axle hub spindle
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    Install the outer bearing into the wheel hub.

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    NOTE:

    Drive the outer bearing cup into the wheel hub until it is just past the retaining ring groove. Do not bottom out the bearing assembly in the bore.

    Using the J-44419  installer (2) and the J-8092  handle (1), install the outer bearing cup into the wheel hub.

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    NOTE:

    Ensure that the retaining ring is fully and evenly seated in the groove.

    Install the retaining ring into the groove.

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    NOTE:

    Ensure that the outer bearing assembly rotates freely in the hub

    Using the J-24426  installer (2) and the J-8092  handle (1), turn the wheel hub over and seat the outer bearing assembly against the retaining ring.

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    Turn the wheel hub over and install the inner bearing cup.

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    Using the J-24427  installer (2) and the J-8092  handle (1), install the inner bearing cup into the wheel hub.

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    Install the inner bearing.

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    NOTE:

    Ensure the seal is fully seated in the hub bore.

    Using the J-44420  installer (2) and the J-8092  handle (1), install the new oil seal.

  10. Install the rotor, if necessary. Rear Brake Rotor Replacement (JH6) , or Rear Brake Rotor Replacement (JH9)
  11. Apply a light coat of high melting point EP bearing lubricant to the axle housing spindle.
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    NOTE:

    If the wheel hub assembly does not fully seat itself onto the axle shaft spindle and is removed, the wheel hub seal must be replaced.

    Install the wheel hub to the axle housing.

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    Using the J-2222 - C  wrench, install the adjusting nut to the hub.

  14. Adjust the wheel bearings. Wheel Bearing Adjustment 
  15. Install the axle shaft. Rear Axle Shaft and Gasket Replacement 
  16. Install the brake caliper bracket. Rear Brake Caliper Bracket Replacement (JH9) , or Rear Brake Caliper Bracket Replacement (JH6)
  17. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (Without Dual Rear Wheels) , or Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (With Dual Rear Wheels)
  18. Inspect and add axle lubricant to the axle housing, if necessary. Rear Axle Lubricant Level Inspection (10.5 Inch Axle) , or Rear Axle Lubricant Level Inspection (9.5 Inch Axle) 
  19. Lower the vehicle.
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