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Front Wheel Bearing and Hub Replacement

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Preliminary Procedures

  1. Front Wheel Speed Sensor@Steering Knuckle - Remove - Front Wheel Speed Sensor Replacement
  2. Front Wheel Drive Half Shaft@Front Wheel Bearing and Hub Assembly - Separate - Front Wheel Drive Half Shaft Replacement - Left Side (MKE)Front Wheel Drive Half Shaft Replacement - Left Side (M3E)Front Wheel Drive Half Shaft Replacement - Left Side (MRG) , or Front Wheel Drive Half Shaft Replacement - Right Side (LTG)Front Wheel Drive Half Shaft Replacement - Right Side (LKN)Front Wheel Drive Half Shaft Replacement - Right Side (LFV)
  3. Front Brake Rotor Replacement
1 Front Wheel Bearing and Hub Assembly Bolt [3x]
CAUTION:

Refer to Fastener Caution .

CAUTION:

This vehicle is equipped with torque-to-yield or single use fasteners. Install a NEW torque-to-yield or single use fastener when installing this component. Failure to replace the torque-to-yield or single use fastener could cause damage to the vehicle or component.


Procedure 
Remove and DISCARD the bolts.
Tighten 
First Pass: 100 N.m (74 lb ft)
Final Pass: (60 - 75 degrees)
2 Front Wheel Bearing and Hub Assembly
Procedure 
Apply grease evenly and ensure complete coverage to the steering knuckle bearing pilot bore only. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers 
NOTE:

Avoid applying grease to any other machined surfaces, holes, or threads. Ensure the drain channel at the bottom of the bore is not blocked with grease or debris.