Hub / Bearing: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Dodge Stratus and 2005 Chrysler Sebring. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install the hub and bearing assembly on the knuckle spindle. Install a NEW retaining nut. Tighten the retaining nut to a torque of 250 N.m (185 ft. lbs.).
- Install the hub and bearing dust cap using a soft faced hammer.
- If equipped with rear disc brakes, install the brake rotor and caliper. (Refer to BRAKES/HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL/ROTOR - INSTALLATION)
- If equipped with rear drum brakes, install the drum and adjust brake shoes as necessary. (Refer to BRAKES/HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL/DRUM - INSTALLATION)
- Install the rear tire and wheel assembly. Progressively tighten all wheel stud nuts in crisscross pattern to 135 N.m (100 ft. lbs.) torque.
- Lower the vehicle.