STUD, Wheel, Front: Removal: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Dodge Charger and 2010 Chrysler 300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Before proceeding. Refer to Brakes - Warning . Refer to Brakes - Caution .

CAUTION: Wheel mounting studs MUST NOT be hammered out of hub flange of hub and bearing assembly. If a stud is removed by hammering it out, damage to hub and bearing assembly will occur leading to premature bearing failure.

Raise and support vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Quick Reference/Hoisting - Standard Procedure
Remove front wheel and tire assembly. See Tires and Wheels - Removal

Access and remove front brake rotor. Refer to Brakes/Hydraulic/Mechanical/ROTOR, Brake - Removal

Fig 1: Wheel Stud Removal (Typical)

Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC

1 - WHEEL MOUNTING (LUG) NUT

2 - HUB AND BEARING ASSEMBLY

3 - SPECIAL TOOL C-4150A

4 - STEERING KNUCKLE

5 - WHEEL STUD

On wheel mounting stud to be removed, install a wheel mounting (lug) nut (1) far enough so the threads on the stud are even with end of nut. Install Remover C-4150A (3), on hub and bearing flange and wheel stud (5).
Tighten screw on Remover, pushing wheel stud (5) out of hub flange. Once shoulder of wheel stud is past flange, remove special tool. Remove nut from stud and remove stud from hub flange.