Hub And Bearing: Installation: AWD

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Dodge Magnum, 2006 Dodge Charger, and 2006 Chrysler 300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Halfshaft Isolation Washer

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NOTE: Before installing hub and bearing on end of axle half shaft, ensure isolation washer is present on end of half shaft. Inspect washer making sure it is not worn or damaged. Washer can be installed in either direction on shaft.

Fig 2: Locating Halfshaft at Hub/Bearing Assembly

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Slide hub and bearing (2) onto axle half shaft (1). Position hub and bearing onto knuckle, lining up mounting bolt holes.
Install four bolts (3) fastening hub and bearing in place. Tighten mounting bolts to 68 N.m (50 ft. lbs.) torque.
Install brake rotor, then disc brake caliper and adapter assembly. (Refer to BRAKES/HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL/ROTOR - INSTALLATION)

Fig 3: Locating Axle Shaft Hub Nut
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Install hub nut (1) on end of axle half shaft (2). While a helper applies brakes to keep hub from turning, tighten hub nut to 213 N.m (157 ft. lbs.) torque.

Fig 4: Tire And Wheel Mounting
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Install tire and wheel assembly (1) (Refer to TIRES/WHEELS - INSTALLATION) . Tighten wheel mounting nuts (3) to 150 N.m (110 ft. lbs.) torque.
Lower vehicle.

Fig 5: Reservoir Fluid Level Markings
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Pump brake pedal several times to ensure vehicle has a firm brake pedal before moving vehicle.
Check and adjust brake fluid level in reservoir (1) as necessary.
Road test vehicle and make several stops to wear off any foreign material on brakes and to seat brake pads.