Hub/Rotor & Wheel Bearings: Installation
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- Clean grease and dirt from components. Pack bearing cone and roller assembly with Premium Long Life Grease (XG-1-C or K). Place bearing cone and roller assembly into inner bearing cup. Apply grease between lips of new grease seal. Install seal. Install hub/rotor onto spindle. Install wheel bearing, washer and adjusting nut.
- Adjust wheel bearings. See WHEEL BEARING ADJUSTMENT under ADJUSTMENTS & INSPECTION. Install retainer, NEW cotter pin and grease cap.
- To complete installation, reverse removal procedure. Tighten remaining bolts and nuts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Before driving vehicle, pump brake pedal several times to restore normal pedal position.