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Wheel Studs: Installation

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CAUTION: Never use air tools to install wheel studs. The serrations can be stripped from the stud.
  1. Insert a new wheel stud in the hole in the axle flange, making sure serrations are aligned with those made by the original wheel stud.
    Fig 1: Installing Wheel Stud
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  2. Seat new wheel stud in axle flange. Place four flatwashers over the outside end of the wheel stud. Thread a standard lug nut with the flat side against the washers. Tighten the lug nut until the wheel stud head seats against the back side of the flange.
  3. Remove the lug nut and flatwashers.
  4. Install the rear brake drum. For additional information, refer to DISC & DRUM .
  5. Install the wheel and tire assembly.
  6. Lower the vehicle.
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