Wheel Hub: Removal
CAUTION:
Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect performance of vital parts and systems and their failure can result in major service expense. A new part with the same part number must be installed if installation becomes necessary. Do not use a replacement part of lesser quality or substitute design. Torque values must be used as specified during reassembly to make sure of correct retention of these parts.
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING AND LIFTING .
- Remove and discard the dust cap.
- With the weight of the vehicle on the wheel and tire assembly, loosen the wheel hub nut.
- Remove the brake caliper anchor plate bolts and position the caliper and anchor plate assembly aside.
- Support the caliper and anchor plate assembly using mechanic's wire.
- Remove the brake disc.
- Remove and discard the wheel hub nut and remove the wheel hub and bearing assembly.
- Remove and discard the wheel hub nut and remove the brake drum and hub assembly.
All vehicles
CAUTION:
Do not use power tools to remove the wheel hub nut.
Vehicles with rear brake discs
CAUTION:
Care must be used when servicing rear brake components without disconnecting the parking brake cable from the brake caliper lever. Carefully position the caliper aside using a suitable support or damage to the parking brake cable end fittings can occur.
CAUTION:
Do not allow the caliper and anchor plate assembly to hang from the brake hose or damage to the hose can occur.
Vehicles with rear drum brakes