Wheel Hub/Rotor & Bearings: Installation
- To install, reverse removal procedure. Place hub/rotor assembly onto Hub/Rotor Support (J-9746-02 ). Using Bearing Race Installer (J-8457 ), install outer bearing race into hub/rotor assembly. Using Bearing Race Installer (J-8449 ), install inner bearing race into hub/rotor assembly.
- Pack bearings with high-temperature bearing grease. Install NEW grease seal until seal is even with hub surface. Lubricate seal lip and hub cavity with wheel bearing grease.
- To complete installation, reverse removal procedure. Tighten bolts and nuts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS table at the end of this article. Adjust wheel bearings. See FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS under ADJUSTMENTS. Lower vehicle and check wheel alignment. See SPECIFICATIONS & PROCEDURES article in WHEEL ALIGNMENT.