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 . Adjust wheel bearings. See FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS under ADJUSTMENTS. Lower vehicle and check wheel alignment. See the WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS & PROCEDURES article in the WHEEL ALIGNMENT section.