Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the rear brake drum. Refer to Brake Drum Replacement .
- On vehicles with all-wheel drive, remove the wheel drive shaft spindle nut.
- Disconnect the wheel speed sensor electrical connector, if equipped.
- Support the wheel drive shaft with heavy mechanic's wire, or equivalent.
- Remove the wheel bearing/hub mounting bolts.
- Remove the wheel bearing/hub assembly from the suspension knuckle.
IMPORTANT:
Do not damage the wheel drive shaft joint seal.