Removal (4WD With Automatic Locking Hubs)

Raise and support vehicle. Remove front wheel assemblies and caliper. See FRONT DISC BRAKE PADS . Remove retainer washers from lug nut studs. Remove automatic locking hub assembly from spindle.

NOTE: DO NOT attempt to remove hub lock assembly by prying at hub lock legs. This can result in cracked or broken hub locks, which can cause vacuum leaks.

Fig 1: Installing Hub Puller Tools On Wheel Hub

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Install Hublock Service Tools (205-404 & 205-405). Install Hub Puller (205-405), and align puller with 3 slots in hub lock. See Fig 1 . Finger tighten set screw. Using an impact slide hammer, remove hub lock. Remove and discard wheel hub "O" ring.