Hub Lock: Installation

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All vehicles

Install a new gasket and O-ring on the hub lock.

Fig 1: Locating Gasket And O-Ring

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Rotate the hub lock dial clockwise to the LOCK position, then apply the specified grease to the inner and outer splines.

Fig 2: Locating Hub lock Inner And Outer Splines

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NOTE: Wiggle the axle shaft while sliding the hub lock on the splines to ease installation.

Slowly rotate the wheel hub while installing the hub lock into the hub.
- Push the hub lock in firmly by hand to seat the O-ring seal completely.
Rotate the hub lock dial counterclockwise to the AUTO position.
- Be sure that the axle shaft turns freely.
Tighten the new hub lock screws to 6 Nm (53 lb-in).

Dual rear wheel vehicles

Install the front wheel hub extender and nuts.
- Tighten to 176 Nm (130 lb-ft).

Fig 3: Locating Hub Extender Nuts

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Install the front wheels and tires. For additional information, refer to WHEELS AND TIRES article.