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Wheel Bearing Check For Looseness In The Axial Direction

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  1. Remove the front caliper assembly and front brake disc, and retain the front caliper assembly with a wire and the like to prevent from falling (Refer to FRONT AXLE HUB ASSEMBLY  ).
  2. Set a dial gauge as shown in the figure. Move the hub in the axial direction and measure the looseness.

    Limit: 0.05 mm (0.002 inch) 

  3. If the play exceeds the limit, disassemble hub knuckle to check each component. If the front hub bearing is faulty, replace it.
    Fig 1: Checking Wheel Bearing Looseness In Axial Direction
    G09665629Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
  4. After checking, install the front brake disc and the front caliper assembly.

    Tightening torque: 100 ± 10 N.m (74 ± 7 ft-lb) 

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