REAR WHEEL HUB : Removal & Installation

FWD models 

REMOVAL 

1. Remove the rear disc brake rotor. Refer to Removal and Installation .
2. Remove the wheel sensor from the knuckle. Refer to Exploded View .
   CAUTION: Do not pull on wheel sensor harness. 
3. Remove the wheel hub and bearing bolts.
4. Remove the wheel hub and bearing.
5. Remove the back plate.
6. Remove the hub cap.
7. If necessary, remove wheel studs (1) using suitable tool (A).

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INSTALLATION 

Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

• Place a washer (A) as shown to install wheel studs (1) by using tightening force of nut (B).

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  CAUTION:

  • Do not apply lubricating oil to these mating surfaces.
  • Check that there is no clearance between wheel stud and wheel hub and bearing.
  • Do not use a power tool to tighten the wheel hub lock nut Align the marks made on the rotor and the front wheel hub during disassembly
  • Do not reuse lower strut nut