Rear Wheel Bearing & Hub Replacement

Fig 1: View Of Wheel Bearing/Hub Assembly, Bolts & Retaining Nut

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedure Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation . Remove the wheel drive shaft retaining nut. Refer to Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement . Without disconnecting the hydraulic brake hose from the caliper, remove and support the brake caliper with bracket as an assembly and remove the rear brake rotor. Refer to Rear Brake Rotor Replacement .
1	Wheel Drive Shaft Retaining Nut Tip: Remove the wheel drive shaft retaining nut. Refer to Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement .
2	Wheel Bearing/Hub Assembly Mounting Bolts (Qty: 3) NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice . Tighten: 115 N.m (85 lb ft)
3	Wheel Bearing/Hub Assembly Tip: Note the orientation of wheel speed sensor pigtail, if equipped, during removal to aid in installation. Disconnect the wheel speed sensor electrical connector, if equipped. Install the J 42129 Wheel Hub Remover, CJ129 Universal Hub Puller - Snap-On, 7394 Universal Hub Puller - OTC, or equivalent, to the wheel bearing/hub assembly and secure with lug nuts. Using the J 42129 or equivalent, begin to disengage the wheel drive shaft from the wheel bearing/hub assembly. Ensure the backing plate is positioned correctly during installation.