Wheel Bearing: Installation
- To install, place new bearing inner retainer in an oil bath and heat to 302°F (150°C). While bearing retainer is still hot, place bearing retainer on axle shaft with non-beveled side toward bearing. Using Arbor Press and Fixture (09515-21010), press bearing retainer onto axle shaft.
- Using Seal Replacer (09517-12010), drive new oil seal .22" (5.6 mm) below bottom surface of wheel bearing seat. When replacing axle shaft, align gasket and gasket retainer with internal notches facing down. Install 4 backing plate nuts and tighten. To complete installation, reverse removal procedure.