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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Installing Wheel Stud
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  1. Install the NEW wheel stud into the wheel bearing hub.
  2. Add enough washers (1) in order to draw the stud into the hub.
  3. Install the wheel nut (2) with the flat side against the washers.
  4. Tighten the wheel nut (2) until the head of the wheel stud is fully seated against the back of the bearing hub flange.
  5. Remove the wheel nut (2) and the washers (1).
  6. Install the bearing hub, refer to Front Wheel Bearing and Hub Replacement (GNA) .
  7. Install the brake rotor, and install the brake caliper and bracket as an assembly. Refer to Front Brake Rotor Replacement .
  8. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  9. Lower the vehicle.