Wheel Hub: Removal
CAUTION:
- Before removing the rear wheel hub assembly, disconnect the wheel sensor from the assembly. Then move it away from the hub assembly. Failure to do so may result in damage to the sensor wires and the wheel sensor becoming inoperative.
- Wheel hub bearing does not require maintenance. If any of the following symptoms are noted, replace wheel hub bearing assembly.
- Growling noise is emitted from wheel hub bearing during operation.
- Wheel hub bearing drags or turns roughly. This occurs when turning hub by hand after bearing lock nut is tightened to specified torque.
- Remove brake caliper assembly.
- Remove wheel bearing lock nut.
- Remove brake rotor.
- Remove wheel hub bearing from spindle.
Brake hose does not need to be disconnected from brake caliper.
Suspend caliper assembly with wire so as not to stretch brake hose.
Be careful not to depress brake pedal, or piston will pop out. Make sure brake hose is not twisted.
- Remove the sensor rotor, if equipped, using suitable puller, drift and bearing replacer.