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Removal Procedure

  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to LIFTING AND JACKING THE VEHICLE .
  2. Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
  3. Disconnect the wheel speed sensor electrical connector.
  4. Remover the wheel speed sensor electrical connector from the bracket.
    Fig 1: Removing Wheel Speed Sensor Electrical Connector
    G01746861Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the wheel drive shaft nut. Refer to AXLE SHAFT .
  6. Remove the brake rotor. Refer to BRAKE ROTOR .
  7. Install the J 28733-B  to the wheel bearing/hub.
  8. Use the J 28733-B  in order to push the wheel drive shaft out of the wheel bearing/hub.
    Fig 2: Installing J 28733-B To Wheel Bearing/Hub
    G01746862Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    CAUTION: These fasteners MUST be replaced with new fasteners anytime they become loose or are removed. Failure to replace these fasteners after they become loose or are removed may cause loss of vehicle control and personal injury
  9. Remove and discard the wheel bearing/hub bolts.

    Important:  Ensure that the wheel drive shaft outer seal (boot) is not damaged.

  10. Remove the wheel bearing/hub.
    Fig 3: Removing Wheel Bearing/Hub & Bolts
    G01746863Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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