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Removal Procedure

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    Fig 1: Removing Wheel Stud - 5-Stud Pattern
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  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  3. Remove and support the brake caliper and bracket as an assembly, and remove the brake rotor. Refer to Brake Rotor Replacement - Front in Disc Brakes.
  4. Rotate the bearing hub to a position where the least amount of interference between the stud and the steering knuckle exists.
  5. Using the J 43631  , release the wheel stud from the bearing hub and discard the stud. See Special Tools .
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