Hub And Bearing: Installation: Front-Wheel-Drive

Fig 1: FWD Rear Hub And Bearing Mounting

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NOTE:

If equipped, make sure the wheel speed sensor mount on the rear of the hub and bearing is directed toward the front of the vehicle.

Position the hub and bearing on the brake support plate and trailing link.
Install the four bolts (1) securing the hub and bearing (2) to the trailing link. Tighten the bolts to 105 N.m (77 ft. lbs.).

Fig 2: FWD Rear Wheel Speed Sensor At Hub & Bearing
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NOTE:
Before installing the wheel speed sensor head (3) into the rear of the hub and bearing (2), inspect the O-ring seal to make sure it is not dislodged, split, cut or damaged in any way. Replace the O-ring as necessary.
If equipped with a wheel speed sensor, install the wheel speed sensor head (3) into the rear of the hub and bearing (2).
If equipped with a wheel speed sensor, install the wheel speed sensor head mounting screw (1). Tighten the screw to 10 N.m (89 in. lbs.).

Fig 3: Solid Brake Rotor Mounting
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Slide the brake rotor (3) over the parking brake shoes and onto the hub and bearing (1).

Fig 4: Lower Caliper Guide Pin Bolt
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Rotate the disc brake caliper downward over the brake rotor and lower part of caliper adapter.
Install the disc brake caliper (2) lower guide pin bolt (1). Tighten the guide pin bolt to 60 N.m (44 ft. lbs.).

Fig 5: Tire And Wheel Mounting
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Install the tire and wheel assembly (1). Refer to INSTALLATION . Install and tighten the wheel mounting nuts (3) to 135 N.m (100 ft. lbs.).
Lower the vehicle.
Pump the brake pedal several times to ensure the vehicle has a firm brake pedal before moving it.