FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Front

TOOL REQUIRED
- 07GAF-SE00100 Hub Dis/Assembly Tool
- 07GAF-SD40700 Hub Dis/Assembly Base
- 07749-0010000 Driver
- 07746-0010400 52 x 55 mm Attachment

NOTE:
- Use only genuine Acura wheel weights for aluminum wheels. Non-genuine wheel weights may corrode and damage the aluminum wheels.
- For aluminum wheels, remove the center cap by prying it out with a flat screwdriver. Use a rag at the point you are going to pry because aluminum alloy wheels can be easily damaged. Avoid damage to the cap by not allowing it to fall during removal.
- Before installing the brake disc, clean the mating surfaces of the rear hub and brake disc.
- Before installing the wheel, clean the mating surfaces of the brake disc and wheel.

REPLACEMENT

1. Remove steering knuckle. Service and Repair





2. Remove the knuckle from the hub unit.





3. Remove the splash guard from the knuckle.

NOTE: It is not necessary to remove the splash guard for hub unit or wheel bearing replacement.





4. Remove the four flange bolts, then separate the hub unit from the brake disc.





5. Separate the wheel bearing from the front hub using the special tools and a press as shown.

CAUTION: Hold onto the hub to keep it from falling when pressed clear.





6. Press the wheel bearing inner race from the hub using the special tools and a bearing separator as shown.
7. Replace the bearing with a new one after removal.

NOTE: Wash the knuckle and hub thoroughly in high flash point solvent before reassembly.





8. Press a new wheel bearing into the hub using the special tools and a press as shown.





9. Install the hub unit on the brake disc, and tighten the flange bolts.

NOTE: Before installing the hub unit, clean the mating surfaces of the hub unit and brake disc.





10. If necessary, install the splash guard and tighten the screws. NOTE: Align the projection in the splash guard with the hole on the knuckle.





11. Install the knuckle on the hub unit, and tighten the flange bolts.
12. Install the knuckle. Service and Repair
13. Check the front wheel alignment, and adjust if necessary. Alignment