Rear

Wheel Stud Replacement

^ Tools Required
- J 2619-01 Slide Hammer
- J 34866 Wheel Hub Remover
- J 43631 Ball Joint Remover
- J 45103 Axle Shaft Remover

Removal Procedure





1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly.
3. Remove the brake drum.
4. Remove the 4 nuts (4,6) from the bearing retainer studs.
5. If the vehicle has ABS, disconnect the wheel speed sensor (5) and position the sensor aside.





6. Install the J 45103 (2) to 2 wheel studs.
7. Install the J ~66 (3) and 2 wheel nuts to the J45103.
8. Install the J2619-01 (4) to the J34866.

Important: Use minimal force on the rear axle.

9. Pull the rear axle shaft flange (1) out partially in order to access the wheel studs.
10. Use the J 43631 in order to remove the wheel stud.

Installation Procedure





1. Align the serrations on the wheel stud (1) with the serrations in the rear axle flange hole.
2. Use a wheel nut (2) and a washer (3) in order to install the wheel stud.
3. Remove the wheel nut and the washer from the wheel stud.





4. Install the rear axle shaft to the rear axle housing (2). Verify the rear axle shaft bearing is firmly seated in the rear axle housing.





Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

5. Install the 4 rear axle shaft retaining nuts (4,6).
^ Tighten the nuts to 23 Nm (17 ft. lbs.).
6. Install the wheel speed sensor (5).
7. Install the brake drum.
8. Install the tire and wheel assembly.
9. Lower the vehicle.