Rear Suspension

Wheel Stud Replacement

Tools Required

J 43631 Ball Joint Remover

Removal Procedure

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the tire and wheel.
3. Remove the rotor.




4. Remove the axle shaft.
5. Remove the wheel stud from the axle flange using the J 43631.

Installation Procedure




1. Install the stud into the axle flange.
2. Install the 4 washers and the lug nut to the stud.
3. Tighten the lug nut in order to draw the stud into the flange until the stud fully seats.
4. Remove the lug nut and the washers.
5. Install the axle shaft.
6. Install the rotor.
7. Install the tire and wheel.
8. Lower the vehicle.