Manual-Lock Free-Running Hub

Manual-lock Free-running Hub
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

Manual-Lock Free-Running Hub:

1. Set knob of manual-lock free-running hub in the FREE position.






2. Remove manual-lock free-running hub.






3. Remove snap ring.
4. Remove spindle washer and thrust washer.
5. When installing manual-lock free-running hub, make sure the hub is in the FREE position.
6. Place the thrust washer, spindle washer and then the snap ring over the axle shaft and position them between the two locking grooves.
7. While supporting the axle shaft behind the knuckle, use an appropriate sized deep socket to securely seat the snap ring into the inner locking groove.

CAUTION: Visually verify that the snap ring is fully seated into the locking groove.

8. After installing manual-lock free-running hub, check operation.
During installation, apply recommended grease to the parts shown in the above illustration.


INSPECTION
1. Check axle axial end play.

2. Inspect thrust washer assembly. If this part shows evidence of galling or heat damage-usually caused by too little axle axial end play-replace as necessary. Check axle axial end play if this part is replaced.

3. Inspect hub assembly. Hold inner splines on a finger and spin the outer body. If the hub shows signs of damage, or if there is excessive metallic clicking when the hub is spun, replace with a new one.

4. Check that the knob moves smoothly and freely.

5. Check that the clutch moves smoothly in the body.

NOTE: New hubs are greased during manufacture. No additional grease is required.

CAUTION: Any hub, the original or a new one, should go onto the axle freely by hand and fit flush against its seat. If it does not fit flush, do not pull the hub into place by tightening the bolts. The hub is possibly misaligned inside and tightening the bolts will cause damage. Remove the hub and turn to align correctly before continuing.

6. Once repair is complete, test drive to check for correct operation and the absence of noise.