Removal and Installation

WHEEL HUB AND ROTOR DISC

FRONT WHEEL HUB AND ROTOR DISC:

FRONT WHEEL HUB AND ROTOR DISC:

Removal and Installation

CAUTION: If equipped with ABS, disconnect the ABS wheel sensor from the assembly before removing the front axle assembly. Then move it away from the front axle assembly area. Failure to do so may result in damage to the sensor wires and the sensor becoming inoperative.







1. Remove free-running hub assembly (4WD models).
2. Remove brake caliper assembly without disconnecting hydraulic line.


NOTE: Brake hose need not be disconnected from brake caliper. In this case, suspend caliper assembly with wire so as not to stretch brake hose.
Be careful not to depress brake pedal, or piston will pop out.
Make sure brake hose is not twisted.







3. Remove lock washer (4WD models).







4. Remove wheel bearing lock nut.
- 2WD Models: With suitable tool
- 4WD Models: With Tool







5. Remove wheel hub and wheel bearing.

CAUTION: Be careful not to drop outer bearing.

6. After installing wheel hub and wheel bearing, adjust wheel bearing preload.