Rear Axle Hub

REAR AXLE HUB

ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION





1. CHECK REAR AXLE BEARING
a) Remove the rear wheel.
b) Remove the rear brake drum sub-assembly.
c) Inspect the bearing backlash.
1) Using a dial indicator, check for backlash near the center of the axle hub.
Maximum backlash: 0.05 mm (0.0020 inch)
If the backlash exceeds the maximum, replace the rear axle hub and bearing assembly.





d) Inspect the axle hub deviation.
1) Using a dial indicator, check for deviation in the surface of the axle hub inside the hub bolt.
Maximum deviation: 0.07 mm (0.0028 inch)
If the deviation exceeds the maximum, replace the rear axle hub and bearing assembly.