Chapter 5 Wheels, Tires & Brakes
HUB REMOVAL
Remove the wheel.
Remove the hub to axle mounting nut cotter pin.
Loosen the hub to axle mounting nut and remove
nut and plane washer.
Remove the hub from axle.
INSPECTION
Front hub
Check oil seal for broken or damage, replace it if
necessary.
Turn the inner race of each bearing with your
finger. The bearing should turn smoothly and
quietly.
Check the outer race fits tightly in the hub.
Remove and discard the bearing if the races do
not turn smoothly, quietly or if they are fit loosely
in the hub.
NOTE
◦ Replace the hub bearing in pairs.
INSTALLATION
Install front and rear hub in the reverse order of
removal.
Torque:
Front:
59-79 N.m (43-58 ft.lb)
Rear:
140-160 N.m (101-116 ft.lb)
NOTE
◦ Use a new axle mounting nut cotter pin.
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