Rear Wheel Bearing Rotation Sliding Resistance Check - Mitsubishi 1989-1993 GALANT Service Manual

REAR AXLE <AWD>
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REAR WHEEL
BEARING
SISTANCE CHECK
(1) Remove the drive shaft from the companion flange.
(2) Remove the brake pad or caliper assembly.
(3) Attach a spring balance and rope to the hub bolt, then, pull-
ing the balance at a right angle to the hub bolt, measure
the rotation sliding resistance to see whether it is within
the standard value.
Standard value: 12N (2.6 Ibs.) or less
(4) If the rotation sliding resistance exceeds the standard
value, check the tightening torque of the axle shaft com-
panion flange. If it is normal, replace the bearing.
ROTATION SLIDING RE-