Hub and Drum Assembly Replacement

Removal Procedure

^ Tools Required
- J 2222-C Wheel Bearing Nut Wrench





1. Raise the vehicle until the wheel is free to rotate.
2. Remove the wheel and tire.
3. Remove the axle shaft (5).
4. Remove the retaining ring (10).
5. Remove the key (9).





6. Remove the adjusting nut using the J 2222-C.
7. Remove the washer.





8. Remove the hub and drum (3).


Installation Procedure





1. Install the hub and drum (3) on the axle tube.
^ Be sure the bearings and the oil seal are positioned properly.
^ Apply a light coat of high melting point Extreme Pressure bearing lubricant to the contact surfaces and the outside of the axle tube.
2. Install the washer.
3. Place the tang into the keyway.





4. Install the adjusting nut.
5. Adjust the bearing preload.





6. Install the key (9).
7. Install the retaining ring (10).
8. Install the axle shaft.
9. Install the wheel and tire.
10. Lower the vehicle.