Rainier AWD L6-4.2L (2007)
Wheel Bearing: Service and Repair
Wheel Hub, Bearing, and Seal Replacement (4WD)
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the tire and wheel center cap.
2. Remove the drive axle nut.
3. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
4. Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation.
5. Remove the brake rotor. Refer to Front Brake Rotor Replacement.
6. Disengage the wheel drive shaft from the wheel hub and bearing. Place a brass drift against the outer end of the wheel drive shaft in order to
protect the wheel drive shaft threads. Sharply strike the brass drift with the hammer. Do not attempt to remove the wheel drive shaft from the
wheel hub and bearing at this time.
7. Remove the ABS sensor mounting bolt from the wheel hub and bearing.
8. Remove the ABS sensor from the wheel hub and bearing.
