Escalade V8-5.7L VIN R (2000)
6. Install the hub nut washer (3) and the nut (2).
7. Seat the shank splines in the hub.
8. Insert a drift through the brake caliper in order to prevent the wheel drive shaft from turning.
Tighten the inboard flange bolts to 78 Nm (58 ft. lbs.).
9. Install the hub nut.
Tighten the hub nut to 225 Nm (165 ft. lbs.).
10. Remove the drift.
11. Install the wheel and tire assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (Single Front or Rear Wheels) in Steering and Suspension.
12. Lower the vehicle.
Wheel Drive Shafts Boot Cover Replacement
FRONT AXLE- DRIVE SHAFT BOOT COVER
Disassembly Procedure
1. Use side cutters to cut the halfshaft boot cover clamps (2) and the nylon strap (1).
Important: If the halfshaft boot cover will be reused, do not damage the halfshaft boot cover while removing the clamps.
