Escalade AWD V8-6.2L (2009)
Axle Bearing: Adjustments
Wheel Bearing Adjustment
Preliminary Inspection
Note: Ensure the brakes are fully released and do not drag.
Pull or push the tire at the top back and forth in order to test the wheel bearing play.
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Use a pry bar under the tire as an alternative.
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If the wheel bearing adjustment is correct, the movement will be barely noticeable.
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If the movement is excessive, adjust the bearings.
Adjustment Procedure
Special Tools
J 2222-C Wheel Bearing Nut Wrench
1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (See: Maintenance/Vehicle Lifting/Service and Repair).
2. Remove the axle shaft. Refer to Rear Axle Shaft and/or Gasket Replacement (See: Seals and Gaskets/Service and Repair/Rear Axle Shaft and/or
Gasket Replacement).
3. Remove the hub adjuster nut retaining ring.
4. Remove the adjuster nut lock key.