C 2500 Suburban 2WD V8-454 7.4L VIN J SFI (1998)
Wheel Bearing: Service and Repair
FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS AND/OR HUB
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
NOTICE: Support the caliper with a piece of wire to prevent damage to the brake line.
1. Remove the brake caliper.
2. Remove the cap from the hub/rotor.
3. Remove the cotter pin, the nut, and the washer.
Important: Do not damage the outer bearing and the spindle threads.
4. Remove the hub/rotor from the spindle.
5. Remove the outer bearing.
6. Remove the seal. Pry the seal out and discard the seal.
7. Remove the inner bearing.
NOTICE: Do not spin the wheel bearings with compressed air to dry them-the wheel bearings may be damaged.
8. Clean all of the parts in a solvent, then air dry. Do not spin the bearings with compressed air.
9. Inspect the hub/rotor.
10. Inspect the bearings and the races for wear or damage. Replace the parts as necessary.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
Important:
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Make sure all of the parts are clean and free of grease.
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Apply an approved high-temperature front wheel bearing grease to the spindle at the inner and outer bearing seat, the shoulder, and the seal seat.
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Also, finger apply a small amount of grease inboard of each bearing cup in the hub/rotor.
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Pressure pack the bearings with a greasing machine, or hand pack the bearings. Make sure the grease is worked thoroughly into the rollers, the
cone, and the cage.
1. Install the inner bearing to the hub/rotor.
2. Apply an additional quantity of grease outboard of the inner bearing.