Corvette V8-5.7L VIN G (1997)
Wheel Fastener: Service and Repair
Front Suspension
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Tool Required
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J 6627-A Wheel Stud Remover
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Or Equivalents
Removal Procedure
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly.
3. Remove the front wheel hub/speed sensor assembly.
4. Install tool J 6627-A onto the wheel hub and stud.
5. Turn the forcing screw in until the stud is pushed out of the wheel hub.
Installation Procedure
1. Place a new stud in the wheel hub.
2. Place some washers onto the wheel stud.
3. With the flat side of a wheel nut against the washers, tighten the wheel nut until the wheel stud head seats against the wheel hub flange.
Important: Make sure that the wheel stud is fully seated against the wheel hub flange.
4. Remove the wheel nut and washers.
5. Install the wheel hub/speed sensor assembly into the steering knuckle.
6. Install the tire and wheel assembly.
7. Lower the vehicle.