RAM 1500 Truck 2WD V8-5.7L VIN 2 (2006)
1.
For speed sensor equipped vehicles, disconnect the wheel speed sensor(s) wire at the fender splash shield and upper control arm (Figure 3).
CAUTION:
Note the speed sensor wire routing to ensure that the new sensor wire is routed the same way.
2.
For 4x4 equipped vehicles, remove the halfshaft nut.
3.
Remove the three hub/bearing mounting bolts from the steering knuckle (Figure 4).
NOTE:
On 4x4 equipped vehicles, push the halfshaft inward to gain access to the bearing retaining bolts (Figure 4). Alternately loosen the bolts a few
turns at a time until the bolts are fully disengaged from the bearing hub flange.
4.
Slide the hub/bearing out of the steering knuckle and discard (Figure 3).
5.
Clean any debris from the front bearing hub knuckle bore.
6.
With the brake dust shield in position, install the new hub/bearing into the steering knuckle and tighten the bolts to 120 ft. lbs. (163 N.m)
(Figure 3).
7.
For 4x4 equipped vehicles, install the halfshaft nut and tighten to 185 ft. lbs. (251 N.m).
8.
For speed sensor equipped vehicles, route the wheel speed sensor wire along its original routing location and connect the sensor to the body
wiring harness.
9.
Continue with Section C. Assemble After Bearing and Hub Inspection or Replacement.
