RAM 50 4WD L4-143 2.3L DSL Turbo VIN J FI (1983)
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Wheel Bearing: Service and Repair
Inspection
HUB, SPINDLE & BEARINGS
1. Clean components with suitable solvent and blow dry with compressed air.
Fig. 11 Checking spindle for wear
2. Inspect spindle for wear and damage and measure spindle bearing seating area diameter. Diameter should be 1.7805 to 1.7812 inch.
3. Inspect bearings for damage excessive wear, overheating and scoring, and replace as needed.
4. Check fit of bearing outer races in hub. If races are loose, hub should be replaced.
Fig. 8 Hub & wheel bearing assembly exploded view. Shown w/manual locking hub
MANUAL LOCKING HUB
1. Inspect hub ring, inner hub and hub body, and the clutch. If components are damaged or worn, assembly should be replaced.
2. Inspect tension spring and compression spring, and replace if collapsed or deteriorated.
3. Check operation of control handle and replace as needed.