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Axle Bearing|Adjustments|Page 10838 > < Rear Axle Shaft Seal and/or Bearing Replacement|Page 10833
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Axle Bearing: Adjustments

Wheel Bearing Adjustment 

Preliminary Inspection 

Important:  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 

Tools Required
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J2222-C Wheel Bearing Nut Wrench

1. Raise the vehicle. 
2. Remove the axle shaft. 

3. Remove the hub adjuster nut retaining ring.

4. Remove the adjuster nut lock key.

Axle Bearing|Adjustments|Page 10838 > < Rear Axle Shaft Seal and/or Bearing Replacement|Page 10833