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16. For those vehicles equipped with RPO code JH7, use a hydraulic press to remove the wheel studs.
17. Remove the rear brake disc from the rear axle hub.

Installation Procedure

1. For vehicles equipped RPO code JH7, position the brake rotor on the rear axle hub.

2. Position the wheel stud in the rear axle hub. 
3. Using washers and a wheel nut, tighten the wheel nut until the wheel stud is fully seated in the rear axle hub.
4. Remove the lug nut and the washers.
5. Lubricate the following with a light coat of high melting point EP bearing lubricant:

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The outer wheel bearing

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The inner wheel bearing

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The outer wheel bearing cup

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The inner wheel bearing cup

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The axle hub spindle

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