CR-V LX 4WD L4-2.4L (2002)
12. Loosen the damper pinch bolts (A) while holding the nuts (B), and remove the bolts and nuts.
13. Remove the driveshaft outboard joint (C) from the knuckle (D) by tapping the driveshaft end (E) with a plastic hammer while drawing the knuckle
outward, then remove the knuckle.
NOTE: Do not pull the driveshaft end outward. The driveshaft joint may come off.
14. Install the knuckle/hub/hub bearing unit in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
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Be careful not to damage the ball joint boot when installing the knuckle.
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Tighten all mounting hardware to the specified torque values.
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First install all the components and lightly tighten the bolts and nuts, then raise the suspension to load it with the vehicle's weight before fully
tightening to the specific torques. Do not place the jack against the ball joint pin of the lower arm. Torque the castle nut to the lower torque
specification, then tighten it only far enough to align the slot with the clip hole. Do not align the castle nut by loosening it.
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Install a new clip on the castle nut after torquing. Use a new spindle nut on reassembly. Before installing the spindle nut, apply a small amount
of engine oil to the seating surface of the nut. After tightening, use a drift to stake the spindle nut shoulder against the driveshaft.
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Replace the self-locking nuts, damper pinch bolts and nuts with new ones. Before installing the brake disc, clean the mating surface of the front
hub and the inside of the brake disc.
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Before installing the wheel, clean the mating surface of the brake disc and the inside of the wheel. Check the front wheel alignment, and adjust
it if necessary.
Wheel Bearing Replacement
1. Separate the hub (A) from the knuckle (B) using the special tool and a hydraulic press. Hold the knuckle with the attachment (C) of the hydraulic
press or equivalent tool. Be careful not to deform the splash guard. Hold onto the hub to keep it from falling when pressed clear.
2. Press the wheel bearing inner race (A) off of the hub (B) using the special tool, a commercially available bearing separator (C), and a press.
