Santa Fe V6-2.7L (2003)
6. Remove four (4) the rear housing mounting nuts.
7. Using the special tool, remove the rear hub assembly from the rear housing
8. Using snap ring pliers, remove the wheel bearing snap ring.
9. Using the special tool, remove the wheel bearing inner race from the rear housing.
INSPECTION
1. Check the hub for cracks and splines for wear.
2. Check the hub bolts for cracks and damage.
3. Check the brake disc for scoring and damage.
4. Check the rear housing for cracks.
5. Check the wheel bearing for defects.
MEASUREMENT OF THE END PLAY OF THE WHEEL BEARING
1. Install a dial gauge as shown in the illustration.
2. Check for axial motion (end play).
Limit value: 0.05 mm or less
3. If the end play is over the limit, loosen the flange nut and tighten it again to the specified torque. Then measure it again.
4. If the end play is beyond the limit, replace the rear hub assembly.
