M45 V8-4.5L (VK45DE) (2006)
Wheel Bearing: Service and Repair
Rear Axle
Removal and Installation
COMPONENT
REMOVAL
Wheel Hub and Bearing Assembly
1. Remove tire from vehicle with a power tool.
2. Remove rear brake caliper with a power tool. Hang it in a place where it will not interfere with work.
CAUTION: Do not depress brake pedal while brake caliper is removed.
3. Put matching mark on disc rotor and the wheel hub and bearing assembly then removing disc rotor.
4. Remove cotter pin, then loosen hub lock nut with a power tool.
5. Separate the wheel hub and bearing assembly from drive shaft by lightly tapping the end with a hammer (suitable tool) and wood block, and then
remove hub lock nut.
CAUTION: