Cooper Convertible (R52) L4-1.6L (W10) (2005)
Wheel Bearing: Service and Repair
Front Axle
31 21 180 - Replacing bearings (wheel hub) for front wheel
Release collar nut (1), press brake pedal to floor for this purpose.
Installation:
Replace collar nut.
Tightening torque, 31 60 2AZ See: Specifications/Mechanical Specifications/Differential Assembly.
Important!
Secure collar nut after tightening down on flattened area of drive shaft by peening.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
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Remove brake disk See: Brakes and Traction Control/Disc Brake System/Brake Rotor/Disc/Service and Repair/Removing and
Installing/Replacing Both Front Brake Discs
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Remove wheel speed sensor See: Brakes and Traction Control/Antilock Brakes / Traction Control Systems/Wheel Speed Sensor/Service and
Repair/Replacing One Front Pulse Generator