Sunfire L4-144 2.4L DOHC VIN T SFI (2001)
Wheel Bearing: Service and Repair
Rear
REAR WHEEL BEARING/HUB REPLACEMENT
Removal Procedure
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the tire and wheel assemblies. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation.
Notice Do not hammer on brake drum as damage to the bearing could result.
3. Remove the brake drum. Refer To Brake Drum Replacement in Brakes and Traction Control.
4. Disconnect the rear ABS wheel speed sensor wire connector.
5. Remove the hub and bearing assembly (4) from the axle (2). The top rear attaching bolt (5) and nut (1) will not clear the brake shoe (3) when
removing the hub and bearing assembly. Partially remove the hub and bearing assembly prior to removing this bolt.
Installation Procedure
Notice Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
1. Install the hub and bearing assembly (4). Position the top rear attaching bolt (5) in the hub and bearing assembly prior to the installation in the axle
assembly (2).
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Tighten the hub and bearing to axle bolts to 60 Nm (44 ft. lbs.).
2. Connect the rear ABS wheel speed sensor wire connector.
3. Install the brake drum. Refer to Brake Drum Replacement in Brakes and Traction Control.
4. Install the tire and wheel assemblies. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation.
5. Lower the vehicle.
