Sidekick JS 2D Soft Top 2WD L4-1.6L (1997)
Wheel Bearing: Testing and Inspection
INSPECTION
1. Inspect each wheel disc for dents, distortion and cracks. A disc in badly damaged condition must be replaced.
2. Check wheel hub nuts for tightness and, as necessary, retighten to specification.
Tightening Torque (a): 95 Nm (69.0 ft. lbs.)
3. Check wheel bearings for wear. When measuring thrust play, apply a dial gauge to axle shaft center after removing wheel center cap from wheel
disc.
Thrust play limit:
Rear: 0.8 mm (0.03 inch)
When measurement exceeds limit, replace bearing.
4. By rotating wheel actually, check wheel bearing for noise and smooth rotation. If it is defective, replace bearing.
