Vitara JX (2Dr) 4WD L4-1.6L DOHC MFI (1999)
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Wheel Hub: Testing and Inspection
Front
WHEEL DISC, NUT & BEARING CHECK
1) Inspect each wheel disc for dents, distortion and cracks.
Disc in badly damaged condition must be replaced.
2) Check wheel nuts for tightness and as necessary, retighten them to specification.
Tightening Torque (a): 95 Nm (9.5 kg-m, 69.0 ft. lbs.)
3) Check wheel bearing for wear. After retightening lock nut to specified torque, apply dial gauge to wheel hub center and measure thrust play.
Thrust play limit: 0.05 mm (0.002 inch)
When measurement exceeds limit, replace bearing.
4) By rotating wheel actually, check wheel bearing for noise and smooth rotation. If defective, replace bearing.
