Corsica L4-121 2.0L (1988)
Wheel Bearing: Service and Repair
Wheel Bearing Replace - Front
FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS AND/OR HUB
Fig. 2 Front hub & wheel bearing assembly
Fig. 3 Front hub & bearing assembly removal
REMOVAL
1.
Loosen hub nut with vehicle on ground.
2.
Raise and support vehicle, then remove front wheel.
3.
Install drive axle protective boot cover J-28712.
4.
Remove hub nut.
5.
Remove brake caliper from support and suspend caliper from flame with a length of wire. Do not suspend caliper by brake hose.
6.
Remove brake rotor.
7.
Remove three hub and bearing attaching bolts, then the splash shield. If the old bearing is being reinstalled, mark attaching bolts and
corresponding holes for reinstallation, Fig. 2.
8.
Using tool J-28733 or equivalent, remove bearing from steering knuckle, Fig. 3. If excessive corrosion is present, ensure that bearing is loose
in the knuckle before using puller tool.
9.
If installing new bearing, replace steering knuckle seal. Do not move drive axle until hub nut is installed and torqued to specifications.