Corvette V8-7.0L (2007)
Wheel Bearing: Service and Repair
Rear Suspension
Wheel Bearing/Hub Replacement - Rear
Removal Procedure
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly.
3. Disconnect the wheel speed sensor harness connector.
4. Disconnect the ESC rear position sensor link.
5. Remove the brake caliper and rotor.
6. Disconnect the shock absorber ESC harness connector
7. Separate the outer tie rod end from the suspension knuckle. Refer to Tie Rod Replacement (Inner).
8. Remove the spindle nut retainer, the spindle nut and the washer.
9. Separate the upper control arm (1) from the suspension knuckle. Refer to Rear Axle Upper Control Arm Replacement (Except RPO FE4) Rear
Axle Upper Control Arm Replacement (RPO FE4 (Z06)).
10. Separate the suspension knuckle from the lower control arm ball joint stud. Refer to Rear Axle Lower Control Arm Replacement.
11. Remove the suspension knuckle from the vehicle.