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Axle Bearing|Adjustments|Page 15030 > < Rear Axle Housing Cover and Gasket Replacement|Page 15025
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Axle Bearing: Adjustments

Wheel Bearing Adjustment

Preliminary Inspection

Important: Ensure the brakes are fully released and do not drag.

Pull or push the tire at the top back and forth in order to test the wheel bearing play.

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Use a pry bar under the tire as an alternative.

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If the wheel bearing adjustment is correct, the movement will be barely noticeable.

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If the movement is excessive, adjust the bearings.

Adjustment Procedure

Tools Required

J 2222-C Wheel Bearing Nut Wrench

1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the axle shaft.

3. Remove the hub adjuster nut retaining ring.

4. Remove the adjuster nut lock key.

Axle Bearing|Adjustments|Page 15030 > < Rear Axle Housing Cover and Gasket Replacement|Page 15025