Spectrum L4-915 15L (1985) Front Steering Knuckle TSBs
Fig. 12 Hub bearing removal
2.
Press hub bearing from knuckle, Fig. 12.
Fig. 13 Outer bearing race removal
3.
Press outer bearing race from hub, Fig. 13. The hub bearing, both inner and outer seals and races must not be reused.
ASSEMBLY
1.
Install outer snap ring to knuckle.
2.
Install hub bearing assembly using a suitable press.
3.
Install inner snap ring, then the inner and outer seals using tool J-35303 or equivalent.
4.
Install outer race using tool No. J-3502 or equivalent.
INSTALLATION
1.
Install ball joint-to-control arm attaching nuts and bolts and torque to 80 ft. lbs.
2.
Install strut-to-knuckle attaching nuts and bolts and torque to 80 ft. lbs.
3.
Install tie rod-to-knuckle attaching nut and torque to 42 ft. lbs.
4.
Install brake rotor.
5.
Install brake caliper-to-knuckle attaching bolts and torque to 41 ft. lbs.
6.
Install brake hose to caliper and torque fitting to 13 ft. lbs.
7.
Install wheel and tire assembly, then lower vehicle.
8.
Apply suitable grease to axle shaft threads and nut, then install axle-to-hub attaching nut, washer and cotter pin. Torque nut to 137 ft. lbs.
9.
Tighten wheel nuts, then bleed brake system.
