Quest Minivan GXE V6-3.3L (VG33E) (2002)
6. Loosen lower ball joint tightening nut.
7. Separate knuckle from lower ball joint stud with tool.
8. Remove knuckle from transverse link.
Disassembly
FRONT / Wheel Hub and Knuckle
DISASSEMBLY
CAUTION: When removing wheel hub or wheel bearing from knuckle, replace wheel bearing assembly (outer race and inner race) with a new one.
Wheel bearing does not require maintenance. If any of the following symptoms are noted, replace wheel bearing assembly.
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Growling noise is emitted from wheel bearing during operation.
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Wheel bearing drags or turns roughly. This occurs when turning hub by hand after bearing lock nut is tightened to specified torque.
Wheel Hub
Drive out wheel hub from knuckle with a suitable tool.
Wheel Bearing
1. If wheel bearing inner race (outside) is removed together with wheel hub, press out wheel bearing inner race.
2. Remove snap ring.