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Wheel Bearing: Adjustments
Rear

With Disc Brakes

Wheel Bearing and Axle (Disc Brakes), Servicing

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Hex Nut
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Tighten to adjust wheel bearing free play, refer to Fig. 4

 

Fig. 4 - Wheel Bearing Play, Adjusting

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The clearance is correctly adjusted when the thrust washer can be moved slightly using finger pressure against a screwdriver (do not pry or twist
screwdriver).

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Secure with locking ring and new cotter pin.

 

With Drum Brakes

Wheel Bearing and Axle (Drum Brakes), Servicing

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