Front Suspension

Wheel Stud Replacement

Tools Required

J 43631 - Ball Joint Remover

Removal Procedure




1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle Service and Repair.

2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation Service and Repair.

3. Remove the wheel bearing/hub assembly. Refer to Front Wheel Bearing and Hub Replacement Front Suspension.




4. Using the J 43631 - ball joint remover, press out the wheel stud from the wheel bearing/hub assembly.

Installation Procedure




1. Install the wheel stud to the wheel bearing/hub assembly from the bearing side of the hub flange.

2. Place flat washers over the wheel stud being installer.

3. Install the wheel nut or a hex head nut to the wheel stud.

4. Gradually tighten the nut in order to draw the stud into the hub flange until the head of the wheel stud is fully seated against the hub flange.

5. Remove the nut and flat washers.




6. Install the wheel bearing/hub assembly to the steering knuckle. Refer to Front Wheel Bearing and Hub Replacement Front Suspension.

7. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation Service and Repair.

8. Lower the vehicle.