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Wheel Bearing: Testing and Inspection




Wheel Bearing End Play Inspection

1. Raise the vehicle, and support it with safety stands in the proper locations. Service and Repair

2. Remove the wheels.

3. Install suitable flat washers (A) and the wheel nuts. Tighten the nuts to the specified torque to hold the brake disc securely against the hub.

4. Attach the dial gauge. Place the dial gauge against the hub flange.

5. Measure the bearing end play while moving the brake disc inward or outward.





6. If the bearing end play measurement is more than the standard, replace the wheel bearing.

Front





Rear