When servicing or repairing the wheel hub and bearing, first get the vehicle up on supports, then remove the wheel and tire and afterwards the
Brake Caliper and rotor. If your model has ABS, take out the wheel speed sensor and halfshaft nut for 4X4 models. Don't use a hammer on your knuckle because doing so can damage it. After that, loosen the
Tie Rod End nut and split the tie rod from the knuckle by using special tool 8677. Just like before, remove the top
Ball Joint nut and separate the upper ball joint from the knuckle with special tool 8677. Push down on the steering knuckle to remove the halfshaft from the hub/bearing on 4X4 models, then take out the three mounting bolts and pull the hub/bearing out. Once done, mount the brake dust shield next, then put the hub/bearing into the steering knuckle and tighten the bolts to 163 Nm (120 ft. lbs.). After finishing the other steps, put in the brake rotor and caliper and replace the ABS wheel speed sensor if it is present. Fasten the upper ball joint nut to 75 Nm (55 ft. lbs.) and the tie rod end nut to 81 Nm (60 ft. lbs.). First, tighten the halfshaft nut of your 4X4 to 251 Nm (185 ft. lbs.) Next, install the wheel and tire, take out the support and get the car lower to finish the job.