Wheel Bearing Unit, Removing And Installing, Fwd: Installing

NOTE:

Replace the bolt and dust cap after removal.

-- Apply the front seal -1-.

-- Lightly lubricate the metal washer -2- and the axle stub -arrow- with grease. Refer to Parts Information.

-- Carefully slide the wheel bearing unit on the axle stub and do not tilt while doing so.

Further installation is performed in reverse order of removal, while noting the following:

Fig 1: Dust Cap

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CAUTION:

There is a risk of premature wear on the wheel bearing.

Use the tools pictured to avoid any moisture entering through a damaged dust cap.

-- Drive in the new dust cap all the way using the :3241/4 -1-.