FRONT AXLE HUB (for Independent Type) ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION


  1. ADJUST PRELOAD


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      Remove the front tire.

    2. Move the front axle hub 2 or 3 times over the full range to let the bearing settle down.

    3. Loosen the lock nut so far that it can be turned with the fingers (about 60°).

    4. Using SST, tighten the bearing lock nut.

      SST
      09607-60020
      Torque:
      24 N*m  { 245 kgf*cm, 18 ft.*lbf }

    5. Using SST, install a new adjusting lock washer LH and adjusting nut LH.

      SST
      09607-60020
      Torque:
      47 N*m  { 480 kgf*cm, 35 ft.*lbf }

    6. Using spring tension gauge, measure the range of the reference value for the starting torque.

      Preload (at starting)
      Rear single tire
      18.6 to 47.2 N (1.90 to 4.81 kgf, 4.18 to 10.61 lbf)
      Rear double tire
      14.1 to 35.8 N1.44 to 3.65kgf, 3.17 to 8.05 lbf)

      Note

      When the reference value is off, vary the amount by which the lock nut is returned and adjust again.

    7. Confirm smooth rotation of the front axle hub.

    8. Install front tire.