Rear wheel bearing service; how to

[JetDiesel04]

do you have to get into the pumpkin to release the axles to get to the wheel bearings?

 

[DaveBen]

No, you just remove the outer 6 bolts at the axle hub and the axle comes out. You then can remove and replace the wheel breaings and seals. Easy job that will get you dirty!

Dave

 

[JetDiesel04]

Are these bolts behind the brake rotors? to the point where you cant see them if the rotor is still on? im having a hard time finding a hammer big enough to beat off my rotor

 

[DaveBen]

They are on the OUTSIDE of the hub where the end of the axle is! There are six 3/8 inch bolts that hold the axle to the hub assembly. Look at the end of the axle, on the outside of the wheel and center of the axle.

Dave

 

[DaveBen]

DO NOT BEAT ON THE ROTOR!!! Go further to the OUTSIDE OF THE AXLE!!

Dave

 

[JetDiesel04]

you mean the 8 bolts and the very outside of the rear end?

 

[DaveBen]

YES Sorry, I said six bolts...

Dave

 

[JetDiesel04]

ok.. hence my confusion.

 

[DaveBen]

OK

Dave