hub bearings

2004 PONTIAC SUNFIRE
118,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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SNOWDOG57
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What tools do I need to replace the hub bearings?
Apr 1, 2014 at 8:30 AM
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CARADIODOC
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Hello,

Here is a video showing the job being done on a similar car.

https://youtu.be/ZgiPRG6jffc

Here is a guide at can help and diagrams below to help you see what you are in for with your car.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/bearing-hub-replacement

2. Install the hub bearing mounting bolts (1).


Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 95 N.m (70 lb ft).

3. Install the drive axle shaft nut.

Tighten
Tighten the drive axle shaft nut to 200 N.m (148 lb ft).

4. Install the brake rotor.
5. Install the tire and wheel assemblies.
6. Inspect the front wheel alignment.

Check out the diagrams (Below). Please let us know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed.

Cheers
Apr 2, 2014 at 5:04 PM