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WARNING: DO NOT operate this product if damaged during shipment, handling or misuse.
Do not operate the product until the parts have been replaced or the fault rectified. Failure to do
so may result in serious personal injury or property damage. All damaged parts must be repaired
or replaced as needed prior to operating this product. Check to see that all nuts, bolts and fittings
are secure before putting this product into service.
If you have any questions, or require assistance with damaged or missing parts, please contact
our customer service department at 1-800-497-0552. Please have the serial number, model
number, and date of purchase available for reference when calling.
GENERAL SAFETY
• Keep the area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas can cause accidents.
• Be aware of what you are doing and use common sense while using the tool. Do not use a
tool when you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of
distraction while using a tool can cause serious personal injury.
• Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Safety equipment such as dust masks,
non-slip safety shoes, helmets or ear protection used in appropriate conditions will reduce
the risk of injury.
• Do not rush. Maintain proper footing and balance at all times. This allows better control of the
tool in unexpected situations.
• Dress appropriately. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep hair, clothing and gloves away
from moving parts. Loose clothing, jewelry or long hair can get caught in moving parts.
• Keep the tool away from children and do not allow tool to be used by people who are not
familiar with the operation of the tool. Tools are dangerous in the hands of inexperienced
operators.
• Never use a tool other than for its intended purpose.
OPERATION
VEHICLE PREPARATION
1. Raise and support the vehicle, and be sure other wheels are chocked.
2. Remove the front wheel and tire, axle nut, and outer tie rod nut.
3. Disconnect the tie rod and remove the front brake caliper.
4. Use a caliper hanger to secure the caliper out of the way, be sure not to kink the brake hose.
5. Next remove the brake rotor and inspect the condition. Have it turned or replaced if out of spec.
6. Remove the axle from the hub and hang it out of the way securely. It must not hang unsupported.
Note: On some models, it is necessary to loosen the lower ball joint from the steering knuckle. This
prevents damage to the transaxle when removing the axle from the hub.
7. Reinstall the ball joint (if removed).
BEARING REMOVAL
Note: These instructions are intended to illustrate the process used on
FWD bearings, and not be specific to any one vehicle. Each vehicle will
take a different combination of adapters and tubes necessary for safe
and effective removal and installation. Select tubes deep enough to
allow the bearing to be completely removed from the spindle. Carefully
select an installer adapter that contacts the body of the bearing.
1. Following the "Vehicle Preparation" instructions above should
have cleared the way to access the bearing on both sides of the
spindle. If not, remove any parts that are still obstructing access.
2. Remove the C clip and seal from the outboard side of the knuckle
assembly, if so equipped. The bearing will be pressed from the
inboard side through to the outboard side.
3. Select the appropriate sleeve so it seats properly on the outboard
side, image #1. The bearing must clear as it gets pressed through.
4. Select the adapter plate that is the same size as the shoulder of the
bearing. Be sure it only rests on the body and will not contact anything
as it passes through the bore of the knuckle. Hold it in place.
5. Place the forcing screw through the washer and through the
adapter plate and knuckle, image #2.
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