how do you change front wheel stud

1997 OLDSMOBILE CUTLASS
224,000 MILES
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LENSTER
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there a steel plate in back and i cant seem to get it out do i need to take the brake roter out or remove the wheel hub can you tell me.
Apr 15, 2012 at 11:28 PM
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RASMATAZ
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The stud has to be pressed out-
Apr 15, 2012 at 11:50 PM
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FIXITMR
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on older stuff i just remove rotor and then rotate stud to area for knocking it out with hammer.
Apr 15, 2012 at 11:52 PM
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FIXITMR
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probably same with yours. to install use lug nut with spacer to draw new 1 into place.
Apr 15, 2012 at 11:59 PM
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