Hub removal?

Hi,

The hub has three bolts holding it to the spindle. Once they are off, in general, you should be able to separate the two. However, that usually isn't the case.

The hub and spindle corrode together making it difficult to take them apart. You can try heating the spindle hoping it will expand enough that you can break the two apart or you need to get a wheel hub removal tool. I attached a pic of one below. That is an AutoZone brand, so I know they should have them.

If you look at the tool, you can see where it will fit over two of the wheel studs. The opposite side faces under the spindle, toward the engine. Once you bolt the tool onto the studs, basically, take a heavy hammer and give it a few good wacks. LOL You can turn the tool if the hub doesn't separate evenly.

You have no idea how many times I have used the tool in the pic. Sometimes it goes fast and other times I feel a 12-pound sledge would work best when hitting it. LOL

Hopefully, a parts store will have one they lend out to people. Also, after pic 1, I included the directions for replacing the hub specific to your vehicle.

Let me know if this helps or if you have questions.

Take care and Happy Easter.

Joe

See pics below. Note: It is very important to properly torque the axle nut and the hub nuts to the manufacturer's specifications. Torque specs are in the directions. Do this before placing weight on the bearing assembly (hub). Either have a helper hold the brakes on when performing the final axle torque or slip a strong screwdriver between the fins of the rotor and the opposite side allow it to rest against the caliper mount to prevent the axle from turning when torquing.