2003 Pontiac Vibe replacement of rear wheel hub & beari

2003 PONTIAC VIBE
12,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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I have purchased 2 wheel rear hub & bearings and want to know if it is really as easy as just removing 4 bolts or if there is anything special I need to know, such as torque specks that hold the 4 bolts on.
Jan 2, 2009 at 6:25 PM
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Never use the "Easy" word :) . You would have to remove the rear drum to get to hub bolts.


https://images.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/108325_rear_hub_1.jpg

Torque to 45 lbft.


https://images.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/108325_hub_vibe_1.jpg

Feb 14, 2009 at 6:48 AM
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