Replacing front wheel hubs?

Tiny
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Please send information with tightening foot lbs specs for new wheel bearing hub.
Monday, February 17th, 2025 AT 10:26 AM

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Tiny
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Sure, here is how to change out the front bearing hubs with torque specs as requested.

Tighten the wheel bearing/hub mounting bolts to 135 N.M (100 lb ft).

Install a new wheel driveshaft retaining nut Tighten the nut to 160 N.M (118 lb ft).

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Tuesday, February 18th, 2025 AT 11:50 AM

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