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SUSPENSION SYSTEM
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SUSPENSION
NOTE :
Refer exploded view of wheel bearing for
removal process.
Removal
1. Remove wheel(s) (Refer wheel removal procedure/
Wheels and Tyres group)
2. Remove front brake drum (04) (Refer Front brake
drum removal procedure/Brakes)
3. Remove internal circlip (08) using circlip plier.
4. Remove wheel bearing (07), outer spacer (06) and
inner spacer (05) by tapping with suitable tool at
the grooves shown in following figure.
Inspection
1. Inspect wheel bearing for noisy and smooth
operation. Replace if found noisy.
Following precautions should be taken before
assembly:
(a) Brake drum should be free from dust, rusting and
other foreign particles.
(b) Handle the bearing with clean and dry hands.
(c) Never use hand gloves while assembling bearing.
(d) Never hammer the bearing while assembly and
disassembly, use suitable press.
(e) All greased parts (bearing) must be protected from
dust.
(f) Complete assembly to be done in burr and dust
free environment.
(g) Lubricate wheel bearing outer surface with oil so
that it gets inserted into wheel bearing housing
easily.
Installation :
1. Install wheel bearing (07) into brake drum (04) using
a dolly. (Part No. 277958903502).
2. Insert outer spacer (06) and tap it gently such that
it seats on wheel bearing.
3. Install other wheel bearing (07) using the same
dolly. (Part No. 277958903502)
4. Insert inner spacer (05).
5. Install brake drum (04) on stub axle (01) (Refer
front brake drum installation procedure/Brakes).
6. Mount wheel(s) and tighten wheel bolts to specified
torque.
TIGHTENING TORQUE FOR WHEEL BOLTS = 8 - 8.3
Kg-m