OEM 2008 Buick Lucerne Wheel Bearing

2008 Buick Lucerne Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the front wheel bearing and hub on 2008 Buick Lucerne?

  A: To start this procedure you need to properly raise your vehicle and put it on stands. Unload the tire and wheel so you can clean dirt from the drive axle threads. Stick a screwdriver between caliper and rotor to lock them in place before taking off the drive axle nut. .removelistener the brake rotor you need to disconnect the abs front wheel speed sensor connector which separates from the dust shield. Take out all Wheel Bearing/hub retaining bolts while keeping track of how the hub fits with the bearing. Take out the Wheel Bearing/hub unit from the Steering Knuckle as well as the dust shield. You can split the hub and bearing from the drive axle by using the j 28733-b front hub spindle remover. Scrub away rust and unwanted particles from all knuckle seating areas to support easy bearing placement. Before installation you should remove the plastic protective cover and pay attention not to touch the knuckle or hub assembly with the abs sensor wire. Handle the dust shield gently to avoid harming the lip seal and its attachment areas on the hub and bearing. Put grease on the Steering Knuckle bore and add the Wheel Bearing/hub and dust shield onto the Steering Knuckle. Fit the Wheel Bearing/hub bolt set properly and secure them with 130 n.m torque. Place a fresh grip nut on top of the drive axle and push the Wheel Bearing/hub into position afterward join and couple the abs sensor connector at the dust shield base. Put the brake rotor in place and put a drift punch into the caliper and rotor to hold them as you tighten the drive axle nut to 160 n.m (118 lb ft). Apply the final tire then let the car return to ground level.