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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1998SUBURBAN K2500, 7.4 J, PART TIMEREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBRAKESTRACTION CONTROLANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEMREMOVAL & INSTALLATIONFRONT WHEEL SPEED SENSORREMOVAL & INSTALLATION (2WD)
1998 Chevrolet Suburban K2500, 7.4 J, Part Time
Removal & Installation (2WD)
1998 Chevrolet Suburban K2500, 7.4 J, Part TimeSECTION Removal & Installation (2WD)
- Remove wheel. Remove brake caliper, and wire aside. Remove hub and rotor. Disconnect speed sensor connector. Remove splash shield and speed sensor assembly. To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten wheel bearing nut to 12 ft. lbs. (16 N.m), then back off until just loose.
- Hand tighten wheel bearing nut. Back off wheel bearing nut no more than 1/2 of a flat, until hole in spindle aligns with slot in wheel bearing nut. If wheel bearing nut is adjusted properly, hub end play should be .001-.005" (.03-.13 mm). If hub end play is not within specification, repeat procedure. Speed sensor air gap is non-adjustable.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.