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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO EXTENDED, 5.7 R, L31/KL8REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 332 (FRONT SUSPENSION SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSWHEEL BEARING/HUB REPLACEMENT - FRONTREMOVAL PROCEDURE

2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 R, L31/KL8

Removal Procedure

2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 R, L31/KL8SECTION Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Buick Regal and 2002 Buick Century. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Raise and support the vehicle.
Remove the tire and wheel.
Disconnect the wheel speed sensor electrical connector (2).

Fig 1: Wheel Speed Sensor Electrical Connector
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Remove the wheel speed sensor electrical connector from the bracket.

Fig 2: Removing The Wheel Speed Sensor Electrical Connector From The Bracket
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Remove the brake caliper bracket with the brake caliper. Refer to CALIPER BRACKET (FRONT) .
Remove the brake rotor. Refer to BRAKE ROTOR (FRONT) .
Remove the axle shaft nut. Refer to AXLE SHAFTS .
Use 3 wheel nuts in order to attach the J 28733-B to the wheel bearing/hub.
Use the J 28733-B in order to push the axle shaft out of the wheel bearing/hub.

Fig 3: Pushing The Axle Shaft Out Of The Wheel Bearing/Hub
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Remove and DISCARD the wheel bearing/hub bolts.
NOTE: Ensure that the axle shaft outer seal/boot is not damaged.
Remove the wheel bearing/hub.

Fig 4: Wheel Bearing/Hub Bolts And Assembly

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

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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.