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2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WD

Removal Procedure

2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to LIFTING AND JACKING THE VEHICLE .
  2. Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
  3. Disconnect the wheel speed sensor electrical connector (2), if equipped.
    Fig 1: Disconnecting Wheel Speed Sensor Electrical Connector
    G01490275Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the wheel speed sensor electrical connector from the bracket, if equipped.
  5. Remove the brake caliper bracket with the brake caliper. Refer to FRONT BRAKE CALIPER BRACKET
  6. Remove the brake rotor. Refer to FRONT BRAKE ROTOR .
  7. Remove the wheel drive shaft nut. Refer to AXLE SHAFTS .
    Fig 2: Removing Wheel Speed Sensor Electrical Connector
    G01490276Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Use 3 wheel nuts in order to attach the J 28733-B to the wheel bearing/hub.
  9. Use the J 28733-B in order to push the wheel drive shaft out of the wheel bearing/hub.
    Fig 3: Wheel Drive Shaft
    G01490277Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Remove and DISCARD the wheel bearing/hub bolts.

    Important:  Ensure that the wheel drive shaft outer seal/boot is not damaged.

  11. Remove the wheel bearing/hub.
    Fig 4: Removing Wheel Bearing/Hub
    G01490278Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
RENDER: 1.0x

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