Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Front Axle Hub: Reassembly
- INSTALL BEARING
- Using SST and a press, install a new bearing to the steering knuckle.
SST 09950-60020 (09951 -00730),
09950-70010 (09951-07150)
- Using snap ring pliers, install a new snap ring.
- Using SST and a press, install a new bearing to the steering knuckle.
- INSTALL DUST COVER
Place the dust cover and using a torx® socket (T30), install the 3 bolts.
Torque: 8.3 N.m (85 kgf.cm, 74 in.lbf)
- INSTALL FRONT AXLE HUB
Using SST and a press, install the axle hub.
SST 09608-32010, 09950-60010 (09951-00550) 09950-70010 (09951-07150)
- INSTALL LOWER BALL JOINT
- Install the lower ball joint and tighten the nut.
Torque: 103 N.m (1,050 kgf.cm, 76 ft.lbf)
- Install a new cotter pin.
- Install the lower ball joint and tighten the nut.
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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.