Front Wheel Hub, Replacing

2003 Volvo S60 2.4 L5-2.4L VIN 61 B5244SSECTION Front Wheel Hub, Replacing





Replacing the front wheel hub

Special tools:
951 2050 BEVEL PROTRACTOR 951 2050 Bevel Protractor

Removing the front wheel hub




- Remove the wheel spindle. See Wheel spindle, replacement Removal and Replacement
- Place the wheel spindle in a soft jawed vice.

Remove
- the four screws holding the hub to the wheel spindle
- the hub.

Installing the front wheel hub





Note! Ensure that the hub and the wheel spindle mating surfaces are clean.

- Install the hub. Usenew screws
- Tighten crosswise. Tighten to 20 Nm. Then tighten to 65 Nm. Finally angle-tighten 60°. Use bevel protractor 951 2050 BEVEL PROTRACTOR 951 2050 Bevel Protractor
- Install the wheel spindle. See Wheel spindle, replacement Removal and Replacement.

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.