FRONT AXLE HUB (for 4WD) > ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION

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1. Remove the front wheel.
   

2. Remove the front disc brake caliper (Click here).
   

3. Remove the front disc.
   

4. Inspect the axle hub backlash.
   
   

   1. Using a dial indicator, check the backlash near the center of the axle hub.
      

      Maximum:

      0.05 mm (0.0020 in.)
      

      If the backlash is greater than the maximum, replace the bearing.
      

5. Inspect the axle hub deviation.
   
   

   1. Using a dial indicator, check the deviation at the surface of the axle hub.
      

      Maximum:

      0.05 mm (0.0020 in.)
      

      If the deviation is greater than the maximum, replace the bearing.