Q: How do you remove the rear Wheel Hub on Chevrolet Impala and Monte Carlo?
A: To remove the rear wheel, start by loosening the lug nuts and blocking the front wheels to prevent the vehicle from rolling. Then, raise the rear of the vehicle and support it securely on jackstands. Remove the rear wheels. Next, remove the brake caliper, caliper mounting bracket, and brake disc from the hub. If the vehicle is equipped with ABS, disconnect the wire harness for the wheel speed sensor. Detach the parking brake cable from the actuator and the bracket attached to the rear backing plate. Remove the hub mounting bolts and detach the hub assembly and parking brake assembly from the knuckle. Finally, remove the parking brake shoe and related components, followed by the hub and bearing. To install, reverse the removal steps, making sure to install the hub and bearing in the correct direction for the ABS wheel speed sensor electrical connector if applicable. Tighten the new hub and bearing mounting bolts to the proper torque specifications and adjust the parking brake. Finally, install the wheel and lug nuts, lower the vehicle, and tighten the lug nuts to the correct torque specifications.
Q: How do I remove and install a front hub/bearing assembly on Chevrolet Impala and Monte Carlo?
A: To remove the hub/bearing assembly, start by loosening the wheel lug nuts and raising the front of the vehicle on jackstands. Remove the wheel and disconnect the ABS wheel speed sensor electrical connector, if applicable. Take off the driveaxle/hub nut and then remove the brake caliper, caliper mounting bracket, and brake disc from the hub. Next, remove the hub/bearing assembly mounting bolts from the back of the Steering Knuckle and discard them. Finally, remove the hub/bearing assembly from the steering knuckle. To install the hub/bearing assembly, ensure that the mounting surfaces are smooth and free of any damage. Lubricate the driveaxle splines with multi-purpose grease and then fully seat the hub/bearing assembly onto the steering knuckle. Use new mounting bolts to secure the assembly to the knuckle, tightening them to the correct torque specifications. For ABS-equipped vehicles, connect the wheel speed sensor harness connector and secure it to its bracket. Install the brake disc, caliper mounting bracket, and caliper, tightening the fasteners to the proper torque values. Install the driveaxle/hub nut and tighten it to the correct torque specifications. Finally, install the wheel and lug nuts, remove the jackstands, and lower the vehicle. Tighten the lug nuts to the proper torque specifications.