Front Axle Hub (For Hatchback) Installation

Using SST and a press, press the axle hub into the steering knuckle.

SST

09950-70010(09951-07100)
09950-60010(09951-00580)
09608-32010

Using snap ring pliers, install a new axle hub hole snap ring, as shown in the illustration.

NOTICE:

1. Do not overlap the end of the snap ring and the installation hole in the speed sensor on the knuckle side.
   
2. Do not damage the magnetic rotor surface of the bearing when installing the snap ring.
   

Align the drive shaft splines and install the axle assembly.

NOTICE:

1. Do not damage the lower ball joint.
   
2. Do not damage the threads of the drive shaft.
   
3. Do not damage the speed sensor rotor.
   
4. Do not damage the drive shaft outboard joint boot.
   

Install the front axle assembly onto the shock absorber with the 2 bolts and 2 nuts.

Torque:

164 N*m{1672 kgf*cm, 121 ft.*lbf}

HINT:

Keep the bolt from rotating while turning the nut.

Install the lower arm onto the steering knuckle with a new castle nut.

Torque:

98 N*m{999 kgf*cm, 72 ft.*lbf}

NOTICE:

If the holes for the clip are not aligned, tighten the nut by a further turn of up to 60°.

Install a new clip.

Install the tie rod end sub-assembly onto the steering knuckle with a new castle nut.

Torque:

49 N*m{500 kgf*cm, 36 ft.*lbf}

NOTICE:

If the holes for the clip are not aligned, tighten the nut by a further turn of up to 60°.

Install a new cotter pin.

Install the front stabilizer link assembly with the nut.

Torque:

74 N*m{755 kgf*cm, 55 ft.*lbf}

HINT:

Using a socket hexagon wrench 6 to hold the stud.

Install the speed sensor onto the steering knuckle with the bolt.

Torque:

8.5 N*m{87 kgf*cm, 75 in.*lbf}

NOTICE:

1. Check that the speed sensor tip and installation portion are free of foreign matter.
   
2. Install the speed sensor without turning it from its original installation angle.
   

Install the flexible hose and speed sensor with the bolt.

Torque:

29 N*m{300 kgf*cm, 22 ft.*lbf}

NOTICE:

Install the flexible hose and speed sensor without twisting them.

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

Maximum:

0.05 mm (0.00197 in.)

Using a dial indicator, check the runout of the surface of the axle hub.

Maximum:

0.05 mm (0.00197 in.)

Align the matchmarks of the disc and axle hub and install the disc.

HINT:

When replacing the disc, select the position that gives the minimum disc runout.

Install the disc brake caliper onto the steering knuckle.

Torque:

107 N*m{1089 kgf*cm, 79 ft.*lbf}

Clean the threaded parts on the front drive shaft and axle shaft nut using a non-residue solvent.

NOTICE:

1. Be sure to perform this work for a new front drive shaft.
   
2. Keep the threaded parts free of oil and foreign objects.
   

Using a deep socket wrench 30 mm, install a new front axle shaft nut.

Torque:

216 N*m{2203 kgf*cm, 159 ft.*lbf}

Using a chisel and hammer, stake the axle shaft nut.