Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Cadillac CTS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .

Fig 1: Removing Wheel Stud From Axle Flange

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Remove the brake rotor. Refer to Front Brake Rotor Replacement (RWD) or Front Brake Rotor Replacement (AWD) .
Using J 43631 remove the wheel stud at the inner most notch. See Special Tools .