Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Cadillac SRX. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: View Of Wheel Studs

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Install the new stud from the back side of the hub.
Install flat washers on the wheel stud.
IMPORTANT: Ensure that the wheel stud is fully seated against the wheel hub flange.
With the flat side of a wheel nut against the washers, tighten the wheel nut until the wheel stud head seats against the wheel hub flange.
Install the brake rotor. Refer to Front Brake Rotor Replacement .
Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
Lower the vehicle.