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Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo and 2004 Chevrolet Impala. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Install a replacement stud in the wheel hub.
  2. Add enough washers (3) in order to draw the stud into the hub (2).
  3. Install the wheel nut (1) with the flat side against the washers (3).
    4. IMPORTANT: Fully seat the wheel stud against the hub flange (2).
  4. Tighten the wheel nut (1) until the wheel stud is fully seated against the hub flange.
  5. Back off the wheel nut (1) and remove the washers (3).
  6. Install the backing plate. Refer to Disc Brake Backing Plate Replacement - Rear in Disc Brakes.
  7. Install the rear wheel bearing/hub assembly. Refer to Wheel Bearing/Hub Replacement - Rear .
  8. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  9. Lower the vehicle.
    10. Fig 1: Installing Wheel Stud
    GM165253Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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