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what do i need to remove a spindel from a 1996 honda accord, front wheel.
Car: Honda, Accord, 1996, v6 - Back to Fix-It - Honda Accord Repair Manuals
Q.what do i need to remove a spindel from a 1996 honda accord, front wheel.
I already checked/done: i removed the 4 bolts and the main nut
Answer Hi,
Below are directions to remove the front knuckle/spindle assembly:
Fig. Exploded view of the front knuckle and hub assembly and related components-Accord
Fig. Use an impact socket and a breaker bar to remove the spindle nut
Once the hub has been removed, the wheel bearings must be replaced. A hydraulic press and bearing drivers must be used to remove and install the bearing.
Loosen the wheel lug nuts slightly.
Using a suitable sized chisel, lift the lock tab of the front axle spindle nut from the groove in the spindle.
Break the axle spindle nut loose using an impact socket and breaker bar..
Raise the front of the vehicle and support the vehicle securely with jackstands.
Remove the lug nuts and then the wheel.
Unscrew the brake hose mounting bolts.
Remove the brake hose and caliper mounting bolts, then place the caliper assembly aside supported by mechanic's wire to prevent the hydraulic hose from being damaged.
On cars with ABS, remove the ABS wheel sensor bolts, then remove the wheel sensor.
Do not remove the wheel sensor connector.
Remove the cotter key from the tie rod end spindle, and remove the castle nut, then using a tie rod end removal tool, separate the tie rod end from the knuckle.
Remove the cotter key from the lower ball joint spindle, then loosen and remove the castle nut and release the ball joint from the lower control arm.
A penetrating lubricant may be used if the ball joint is difficult to remove.
Remove the cotter key from the upper ball joint spindle, then loosen and remove the castle nut and release the ball joint from the upper control arm.
Pull the knuckle away from the vehicle. If necessary, use a plastic hammer to tap on the spindle to help release it from the hub splines.
use a hydraulic press and suitable press tools to remove the front hub/bearing assembly.
Carefully inspect the lug bolt studs. If they have been damaged, replace them while the hub is removed from the knuckle.
To install:
install the wheel bearing, snapring and hub.
The balance of installation is the reverse of the removal procedure, making note of the following points and tightening specifications:
Upper ball joint: 29-35 ft. Lbs. (39-47 Nm), install using a new cotter pin Lower ball joint: 36-43 ft. Lbs. (49-59 Nm), install using a new cotter pin Tie rod end: 32 ft. Lbs. (43 Nm), install using a new cotter pin ABS sensor fasteners: 16 ft. Lbs. (22 Nm) Hub unit flange bolts: 33 ft. Lbs. (44 Nm) Brake rotor mounting screws: 82 inch lbs. (9.3 Nm) Brake caliper bolt: 80 ft. Lbs. (108 Nm) Lug nuts: 80 ft. Lbs. (108 Nm) Axle spindle nut: 181 ft. Lbs. (245 Nm); stake nut afterwards
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