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Drum Removal
Whenever the hub equipment on your axle must be removed for inspection or
maintenance, the following procedure should be utilized.
1. Elevate and support the trailer unit per manufacturer’s instructions.
CAUTION
Do not lift or support the trailer on any part of the axle or suspension
system. Never go under any trailer unless it is properly supported on
jack stands which have been rated for the load. Improperly supported
vehicles can fall unexpectedly and cause serious injury or death.
2. Remove the wheel.
3. Remove the grease cap from the hub by carefully prying progressively
around the ange.
4. Remove snap ring on the end of the spindle. Remove “torque instruction”
washer.
5. Unscrew the spindle nut (counterclockwise) and remove the spindle
washer.
6. Carefully remove the hub from the spindle. The Nev-R-Lube
®
bearing
cartridge will remain in the hub.
Note: Do not remove cartridge bearing from the hub bore unless
replacement of the bearing cartridge is intended. Special tools and
techniques are required for removal of the old bearing.
Bearing Inspection
Important:
1. Elevate and support the trailer unit per manufacturer’s instructions.
Hubs/Drums/Bearings
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