MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
4-21
Figure 4-13: Outboard Mount Hub and Drum
WARNING
l.
Place the hub or wheel over the axle spindle
being careful to align the hub bore with the axle.
Do not damage the seal. Support the hub
assembly until the outer bearing cone and
spindle nut are installed, to avoid damaging the
seal.
m. Install the outer bearing cone and inner spindle
nut, tightening the nut until it is snug against the
outer bearing cone. Remove the hub support
allowing the hub to rest on the bearings.
n.
Install and adjust bearings
Lubrication and Adjustment” on page 4-22)
o.
Install the hub cap with the proper gasket.
Tighten the cap screws of the hub cap to 15 to 20
ft.-lbs. of torque.
p.
Remove the filler plug and fill the hub cavity to
the recommended level with a gear type oil.
Failure to use the correct stud on the correct side
may cause loosening of the hub studs during
operation, resulting in loss of a wheel.
