Xingyun XY40EV, Service Manual

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CHAPTER 5 FINAL DRIVE
SERVICE MANUAL
CHAPTER 5 FINAL DRIVE. 5- 4
7. Rotate hub. It should rotate smoothly without
binding or rough spots or side play.
8. Install brake caliper using new bolts. (Apply
Loctite™ 242 to threads) Tighten bolts to 18 ft.lbs
(24 Nm)
CAUTION: New bolts have a pre-applied locking
agent which is destroyed bolts upon removal. Always
use new brake caliper mounting bolts upon
assembly.
9. Install wheel and wheel nuts and tighten evenly in
a cross pattern to specified torque.
5.5 FRONT HUB BEARING REPLACEMENT
1. Remove outer snap ring.
2. Form the back side, tap on the outer bearing race
with a drift punch in the reliefs as shown.
3. Drive bearing out evenly by tapping on outer race
only. Once bearing is at bottom of casting,
support casting on outer edges so bearing can be
removed.
4. Inspect bearing.
NOTE: Due to extremely close tolerances and
minimal wear, the bearings must be inspected
visually, and by feel. While rotating bearings by hand,
inspect for rough spots, discoloration, or corrosion.
The bearings should turn smoothly and quietly, with
no detectable up and down movement and minimal
movement sideways between inner and outer race.
5. Inspect bearing housing for scratches, wear or
damage. Replace housing if damaged.