Wheel Stud Replacement. Chevrolet Metro 2000

For 1990-2009 cars

## Wheel Stud Replacement Hubless Design Without ABS

### Removal Procedure

CAUTION:: If one stud is damaged, replace all the studs. A loose-running wheel may cause only one stud to break, but the other studs could have internal fatigue. Replacing only the broken stud and remounting the wheel may cause further damage and personal injury. If the stud holes in the wheels have become enlarged or distorted, replace the wheel.

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
2. Remove the rear tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
3. Remove the brake drum (6).
4. Use a flat-bladed tool in order to remove the dust cap (11).
5. Unstake the washer (9).
6. Remove the washer and the spindle nut (10).
7. Using a hammer, tap the brake drum in order to loosen the assembly. Remove the drum from the spindle.
8. Use a rod (2) and a hydraulic press (1) in order to remove the wheel stud (3) from the brake drum.

### Installation Procedure

Notice: Use care to align splines on stud and brake drum/hub.

1. Use a rod (2) and a hydraulic press (1) in order to install the wheel stud (3) to the brake drum.
2. Install the brake drum (6) to the spindle (2).
3. Install the washer (9) to the spindle.

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

4. Install the nut (10) to the spindle.

Tighten
Tighten the nut to 100 N·m (74 lb ft).

5. Stake the washer.
6. Install the dust cap.
7. Install the rear tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
8. Lower the vehicle.

## Wheel Stud Replacement Hub Design With ABS

### Removal Procedure

#### Tool Required

J 6627-A Stud Remover

CAUTION:: If one stud is damaged, replace all the studs. A loose-running wheel may cause only one stud to break, but the other studs could have internal fatigue. Replacing only the broken stud and remounting the wheel may cause further damage and personal injury. If the stud holes in the wheels have become enlarged or distorted, replace the wheel.

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
2. Remove the rear tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
3. Remove the 2 recessed screws and the brake drum. Refer to Brake Drum Replacement in Drum Brakes.
4. Install 2 wheel nuts to 2 studs.
5. Use a pry bar between the 2 wheel nuts in order to prevent the hub from turning.
6. Remove the wheel stud using J 6627-A .

### Installation Procedure

1. Install 2 wheel nuts to 2 studs.
2. Use a pry bar between the 2 wheel nuts in order to prevent the hub from turning.
3. Install a new stud to the hub.
4. Install washers onto the new stud.
5. Use a wrench and a wheel nut in order to install the stud to the hub.
6. Remove the wheel nut and the washers.
7. Install the brake drum. Secure the brake drum with the two recessed screws. Refer to Brake Drum Replacement in Drum Brakes.
8. Install the rear tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
9. Lower the vehicle.