LEMON Manuals: Even more car manuals for everyone: 1960-2025
Home >> Pontiac >> 2001 >> Aztek Base, AWD >> Repair and Diagnosis >> External Pages >> Different car >> Section 1341 (Front Suspension System) >> Repair Instructions >> Wheel Stud Replacement >> Installation Procedure
April 5, 2026: LEMON Manuals is launched! Read the announcement.

Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 GMC Sierra, 2003 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2003 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Install the new stud into the hub flange hole using firm hand pressure.
  2. Install 4 washers to the new wheel stud.
  3. Thread a wheel nut onto the new stud with the flat side facing the front hub flange.
  4. Tighten the lug nut until the stud contacts the back of the hub flange.
  5. Remove the wheel nut.
  6. Remove the washers.
  7. Install the brake rotor. Refer to REMOVAL (FRONT) .
  8. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION  .
  9. Remove the safety stands.
  10. Lower the vehicle.
Fig 1: Wheel Stud & Wheel Lug Nut
G01480108Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
scientia non olet · About LEMON Manuals