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Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Buick Regal and 2003 Buick Century. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Install a replacement stud in the wheel hub.
  2. Add enough washers (3) in order to draw the stud into the hub (2).
    Fig 1: Installing Stud In Wheel Hub Using Washers & Wheel Nuts
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  3. Install the wheel nut (1) with the flat side against the washers (3).
    IMPORTANT: Fully seat the wheel stud against the hub flange (2).
  4. Tighten the wheel nut (1) until the wheel stud is fully seated against the hub flange.
  5. Back off the wheel nut (1) and remove the washers (3).
  6. Install the brake rotor. Refer to Brake Rotor Replacement - Front in Disc Brakes.
  7. Install the brake caliper and bracket. Refer to Brake Caliper Replacement - Front in Disc Brakes.
  8. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION in Tires and Wheels.
  9. Lower the vehicle.
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