OEM 2002 Toyota MR2 Spyder Wheel Bearing

2002 Toyota MR2 Spyder Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to service and repair the wheel bearing on 2002 Toyota MR2 Spyder?

  A: Service and repair operations for the wheel bearing start with front wheel removal at 103 Nm (1,050 kgf-cm, 76 ft. lbs.). Support the brake caliper safely after you detach its 2 bolts with a torque of 109 Nm (1,112 kgf-cm, 80 ft. lbs.). Use a dial indicator to check axle hub backlash near its center and replace the hub if the maximum backlash of 0.05 mm (0.0020 inch) is exceeded. The surface of the axle hub beyond the hub bolt should be inspected for a maximum restriction of 0.07 mm (0.0028 inch). If this limit is exceeded the axle hub needs replacement. Stop the ABS speed sensor connection before removing the front axle hub by untightening the 4 hub assembly bolts that hold the cover in position with a torque force of 56 Nm (571 kgf-cm, 41 ft. lbs.). The lower shock absorber nuts should be loosened to 140 Nm (1,430 kgf-cm, 103 ft. lbs.) without removing the bolts or nuts. Before nut tightening disconnect the lower suspension arm by removing the cotter pin and nut at specified torque of 98 Nm (1,000 kgf-cm, 72 ft. lbs.). Suspension stability should be maintained when torquing the nut and if holes for new cotter pins are misaligned increase the nut torque up to 60 degrees. Force the separation of the lower suspension arm with Special Service Tool: 09628-62011. The tie rod end disassembly requires removal of the cotter pin and nut with a torque of 49 Nm (500 kgf-cm, 36 ft-lbs), unless the holes for a new cotter pin are misaligned; in this case, increase the nut torque to 60 degrees. Special Service Tool: 09610-20012 must be used for tie rod end disconnect. Use a mixture of engine oil on the nut thread prior to installation when removing the steering knuckle by unfastening its 2 bolts and 2 nuts located on the shock absorber's lower side. After finishing the installation process the procedures should be reversed. Perform a check of ABS speed sensor signals alongside front wheel alignment.