Front Wheel Bearings - Wipe old grease out of
hub and wash bearings. Work approximately one tablespoon of wheel bearing
lubricant into each ball bearing. The oil seal packings should be examined
for wear or leaking and replaced if necessary.
NOTE: Do not overfill bearings as
excessive lubricant may be forced thru seals and get on brake lining.
Bearing Adjustment - Take up spindle nut with
10" wrench until bearings are preloaded at least 1 hex, then rotate
wheel 1 revolution to make sure bearings are seated. Back off spindle nut
until bearings are loose. Tighten nut until all bearing looseness is just
removed, then line up nut to nearest cotter hole and install cotter pin.
Do not mistake loose king pin bushing, etc., for wheel bearing looseness.
CAUTION: BEARING PRELOAD MUST NOT EXCEED 1/2 TURN OF NUT.
Rear Shock Absorbers - Inspect and fill to
proper level using only Delco Shock Absorber fluid. For filling
instructions consult Authorized Buick Dealer. Front shock absorbers are
direct acting and cannot be refilled.
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