Maintenance Manual MM-0409

Wheel-End Components
Meritor Conventional and Unitized Wheel Ends
Revised 04-13

Service Notes

About This Manual

This manual provides maintenance and service information for the
Meritor front non-drive steer axle, tag and rear drive axle wheel-end
components.

Before You Begin

How to Obtain Additional Maintenance,

Service and Product Information
Visit Literature on Demand at meritor.com to access and order
additional information.
Contact the OnTrac Customer Service Center at 866-668-7221
(United States and Canada); 001-800-889-1834 (Mexico); or email
[email protected].

1.

Read and understand all instructions and procedures before

you begin to service components.

2.

Read and observe all Warning and Caution hazard alert

messages in this publication. They provide information that can
help prevent serious personal injury, damage to components,
or both.

3.

Follow your companys maintenance and service, installation,

and diagnostics guidelines.

If Tools and Supplies are Specified in

This Manual

4.

Use special tools when required to help avoid serious personal

injury and damage to components.

Contact Meritors Commercial Vehicle Aftermarket at

888-725-9355.

For inspection, preventive maintenance and service procedures for

ConMet PreSet hubs, refer to the ConMet Service Manual for
PreSet Hub Assemblies The manual can be accessed at
www.conmet.com/pdfs/preset_service_manual.pdf.

Hazard Alert Messages and Torque

Symbols
WARNING
A Warning alerts you to an instruction or procedure that you
must follow exactly to avoid serious personal injury and
damage to components.

CAUTION
A Caution alerts you to an instruction or procedure that you
must follow exactly to avoid damage to components.
@

This symbol alerts you to tighten fasteners to a specified torque

value.

Information contained in this publication was in effect at the time the publication was
approved for printing and is subject to change without notice or liability. Meritor Heavy
Vehicle Systems, LLC, reserves the right to revise the information presented or to
discontinue the production of parts described at any time.

Meritor Maintenance Manual MM-0409 (Revised 04-13)

Contents

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Asbestos and Non-Asbestos Fibers

Section 1: Exploded Views
Exploded Views
Conventional MFS Series Wheel End Front Non-Drive
Steer Axle
Conventional MFS Series Wheel End Front Non-Drive
Steer Axle
Conventional MFS Series Wheel End Front Non-Drive
Steer Axle
Conventional MS and RS Series Wheel End Rear Drive
Axle
Conventional MS and RS Series Wheel End Rear Drive
Axle
Conventional MS and RS Series Wheel End Rear Drive
Axle
PreSet Hub MC Series Tag Axle with DiscPlus
Brakes
Conventional or PreSet Hub FL, FG, MFS Series Front
Axle with DiscPlus Brakes
PreSet Hub Rear Drive Axle with DiscPlus Brakes
Unitized Wheel End FH Series Front Tag Axle with
DiscPlus Brakes
Unitized Wheel End MC Series Tag Axle with
DiscPlus Brakes

Section 2: Introduction
Technical Publications
Description
Conventional Wheel-End Components
Unitized Wheel-End Components
Identification
Front and Rear Axle Wheel Ends

pg. 31

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Replace
Worn or Damaged Parts
Clean, Dry and Inspect Parts
Ground or Polished Parts
Rough Parts
Dry Cleaned Parts
Prevent Corrosion on Cleaned Parts
Inspection
Wheel-End Components

Section 6: Assembly

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Section 7: Adjustment

57

Check and Adjust the Wheel Bearings

Front Axles
Drive Axles

59

Section 8: Troubleshooting

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Troubleshooting
Diagnostic Chart
61

Section 9: Specifications

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Torque Specifications
MFS, MS and RS Series Wheel-End Components
FH and MC Series Wheel-End Components
Drive Axle Wheel-End Components

64

Section 10: Lubrication and Maintenance

66

Conventional Wheel Ends

Wheel-End Maintenance
Lubrication Intervals and Specifications

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Section 11: Special Tools

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Description
Wheel-End Seal Driver Application Chart
Unitized Wheel-End Dial Indicator Adapter Fitting
Tool for Removal of Rotors Seized on Unitized Wheel Ends
Bus and Coach FH Series Front and Tag Axle, and
MC Series Tag Axle

Section 4: Disassembly
Removal
MFS Series Wheel End Front Non-Drive Steer Axle
MS and RS Series Wheel End Rear Drive Axle
Conventional Wheel End Front and Tag Axles with
DiscPlus Brakes
PreSet Wheel Hub Assemblies
Unitized Wheel End Bus and Coach FH Series Front and
Tag Axle, and MC Series Tag Axle

Section 5: Prepare Parts for Assembly

Installation
MFS Series Wheel End Front Non-Drive Steer Axle
MS and RS Series Wheel End Rear Drive Axle
Conventional Wheel End Front and Tag Axles with
DiscPlus Brakes
PreSet Wheel Hub Assemblies
Unitized Wheel End Bus and Coach FH Series Front and
Tag Axle, and MC Series Tag Axle
Studs and Nuts
Stud Replacement Procedures

Section 3: Inspection
ABS Warning Signal
Inspection
Unitized Wheel End
Basic Inspection
Wheel-to-Hub Mounting
Wheel Adapter Fasteners Inspection
Detailed Inspection
PreSet Wheel Hub Assemblies
Inspection Guidelines
Every 12 Months or 100,000 Miles (Whichever Occurs
First)

Removing a Unitized Wheel End with a Meritor Rotor

Seized to the Hub Bus and Coach FH Series Front
and Tag Axle, and MC Series Tag Axle

Asbestos and Non-Asbestos Fibers

Figure 0.1

ASBESTOS FIBERS WARNING

NON-ASBESTOS FIBERS WARNING

The following procedures for servicing brakes are recommended to reduce exposure to
asbestos fiber dust, a cancer and lung disease hazard. Material Safety Data Sheets are
available from Meritor.

The following procedures for servicing brakes are recommended to reduce exposure to
non-asbestos fiber dust, a cancer and lung disease hazard. Material Safety Data Sheets
are available from Meritor.

Hazard Summary

Hazard Summary

Because some brake linings contain asbestos, workers who service brakes must understand the
potential hazards of asbestos and precautions for reducing risks. Exposure to airborne asbestos
dust can cause serious and possibly fatal diseases, including asbestosis (a chronic lung disease)
and cancer, principally lung cancer and mesothelioma (a cancer of the lining of the chest or
abdominal cavities). Some studies show that the risk of lung cancer among persons who smoke
and who are exposed to asbestos is much greater than the risk for non-smokers. Symptoms of
these diseases may not become apparent for 15, 20 or more years after the first exposure to
asbestos.
Accordingly, workers must use caution to avoid creating and breathing dust when servicing brakes.
Specific recommended work practices for reducing exposure to asbestos dust follow. Consult your
employer for more details.

Most recently manufactured brake linings do not contain asbestos fibers. These brake linings may
contain one or more of a variety of ingredients, including glass fibers, mineral wool, aramid fibers,
ceramic fibers and silica that can present health risks if inhaled. Scientists disagree on the extent
of the risks from exposure to these substances. Nonetheless, exposure to silica dust can cause
silicosis, a non-cancerous lung disease. Silicosis gradually reduces lung capacity and efficiency
and can result in serious breathing difficulty. Some scientists believe other types of non-asbestos
fibers, when inhaled, can cause similar diseases of the lung. In addition, silica dust and ceramic
fiber dust are known to the State of California to cause lung cancer. U.S. and international
agencies have also determined that dust from mineral wool, ceramic fibers and silica are potential
causes of cancer.
Accordingly, workers must use caution to avoid creating and breathing dust when servicing brakes.
Specific recommended work practices for reducing exposure to non-asbestos dust follow. Consult
your employer for more details.

Recommended Work Practices

Recommended Work Practices

1. Separate Work Areas. Whenever feasible, service brakes in a separate area away from other
operations to reduce risks to unprotected persons. OSHA has set a maximum allowable level of
exposure for asbestos of 0.1 f/cc as an 8-hour time-weighted average and 1.0 f/cc averaged over
a 30-minute period. Scientists disagree, however, to what extent adherence to the maximum
allowable exposure levels will eliminate the risk of disease that can result from inhaling asbestos
dust. OSHA requires that the following sign be posted at the entrance to areas where exposures
exceed either of the maximum allowable levels:
DANGER: ASBESTOS
CANCER AND LUNG DISEASE HAZARD
AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL ONLY
RESPIRATORS AND PROTECTIVE CLOTHING
ARE REQUIRED IN THIS AREA.
2. Respiratory Protection. Wear a respirator equipped with a high-efficiency (HEPA) filter
approved by NIOSH or MSHA for use with asbestos at all times when servicing brakes, beginning
with the removal of the wheels.
3. Procedures for Servicing Brakes.
a. Enclose the brake assembly within a negative pressure enclosure. The enclosure should be
equipped with a HEPA vacuum and worker arm sleeves. With the enclosure in place, use the
HEPA vacuum to loosen and vacuum residue from the brake parts.
b. As an alternative procedure, use a catch basin with water and a biodegradable,
non-phosphate, water-based detergent to wash the brake drum or rotor and other brake
parts. The solution should be applied with low pressure to prevent dust from becoming
airborne. Allow the solution to flow between the brake drum and the brake support or the
brake rotor and caliper. The wheel hub and brake assembly components should be thoroughly
wetted to suppress dust before the brake shoes or brake pads are removed. Wipe the brake
parts clean with a cloth.
c. If an enclosed vacuum system or brake washing equipment is not available, employers may
adopt their own written procedures for servicing brakes, provided that the exposure levels
associated with the employers procedures do not exceed the levels associated with the
enclosed vacuum system or brake washing equipment. Consult OSHA regulations for more
details.
d. Wear a respirator equipped with a HEPA filter approved by NIOSH or MSHA for use with
asbestos when grinding or machining brake linings. In addition, do such work in an area with
a local exhaust ventilation system equipped with a HEPA filter.
e. NEVER use compressed air by itself, dry brushing, or a vacuum not equipped with a HEPA
filter when cleaning brake parts or assemblies. NEVER use carcinogenic solvents, flammable
solvents, or solvents that can damage brake components as wetting agents.
4. Cleaning Work Areas. Clean work areas with a vacuum equipped with a HEPA filter or by wet
wiping. NEVER use compressed air or dry sweeping to clean work areas. When you empty vacuum
cleaners and handle used rags, wear a respirator equipped with a HEPA filter approved by NIOSH
or MSHA for use with asbestos. When you replace a HEPA filter, wet the filter with a fine mist of
water and dispose of the used filter with care.
5. Worker Clean-Up. After servicing brakes, wash your hands before you eat, drink or smoke.
Shower after work. Do not wear work clothes home. Use a vacuum equipped with a HEPA filter to
vacuum work clothes after they are worn. Launder them separately. Do not shake or use
compressed air to remove dust from work clothes.
6. Waste Disposal. Dispose of discarded linings, used rags, cloths and HEPA filters with care,
such as in sealed plastic bags. Consult applicable EPA, state and local regulations on waste
disposal.

1. Separate Work Areas. Whenever feasible, service brakes in a separate area away from other
operations to reduce risks to unprotected persons.
2. Respiratory Protection. OSHA has set a maximum allowable level of exposure for silica of
0.1 mg/m3 as an 8-hour time-weighted average. Some manufacturers of non-asbestos brake
linings recommend that exposures to other ingredients found in non-asbestos brake linings be
kept below 1.0 f/cc as an 8-hour time-weighted average. Scientists disagree, however, to what
extent adherence to these maximum allowable exposure levels will eliminate the risk of disease
that can result from inhaling non-asbestos dust.
Therefore, wear respiratory protection at all times during brake servicing, beginning with the
removal of the wheels. Wear a respirator equipped with a high-efficiency (HEPA) filter approved by
NIOSH or MSHA, if the exposure levels may exceed OSHA or manufacturers recommended
maximum levels. Even when exposures are expected to be within the maximum allowable levels,
wearing such a respirator at all times during brake servicing will help minimize exposure.
3. Procedures for Servicing Brakes.
a. Enclose the brake assembly within a negative pressure enclosure. The enclosure should be
equipped with a HEPA vacuum and worker arm sleeves. With the enclosure in place, use the
HEPA vacuum to loosen and vacuum residue from the brake parts.
b. As an alternative procedure, use a catch basin with water and a biodegradable,
non-phosphate, water-based detergent to wash the brake drum or rotor and other brake
parts. The solution should be applied with low pressure to prevent dust from becoming
airborne. Allow the solution to flow between the brake drum and the brake support or the
brake rotor and caliper. The wheel hub and brake assembly components should be thoroughly
wetted to suppress dust before the brake shoes or brake pads are removed. Wipe the brake
parts clean with a cloth.
c. If an enclosed vacuum system or brake washing equipment is not available, carefully clean
the brake parts in the open air. Wet the parts with a solution applied with a pump-spray bottle
that creates a fine mist. Use a solution containing water, and, if available, a biodegradable,
non-phosphate, water-based detergent. The wheel hub and brake assembly components
should be thoroughly wetted to suppress dust before the brake shoes or brake pads are
removed. Wipe the brake parts clean with a cloth.
d. Wear a respirator equipped with a HEPA filter approved by NIOSH or MSHA when grinding or
machining brake linings. In addition, do such work in an area with a local exhaust ventilation
system equipped with a HEPA filter.
e. NEVER use compressed air by itself, dry brushing, or a vacuum not equipped with a HEPA
filter when cleaning brake parts or assemblies. NEVER use carcinogenic solvents, flammable
solvents, or solvents that can damage brake components as wetting agents.
4. Cleaning Work Areas. Clean work areas with a vacuum equipped with a HEPA filter or by wet
wiping. NEVER use compressed air or dry sweeping to clean work areas. When you empty vacuum
cleaners and handle used rags, wear a respirator equipped with a HEPA filter approved by NIOSH
or MSHA, to minimize exposure. When you replace a HEPA filter, wet the filter with a fine mist of
water and dispose of the used filter with care.
5. Worker Clean-Up. After servicing brakes, wash your hands before you eat, drink or smoke.
Shower after work. Do not wear work clothes home. Use a vacuum equipped with a HEPA filter to
vacuum work clothes after they are worn. Launder them separately. Do not shake or use
compressed air to remove dust from work clothes.
6. Waste Disposal. Dispose of discarded linings, used rags, cloths and HEPA filters with care,
such as in sealed plastic bags. Consult applicable EPA, state and local regulations on waste
disposal.

Regulatory Guidance

Regulatory Guidance

References to OSHA, NIOSH, MSHA, and EPA, which are regulatory agencies in the United States,
are made to provide further guidance to employers and workers employed within the United States.
Employers and workers employed outside of the United States should consult the regulations that
apply to them for further guidance.

References to OSHA, NIOSH, MSHA, and EPA, which are regulatory agencies in the United States,
are made to provide further guidance to employers and workers employed within the United States.
Employers and workers employed outside of the United States should consult the regulations that
apply to them for further guidance.

Meritor Maintenance Manual MM-0409 (Revised 04-13)

1 Exploded Views

Exploded Views
1 Exploded Views

Conventional MFS Series Wheel End Front Non-Drive Steer Axle

Figure 1.1

MFS-08-113 (QUADRAULICTM DISC BRAKE)

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19

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10

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3

4004241a

Item

Description

Item

Description

Capscrew and Flat Washer

12

Inner Wheel Bearing

Hubcap

13

Grease Seal

Gasket

14

Brake Rotor

Outer Wheel Bearing Jam Nut

15

Capscrew and Washer

Tabbed Lock Washer

16

Capscrew and Washer

Pierced Lock Ring with Keyway Tab

17

Backing Plate

Outer Wheel Bearing Adjusting Nut

18

ABS Sensor

Outer Wheel Bearing

19

Torque Plate

Outer Race

20

Quadraulic Disc Brake Caliper Assembly

10

Hub

21

Knuckle

11

Inner Race

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Conventional MFS Series Wheel End Front Non-Drive Steer Axle

Figure 1.2

MFS-12-122 (Q PLUSTM CAM BRAKE)

18

17

14
13

11
12

10

15
16

4004348a

Item

Description

Item

Description

Brake Drum

16

Backing Plate

Capscrew and Flat Washer

17

Spindle

Hubcap

18

Knuckle

Gasket

Outer Wheel Bearing Jam Nut

D-Style Lock Washer

D-Style Pierced Lock Ring

Outer Wheel Bearing Adjusting Nut

Outer Wheel Bearing

10

Outer Race

11

Hub

12

Inner Race

13

Inner Wheel Bearing

14

Grease Seal

15

Q Plus Cam Brake Assembly

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1 Exploded Views

Conventional MFS Series Wheel End Front Non-Drive Steer Axle

Figure 1.3

MFS-06-162 (REACTION BEAM B-FRAME DISC BRAKE)

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21
14

19

13
12
11

20

16

7
6

17

15

10

1
4004347a

Item

Description

Item

Description

Capscrew and Flat Washer

14

Hub

Hubcap

15

Capscrew and Washer

Gasket

16

Capscrew and Washer

Outer Wheel Bearing Jam Nut

17

Backing Plate

Tabbed Lock Washer

18

Reaction Beam Disc Brake Assembly

Pierced Lock Ring with Keyway Tab

19

Spindle

Outer Wheel Bearing Adjusting Nut

20

Integral Steering Arm

Outer Wheel Bearing

21

ABS Sensor

Outer Race

10

Hub

11

Inner Race

12

Inner Wheel Bearing

13

Grease Seal

Meritor Maintenance Manual MM-0409 (Revised 04-13)

1 Exploded Views

Conventional MS and RS Series Wheel End Rear Drive Axle

Figure 1.4

MS-12-113 (REACTION BEAM B-FRAME DISC BRAKE)

16

18

19

14
13
12
10
15
4

1
11
17
9
8
7
6
5
3
2
4004242a

Item

Description

Item

Description

Capscrew

13

Inner Wheel Bearing

Axle Shaft

14

Oil Seal

RTV Gasket Material

15

Spindle

Capscrew and Washer

16

Reaction Beam Brake Caliper Assembly

Outer Wheel Bearing Jam Nut

17

Backing Plate

Tabbed Lock Washer

18

Integral Caliper Bracket

Outer Wheel Bearing Adjusting Nut

19

ABS Sensor

Outer Wheel Bearing

Outer Race

10

Hub

11

Disc Brake Rotor

12

Inner Race

Meritor Maintenance Manual MM-0409 (Revised 04-13)

1 Exploded Views

Conventional MS and RS Series Wheel End Rear Drive Axle

Figure 1.5

RS-19-145 AND RS-13-120 (QUADRAULICTM DISC BRAKE)

18

16

19

12

11

17
15

14
13
2

20
10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
4004249a

Item

Description

Item

Description

Nut and Star Lock Washer

13

Inner Race

Tapered Dowel

14

Inner Wheel Bearing

Axle Shaft

15

Oil Seal

Gasket

16

Reaction Beam Caliper Assembly

Outer Wheel Bearing Jam Nut

17

Spindle

Tabbed Lock Washer

18

ABS Sensor

Pierced Lock Ring with Keyway Tab

19

Knuckle

Outer Wheel Bearing Adjusting Nut

20

Backing Plate

Outer Wheel Bearing

10

Outer Race

11

Hub

12

Disc Brake Rotor

Meritor Maintenance Manual MM-0409 (Revised 04-13)

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Conventional MS and RS Series Wheel End Rear Drive Axle

Figure 1.6

RS-21-145 (Q PLUSTM CAM BRAKE)

17

13
16
15

12
14

18
11

10
9

8
7
6
5

4004350a

Item

Description

Item

Description

Brake Drum

15

Inner Wheel Bearing

Nut and Star Lock Washer

16

Oil Seal

Tapered Dowel

17

Spindle

Axle Shaft

18

Backing Plate

Gasket

Outer Wheel Bearing Jam Nut

Tabbed Lock Washer

Pierced Lock Ring with Keyway Tab

Outer Wheel Bearing Adjusting Nut

10

Outer Wheel Bearing

11

Outer Race

12

Hub

13

Q Plus Cam Brake Assembly

14

Inner Race

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PreSet Hub MC Series Tag Axle with DiscPlus Brakes
Figure 1.7

10
12
8
7

11
6
5

3
2
4
1
4006160a

Item

Description

Capscrew

Hubcap

PRO-TORQ Spindle Nut

Rotor-to-Hub Capscrew

Wheel Stud

PreSet Hub

Rotor

DiscPlus Brake

Torque Plate-to-Spindle Capscrew

10

Torque Plate-to-Caliper Capscrew

11

Torque Plate

12

Spindle

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Conventional or PreSet Hub FL, FG, MFS Series Front Axle with DiscPlus Brakes
Figure 1.8

14
11

15

13

10

17

16
8
3

5 6

2
12

4006161a

Item

Description

Capscrew

Hubcap

Outer Nut

Lock Washer

Lock Ring

Inner Nut

Conventional or PreSet Hub

Wheel Stud

Rotor-to-Hub Capscrew

10

Rotor

11

DiscPlus Brake

12

Torque Plate-to-Knuckle Capscrew

13

Torque Plate

14

Torque Plate-to-Caliper Capscrew

15

Knuckle

16

Nut

17

PRO-TORQ Nut for PreSet Hub

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PreSet Hub Rear Drive Axle with DiscPlus Brakes
Figure 1.9

13
12
11

8
7

4
5
3

10
9

4006162a

Item

Description

Nut

Axle Shaft

PRO-TORQ Spindle Nut

PreSet Hub

Wheel Stud

Hub-to-Rotor Capscrew

Rotor

DiscPlus Brake

Torque Plate-to-Spindle Capscrew

10

Torque Plate

11

Torque Plate-to-Caliper Capscrew

12

Spindle

13

Nut

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Unitized Wheel End FH Series Front Tag Axle with DiscPlus Brakes
Figure 1.10

13

14

10
9
6

15

5
3
4

11

12

4006158a

Item

Description

Wheel Adapter Capscrew

Inspection Plug

Wheel Adapter

Wheel Stud

Rotor

Keeper

PRO-TORQ Spindle Nut

Thick Washer

Unitized Hub Bearing

10

DiscPlus Brake Assembly

11

Torque Plate-to-Spindle Capscrew

12

Torque Plate

13

Torque Plate-to-Brake Caliper Capscrew

14

FH Series Knuckle

15

Nut

10

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Unitized Wheel End MC Series Tag Axle with DiscPlus Brakes

Figure 1.11

13

14

10
9

8
5

11

12

6
4006159a

Item

Description

Wheel Adapter Capscrew

Inspection Plug

Wheel Adapter

Wheel Stud

Rotor

Spindle Nut

Lock Washer

Thick Washer

Unitized Hub Bearing

10

DiscPlus Brake Assembly

11

Torque Plate-to-Spindle Capscrew

12

Torque Plate

13

Torque Plate-to-Brake Caliper Capscrew

14

Spindle

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2 Introduction

Hazard Alert Messages

2 Introduction

Read and observe all Warning and Caution hazard alert messages in
this publication. They provide information that can help prevent
serious personal injury, damage to components, or both.

Reference

Document Title

MM-2075

Four-Piston Quadraulic Disc Brake Caliper

MM-0467

DiscPlus EX225 Air Disc Brake

Description

WARNING
To prevent serious eye injury, always wear safe eye protection
when you perform vehicle maintenance or service.
Park the vehicle on a level surface. Block the wheels to
prevent the vehicle from moving. Support the vehicle with
safety stands. Do not work under a vehicle only supported by
jacks. Jacks can slip or fall over. Serious personal injury and
damage to components can result.

Technical Publications
Additional reference documentation is required to perform the
various wheel-end service and maintenance procedures contained
within this manual. Refer to the publications in Table A. To obtain
these publications, refer to the Service Notes page on the front
inside cover of this manual.

Conventional Wheel-End Components

The descriptions and procedures contained in this maintenance
manual are applicable to the Meritor front non-drive steer, tag and
rear drive axle wheel-end components.
Conventional wheel ends have the hub, seal, lubricant and bearings
installed onto the axle spindle as separate components. Figure 2.1.
These bearings and seals require periodic inspections and
lubrication to maintain performance.
Figure 2.1

INNER
LUBRICANT
BEARING CUP
OUTER
INNER
BEARING CUP
BEARING CONE

Table A: Publications
Reference

Document Title

MM1

Preventive Maintenance and Lubrication

MM2

Front Non-Drive Steer Axle

MM5A

Single Reduction Rear Differential Carrier

MM23

Bus and Coach Front Axles

Pneumatic ABS
MM-0112

E-Version ABS for Trucks, Tractors and Buses

MM30

D-Version ABS for Trucks, Tractors and Buses

MM28

C-Version ABS for Trucks, Tractors and Buses

OUTER
BEARING CONE

HUB

OIL
SEAL AXLE
SPINDLE
1003333a

Figure 2.1

The front non-drive axle wheel bearings, and related components,

are grease-lubricated. Figure 2.2.
Figure 2.2

Hydraulic ABS
MM38

C-Version HABS for Medium Duty-Trucks,

Buses and Motor Home Chassis

MM39

D-Version HABS for Medium-Duty Trucks,

Buses and Motor Home Chassis

TYPICAL GREASE-LUBRICATED WHEEL BEARINGS

LUBE

Brakes
MM4

Q Plus Cam Brake

MM-0328

Reaction Beam Hydraulic Disc Brake Caliper

Assembly

12

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1003337a
Figure 2.2

2 Introduction

The rear drive axle wheel bearings, and related components, are
oil-lubricated. Lubrication of these components occurs as fluid is
circulated from the differential carrier or housing oil fill bowl out to
the hub and wheel bearings and then back to the carrier or housing.
Figure 2.3.
Figure 2.3

TYPICAL OIL-LUBRICATED WHEEL BEARINGS

402155a

OIL RESERVOIR
Figure 2.3

Unitized Wheel-End Components

Certain Meritor FH Series front and tag axle, and MC Series rear
drive axle models are equipped with unitized wheel ends.
Unitized wheel-end components include a wheel adapter, rotor and
unitized hub bearing mounted to a knuckle or spindle. There are two
different spindle nut designs used on unitized wheel ends, double
nut pack and PRO-TORQ nut. They are different and not
interchangeable. Figure 2.4, Figure 2.5 and Figure 2.6.
Wheel ends with unitized hub bearings are sealed and greased for
life and do not require lubrication. These unitized wheel ends require
periodic inspections to maintain performance.

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2 Introduction

Figure 2.4

DiscPlus
BRAKE
ASSEMBLY

TORQUE PLATE-TO-BRAKE
CALIPER CAPSCREW

FH SERIES
KNUCKLE
NUT

THICK
WASHER
ROTOR
KEEPER
WHEEL
ADAPTER

WHEEL
STUD

TORQUE PLATE-TOSPINDLE CAPSCREW

TORQUE
PLATE

UNITIZED HUB
BEARING
PRO-TORQ
SPINDLE NUT
INSPECTION
PLUG
WHEEL
ADAPTER
CAPSCREW

4006158c

Figure 2.4

Figure 2.5

Figure 2.6

NUT

D LOCK
WASHER

SINGLE TAB

FLAT
ADJUSTING
NUT
ARMS
JAM NUT

KEEPER

PRO-TORQ NUT

4005542a

DOUBLE NUT PACK

4005543a
Figure 2.5

Figure 2.6

Identification
Front and Rear Axle Wheel Ends
The axle build information and assembly date for Meritor front
non-drive steer and rear drive axles is on the axle identification tag.
Figure 2.7 and Figure 2.8.

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The identification tag is fastened to the center of the beam at the

front surface. The axle assembly date is located in either the lower
right-hand or left-hand corner of the tag.
The Julian method is used to indicate the axle assembly date and is
shown in Figure 2.7. The first two digits indicate the year, and the
last three digits indicate the day of the year.

Figure 2.8

AXLE IDENTIFICATION TAG INFORMATION

Model No. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Customer No. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Serial No. . . . . . . . .
Ratio . . . . . . . . . . . .

Plant . . . . . . . .

In the following example, 01 is the year 2001 and 327 refers to

November 22.
To identify the model number, refer to the identification plate on the
front of the beam. Use the complete model number to obtain parts.
Figure 2.7

VIEW OF AXLE BEAM

FACING VEHICLE

IDENTIFICATION TAG
LOCATION OF THE IDENTIFICATION TAG, OR STAMP
NUMBER, FOR THE AXLES. LOCATION IS
DETERMINED FROM THE LEFT DRIVER SIDE
LOOKING TOWARD THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE.
A

B
MODEL AND
SPECIFICATION
NUMBER

CUSTOMER
NUMBER

A FRONT ENGINE DRIVE RIGHT REAR, NEXT

TO COVER
B REAR ENGINE DRIVE LEFT OR RIGHT REAR,
NEXT TO DRIVE UNIT
1002704c
Figure 2.8

MODEL MFS-12-143A-N
CUSTOMER NO 01X21A62
ASSY PLANT & SERIAL NO AVF 9521109
DATE 01327

AXLE
ASSEMBLY
DATE

TAG
EXAMPLE

AXLE ASSEMBLY
PLANT AND
SERIAL NUMBER
1000319d

Figure 2.7

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Hazard Alert Messages

3 Inspection

Read and observe all Warning and Caution hazard alert messages in
this publication. They provide information that can help prevent
serious personal injury, damage to components, or both.

WARNING

You must perform detailed and basic inspections at the following

intervals. In addition to scheduled preventive maintenance, if driver
reports indicate the ABS light has been coming on, and ABS
diagnostics indicate the sensor gap is out of adjustment, check for
possible wheel end looseness as the cause.

Detailed Inspections

To prevent serious eye injury, always wear safe eye protection

when you perform vehicle maintenance or service.

After the initial 100,000 miles (160 900 km) of operation or one
year, whichever comes first

Park the vehicle on a level surface. Block the wheels to

prevent the vehicle from moving. Support the vehicle with
safety stands. Do not work under a vehicle supported only by
jacks. Jacks can slip and fall over. Serious personal injury and
damage to components can result.

After every additional 100,000 miles (160 900 km) of operation

or one year, whichever comes first

Release all air from the air suspension system before you raise
the vehicle or remove any components. Pressurized air can
cause serious personal injury.

Meritor recommends the following guidelines for replacing unitized

wheel-end bearings.

Verify that all personnel are clear of the vehicle before you
inflate or deflate the air springs. The air suspension system
has various pinch points that can cause serious personal
injury.
Use a brass or synthetic mallet for assembly and disassembly
procedures. Do not hit steel parts with a steel hammer. Pieces
of a part can break off. Serious personal injury and damage to
components can result.

ABS Warning Signal

Inspect the wheel end for smooth rotation, movement and bearing
end play if a driver reports that an ABS light has been coming on
and ABS diagnostics indicates excessive sensor gap.

Inspection
Unitized Wheel End
These procedures apply to bus and coach FH Series front and tag
axles, and MC Series tag axles equipped with unitized wheel ends.

WARNING

Unitized Wheel-End Bearing Replacement (North

America Applications Only)

Replace the bearings at 500,000 miles (804 682 km) or after

five years of service, whichever comes first. This is to help
ensure maximum bearing reliability while the vehicle is in
service.
Replace all unitized wheel end bearings that are exposed to
extreme temperatures during operation. High temperatures can
result from brake drag, which can cause excessive brake pad
and rotor wear, and possible heat checking on the rotor.

Unitized Wheel-End Bearing Monitoring Using

Wheel-End Monitor Units
Meritor recommends the use of wheel-end monitor units. A unit is
mounted onto the outboard side of each unitized wheel end and
continuously monitors bearing vibration changes. Figure 3.1.
A green light indicates the bearing is in good condition, a red light
indicates a potential bearing problem, and a blinking red light
signals that the bearing needs to be replaced at the next service
interval.
Figure 3.1

CORRECTLY
INSTALLED
WHEEL END
MONITOR

RE

TI

The unitized wheel end is sealed and greased for life and does
not require lubrication. If you disassemble, or attempt to repair
or lubricate a unitized wheel-end assembly, you will void the
Meritor warranty.
Unitized wheel ends are not adjustable.
4009915a

Do not attempt to set or adjust the end play.

Figure 3.1

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How to Obtain Wheel-End Monitor Units and Additional

Information

While rotating the wheel, grasp the brake chamber to feel for
unitized wheel-end hub vibration.

Wheel-end monitor units, and installation and operating instructions

can be obtained through the OEM.

Recheck the torque on the wheel adapter bolts every 30,000

miles (48 280 km), or sooner.

If the tire and unitized wheel-end assembly does not

rotate smoothly, or you hear noise such as wheel
bearing grind or feel wheel-end hub vibration during
rotation: Replace the unitized wheel-end hub. Refer to
Section 4, Disassembly; and Section 6, Assembly, for the
procedures.

Refer to the procedure in this section.

If the wheel end rotates smoothly: Proceed to Step 5.

Wheel Adapter Fasteners Inspection

Unitized Wheel-End Bearings Basic Inspections

Perform basic inspections between detailed inspections but not
to exceed 30,000 miles (48 280 km) or six months of operation,
whichever comes first.
For vehicles operating on rough terrains, such as gravel roads,
for significant periods, the basic inspection interval should be
reduced to 20,000 miles (32 187 km).

Basic Inspection
1.

Park the vehicle on a level surface. Block the rear wheels to

prevent the vehicle from moving.

2.

Raise the vehicle so that the inspected axle is off the ground.
Support the vehicle with safety stands. Do not use a jack to
support the vehicle.

3.

Back off the brake caliper until the rotor is clear from the pad
linings about 1/16-inch (1.588 mm) gap or more. Refer to
Maintenance Manual MM-0467, DiscPlus EX225 Air Disc
Brake, for more information about EX225 disc brake inspection
and adjustment. To obtain this publication, refer to the Service
Notes page on the front inside cover of this manual.

4.

Visually inspect the unitized wheel end as you rotate the tire.
Verify that it rotates smoothly and without noise.

5.

Grasp the tire and wheel-end assembly at the nine and three
oclock positions. Check for vertical and horizontal movement.
With your hands, apply approximately 50 lb (23 kg) of force to
the assembly. You should not feel or see any looseness or
movement.
If you feel or see any movement or looseness in the
tire and wheel-end assembly: Perform more inspections
to determine the cause of the movement. Check for worn
king pin bushings or pins; wheel-to-hub-mounting end
play; unitized hub bearing end play; or a combination of
them all. To determine unitized hub bearing end play, refer
to the detailed inspection procedure in this section.

If a clicking sound is detected during rotation: This

does not necessarily indicate a hub problem. The clicking
noises may emanate from ABS sensor to tooth wheel
contact or the brake pads being loose. If necessary, the
ABS sensor can be temporarily backed out of position to
better determine the noise source.

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Wheel-to-Hub Mounting
Before proceeding with the detailed inspection, first check the
wheel-to-hub mounting.
1.

Verify that the wheel is mounted correctly and all wheel-end

fasteners and hardware are tightened to the correct
specification. Figure 3.2.

Figure 3.2

DiscPlus
BRAKE
ASSEMBLY

TORQUE PLATE-TO-BRAKE
CALIPER CAPSCREW

FH SERIES
KNUCKLE
NUT

THICK
WASHER
ROTOR
KEEPER
WHEEL
ADAPTER

WHEEL
STUD

TORQUE PLATE-TOSPINDLE CAPSCREW

TORQUE
PLATE

UNITIZED HUB
BEARING
PRO-TORQ
SPINDLE NUT
INSPECTION
PLUG
WHEEL
ADAPTER
CAPSCREW

4006158c

Figure 3.2

2.

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Grasp the tire and wheel-end assembly at the nine and three
oclock positions. Check for vertical and horizontal movement.
With your hands, apply approximately 50 lb (23 kg) of force to
the assembly. You should not feel or see any looseness or
movement.

If applying the service brake eliminates movement or

looseness: Proceed to the detailed inspection procedures
to determine the unitized hub bearing end play.

Wheel Adapter Fasteners Inspection

If you detect movement or looseness on a tag axle:

Proceed to the Detailed Inspection.

1.

Park the vehicle on a level surface. Block the wheels to prevent

the vehicle from moving. Set the parking brake.

If you detect movement or looseness on a front axle:

Inspect the king pin, bushings and seals for wear, leakage
or damage. Refer to the procedures in Maintenance Manual
23, Bus and Coach Front Axles. To obtain this publication,
refer to the Service Notes page on the front inside cover of
this manual.

2.

Using a calibrated torque wrench, tighten the wheel adapter

bolts in a star pattern to 275 25 lb-ft (373 34 Nm). Repeat
to ensure consistent torques. @

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NOTE: It is important that the torque on the wheel adapter

bolts be rechecked every 30,000 miles (48 280 km), or sooner.

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Detailed Inspection
1.

Park the vehicle on a level surface. Block the rear wheels to

prevent the vehicle from moving.

2.

Raise the vehicle so that the inspected axle is off the ground.
Support the vehicle with safety stands. Do not use a jack to
support the vehicle.

3.

Back off the brake caliper until the rotor is clear from the pad
linings about 1/16-inch (1.588 mm) gap or more. Refer to
Maintenance Manual MM-0467, DiscPlus EX225 Air Disc
Brake, for more information about EX225 disc brake inspection
and adjustment. To obtain this publication, refer to the Service
Notes page on the front inside cover of this manual.

4.

Verify that the unitized wheel end rotates smoothly and without
noise.

Figure 3.3

LOCKING
SET SCREW

DIAL
INDICATOR
4005544a
Figure 3.3

7.

If a clicking sound is detected during rotation, this does not

necessarily indicate a hub problem. The clicking noises may
emanate from ABS sensor to tooth wheel contact or the brake
pads being loose. If necessary, the ABS sensor can be
temporarily backed out of position to better determine the
noise source.

If the total movement of the dial indicator is

0-0.002-inch (0.05 mm): The inspection is complete. Go
to Step 8.
If the total movement of the dial indicator is greater
than 0.002-inch (0.05 mm) but less than 0.004-inch
(0.1 mm): Check and retighten the spindle nut to
specifications. Set the dial indicator to ZERO and measure
the end play again. Take at least two readings and record
the measurement in a maintenance log. Perform another
detailed inspection at the next regularly-scheduled
maintenance interval, or up to 50,000 miles (80 467 km),
whichever comes first.

If the tire and unitized wheel end assembly does not

rotate smoothly, or you hear noise such as wheel
bearing grind or feel wheel-end hub vibration during
rotation: Replace the unitized hub bearing. Inspect the
unitized hub bearing before installing it. Refer to the new
hub inspection procedure in Section 6.
If the wheel end rotates smoothly: Proceed to Step 5.

6.

Use a 5/16-inch drive tool to remove the pipe plug at the

center of the wheel adapter. Install and tighten the adapter
fitting into the hole. Refer to Figure 11.10 in Section 11.
Attach the dial indicator. Loosen the locking set screw and
slowly slide the dial indicator through the fitting hole. Position
the dial indicator against the hub face and tighten the locking
set screw as the needle starts moving. Set the dial indicator to
ZERO. Do not rotate the wheel end. Figure 3.3.

Place your hands on the wheel hub at the nine and three
oclock positions. Push the wheel end straight IN. Note the
reading. Then pull the wheel end straight OUT. Note the
reading. The difference between the first and second readings
in the total bearing end play.
Take at least two readings to obtain a correct end play
measurement.

While rotating the wheel, grasp the brake chamber to feel for
unitized wheel-end hub vibration.

5.

INDICATOR
ADAPTER
FITTING

If the total movement of the dial indicator is equal to or

greater than 0.004-inch (0.1 mm): Replace the unitized
hub bearing as soon as possible. The unitized hub bearing
may not be safe to operate. Refer to Section 6.
8.

Remove the dial indicator and adapter fitting.

9.

Apply a thin coat of sealant to the pipe plug threads. Install it

into the wheel adapter and tighten it to a minimum of 15 lb-ft
(20.34 Nm). @

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PreSet Wheel Hub Assemblies

If You Find Any of the Conditions Listed Above

ConMet PreSet hubs are the same as conventional wheel bearing

hubs except that all PreSet hubs come complete with pre-installed
bearings, cups, cones and oil seals. These hubs have a precision
tubular spacer between the bearings which eliminates the need for
manual bearing adjustment.

1.

Place the vehicle out-of-service.

2.

Repair the vehicle as necessary before returning the vehicle to

service.

The ConMet PreSet hubs are currently used on Meritor bus and
coach MC12, FG952 tag and RC rear drive axles.
Refer to the ConMet Service Manual for PreSet Hub Assemblies
for inspection, preventive maintenance and service procedures. To
obtain this publication, refer to the Service Notes page on the front
inside cover of this manual.

Inspection Guidelines
NOTE: Operating temperature can be checked as the vehicle enters
the service area following a normal run. If the hub is running in
excess of 150F above the ambient temperature in normal
operating conditions, service is required.
There are three levels of inspection criteria for PreSet hub
assemblies. Follow this schedule of inspection and maintenance for
PreSet hub assemblies.
Driver pre-trip
In conjunction with preventive maintenance schedule
Every 12 months or 100,000 miles (whichever comes first)

Perform a Pre-Trip Visual Inspection

Each time before operating a vehicle on the road, perform this
pre-trip inspection.
1.

Park the vehicle on a level surface. Set the parking brake.

2.

Walk around the vehicle and visually inspect each wheel

assembly for the following conditions.

In Conjunction with Preventive Maintenance

Schedule
Wheel end inspections should be conducted during any routine
preventive maintenance on the vehicle.
1.

Check all items listed in the driver pre-trip visual inspection.

2.

Lift and support the axle and rotate the wheel. Check that the
wheel rotates freely. Listen and feel for any signs of rough
bearing operation or vibration.

3.

On oil-lubricated steer and trailer hubs, place a magnet

through the hubcap fill plug into the lubricant. Check for any
signs of metal picked up by the magnet.

4.

Push and pull on top of the tire or use a pry bar to lift the
bottom of the tire to check for loose bearings or chucking.
If any of these conditions are found, the vehicle should be
placed out of service until the item can be repaired.

Every 12 Months or 100,000 Miles

(Whichever Occurs First)
WARNING
Park the vehicle on a level surface. Block the wheels to
prevent the vehicle from moving. Support the vehicle with
safety stands. Do not work under a vehicle supported only by
jacks. Jacks can slip and fall over. Serious personal injury and
damage to components can result.
1.

Wear safe eye protection.

2.

Park the vehicle on a level surface. Block the wheels to prevent

the vehicle from moving.

Loose, damaged or missing hubcaps

3.

Raise the axle until the tires are off the floor.

Oil leaks at hubcap, axle flange gasket or fill plug

4.

Place safety stands under the trailer frame or under each axle
spring seat. Figure 3.4.

Loose, damaged or missing fasteners

Lubricant on the hub, brake components or inside of wheel

and tire
Insufficient oil level and poor oil condition

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2.

Figure 3.4

Check that no lubricant is present on the hub, brake hardware

or brake shoes.
If lubricant is present: Check the inboard seal and replace
as necessary.

Inspect for Correct Lubricant Level and Condition

4003159a

1.

Allow any air in the lubricant to escape prior to inspection.

Visually inspect the lubricant for discoloration. Under normal
conditions, the lubricant will darken. A white or milky
appearance indicates water contamination.

2.

Visually inspect the lubricant for foreign materials such as

metal shavings, rust or other contaminants. A magnet can be
used to detect any metallic materials that may be present in
the lubricant.

Figure 3.4

5.

Remove the tire and wheel assembly using procedures

specified by the wheel manufacturer. Figure 3.5.

If the inspection indicates contamination: Service the

wheel hub according to the instructions outlined in the
ConMet Service Manual for PreSet Hub Assemblies. To
obtain this publication, refer to the Service Notes page on
the front inside cover of this manual.

Figure 3.5

CAUTION
Do not mix different types of lubricants. Only use lubricants
approved by the seal manufacturer. Damage to components
can result.
3.

4003160a
Figure 3.5

On wheel ends filled with semi-fluid grease, remove the

hubcap and verify that sufficient grease is flowing through the
bearing rollers and that the ends of the bearing are lubricated.
Check to be sure there are no signs of contamination present.
If additional grease is required: Use the fill hole in the
barrel of the hub to add additional grease until grease flows
from the outboard bearing.

Inspect Components
Check for the following conditions.
Loose, damaged or missing fasteners
Loose, damaged or missing hubcaps

Inspect for Leaks

1.

Check that no lubricant is present around the hubcap or on the

wheel.

CAUTION
Use caution not to overfill the hub as it could lead to incorrect
venting and seal leaks. Damage to components can result.

Functional Checks
Rotate the hub and check for free, smooth and quiet rotation. If
rotation is hampered, PreSet hubs should be serviced immediately.

If lubricant is present: Investigate the cause and take

corrective action.

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Check End Play

WARNING
Always install a new spacer before you adjust or retighten the
spindle nut. If you do not install a new spacer, the wheel
bearings can become damaged, which can cause the wheels
to loosen and separate from the vehicle. Serious personal
injury and damage to components can result.
If you find the spindle nut is loose when you attempt to remove
a PreSet hub, you must discard the old spacer and replace it
with a new spacer before you reinstall the PreSet hub and
tighten the spindle nut. If you do not install a new spacer, the
wheel bearings can become damaged, which can cause the
wheels to loosen and separate from the vehicle. Serious
personal injury and damage to components can result.
1.

Remove the hubcap or drive axle shaft. Use an appropriate

container to catch the lubricant. Attach the magnetic base of
the dial indicator to the spindle. Touch the dial indicator stem to
the hubcap mounting surface. Figure 3.6.

Figure 3.6

4005735a
Figure 3.6

2.

Grasp two wheel studs across from each other. Pull and push
while oscillating the hub.

3.

Measure the end play by calculating the difference between

the minimum and maximum dial indicator readings.
If the end play measurement does NOT exceed
0.006-inch (0.15 mm): No additional service is necessary.
Do not adjust or retighten the spindle nut.

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If end play measurement exceeds 0.006-inch

(0.15 mm): Service the hub. Refer to the ConMet Service
Manual for PreSet Hub Assemblies. To obtain this
publication, refer to the Service Notes page on the front
inside cover of this manual.

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Hazard Alert Messages

Removal

Read and observe all Warning and Caution hazard alert messages in
this publication. They provide information that can help prevent
serious personal injury, damage to components, or both.

MFS Series Wheel End Front Non-Drive

Steer Axle

4 Disassembly

WARNING
To prevent serious eye injury, always wear safe eye protection
when you perform vehicle maintenance or service.

Model MFS-08-113 Quadraulic Disc Brake

Figure 4.1

MFS-08-113 (QUADRAULICTM DISC BRAKE)

Park the vehicle on a level surface. Block the wheels to

prevent the vehicle from moving. Support the vehicle with
safety stands. Do not work under a vehicle supported only by
jacks. Jacks can slip and fall over. Serious personal injury and
damage to components can result.

GREASE INNER
SEAL WHEEL
BEARING
HUB

INNER
RACE

CAPSCREW
AND FLAT
WASHER

Release all air from the air suspension system before you raise
the vehicle or remove any components. Pressurized air can
cause serious personal injury.

GASKET

Verify that all personnel are clear of the vehicle before you
inflate or deflate the air springs. The air suspension system
has various pinch points that can cause serious personal
injury.

OUTER RACE
OUTER WHEEL
BEARING
ADJUSTING
NUT

Use a brass or synthetic mallet for assembly and disassembly

procedures. Do not hit steel parts with a steel hammer. Pieces
of a part can break off. Serious personal injury and damage to
components can result.

LOCK
RING

JAM

LOCK NUT
HUBCAP
WASHER
4004356a

Figure 4.1

1.

Park the vehicle on a level surface. Block the wheels to prevent

the vehicle from moving. Set the parking brake.

2.

Raise the front of the vehicle until the front wheels are off the
ground. Support the vehicle with safety stands.

3.

Remove the tire and wheel assembly.

4.

Remove the four fasteners securing the Quadraulic disc

brake caliper assembly to the torque plate.

5.

Remove the caliper assembly from the torque plate.

6.

Remove the four fasteners securing the hubcap to the hub.

Remove the hubcap and gasket.

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7.

Remove the fastening hardware securing the wheel bearings.

A.

Bend the tabs of the tabbed lock washer away from the
outer wheel bearing jam nut.

Model MFS-06-162 Reaction Beam (B-Frame)

Disc Brake
Figure 4.2

B.

8.

9.

Remove the outer wheel bearing jam nut, the tabbed lock
washer, the pierced lock ring with keyway tab and the
outer wheel bearing adjusting nut from the spindle.

MFS-06-162
(REACTION BEAM B-FRAME DISC BRAKE)
GREASE
SEAL INNER
WHEEL
BEARING

Carefully rock the hub from side-to-side to free the outer wheel
bearing. Remove the outer wheel bearing. Remove the hub and
rotor assembly.

INNER
RACE

OUTER
RACE OUTER
WHEEL
BEARING
ADJUSTING
NUT
LOCK
RING
LOCK
WASHER

Using a seal puller, remove the inner wheel bearing grease seal
from the hub. Discard the seal.

10. Remove the inner wheel bearing.

11. Inspect the bearings, races and spindle for signs of damage.
Refer to Section 5.

JAM
NUT

NOTE: Worn or damaged wheel-end components must be replaced

as a set.

HUB
GASKET
HUB
CAP

12. If damage to either race is observed, tap out the inner and
outer races with a brass drift and discard.

CAPSCREW
AND FLAT
WASHER

13. Use the correct cleaning solution to remove the old lubricant
from all parts. Refer to Section 5.

4004359a
Figure 4.2

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1.

Park the vehicle on a level surface. Block the wheels to prevent

the vehicle from moving. Set the parking brake.

2.

Raise the front of the vehicle until the front wheels are off the
ground. Support the vehicle with safety stands.

3.

Remove the tire and wheel assembly.

4.

Remove the four fasteners securing the reaction beam disc

brake caliper assembly to the integral torque plate.

5.

Remove the caliper assembly from the torque plate.

6.

Remove the four fasteners securing the hubcap to the hub.

Remove the hubcap and gasket.

7.

Remove the fastening hardware securing the wheel bearings.

A.

Bend the tabs of the tabbed lock washer away from the
outer wheel bearing jam nut.

B.

Remove the outer wheel bearing jam nut, the tabbed lock
washer, the pierced lock ring with keyway tab and the
outer wheel bearing adjusting nut from the spindle.

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8.

Carefully rock the hub from side-to-side to free the outer wheel
bearing. Remove the outer wheel bearing. Remove the hub and
rotor assembly.

9.

Using a seal puller, remove the inner wheel bearing grease seal
from the hub. Discard the seal.

10. Remove the inner wheel bearing.

11. Inspect the bearings, races and spindle for signs of damage.
Refer to Section 5.
NOTE: Worn or damaged wheel-end components must be replaced
as a set.

1.

Park the vehicle on a level surface. Block the wheels to prevent

the vehicle from moving. Set the parking brake.

2.

Raise the front of the vehicle until the front wheels are off the
ground. Support the vehicle with safety stands.

3.

Remove the tire and wheel assembly.

4.

Remove the brake drum.

5.

Remove the six fasteners securing the hubcap to the hub.

Remove the hubcap and gasket.

6.

Remove the fastening hardware securing the wheel bearings.

12. If damage to either race is observed, tap out the inner and
outer races with a brass drift and discard.
13. Use the correct cleaning solution to remove the old lubricant
from all parts. Refer to Section 5.

MFS-12-122 Q Plus Cam Brake

A.

Bend the D-style lock washer away from the outer wheel
bearing jam nut.

B.

Remove the outer wheel bearing jam nut, the D-style lock
washer, the pierced D-style lock ring and the outer wheel
bearing adjusting nut from the spindle.

7.

Carefully rock the hub from side-to-side to free the outer wheel
bearing. Remove the outer wheel bearing. Remove the hub
assembly.

8.

Using a seal puller, remove the inner wheel bearing grease seal
from the hub. Discard the seal.

9.

Remove the inner wheel bearing.

Figure 4.3

MFS-12-122 (Q PLUSTM CAM BRAKE)

GREASE
SEAL INNER
WHEEL
BEARING
INNER
RACE

OUTER OUTER
RACE WHEEL
BEARING
ADJUSTING
NUT
D-STYLE
LOCK
RING
D-STYLE
LOCK
WASHER
JAM
NUT

10. Inspect the bearings, races and spindle for signs of damage.
Refer to Section 5.
NOTE: Worn or damaged wheel-end components must be replaced
as a set.
11. If damage to either race is observed, tap out the inner and
outer races with a brass drift and discard.
12. Use the correct cleaning solution to remove the old lubricant
from all parts. Refer to Section 5.

HUB
GASKET
HUB
CAP
CAPSCREW
AND FLAT
WASHER
4004360a
Figure 4.3

NOTE: It is not necessary to remove the brake shoes and backing

plate to perform a wheel-end component inspection.

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MS and RS Series Wheel End Rear Drive

Axle
MS-12-113 Reaction Beam (B-Frame) Disc Brake

8.

Carefully rock the hub from side-to-side to free the outer wheel
bearing. Remove the outer wheel bearing. Remove the hub and
rotor assembly.

9.

Using a seal puller, remove the inner wheel bearing oil seal
from the hub. Discard the seal.

Figure 4.4

MS-12-113
(REACTION BEAM B-FRAME DISC BRAKE)
OIL
SEAL INNER
WHEEL
BEARING
INNER
RACE

10. Remove the inner wheel bearing.

11. Inspect the bearings, races and spindle for signs of damage.
Refer to Section 5.
NOTE: Worn or damaged wheel-end components must be replaced
as a set.

HUB

12. If damage to either race is observed, tap out the inner and
outer races with a brass drift and discard.
CAPSCREW

RS-19-145 Quadraulic Disc Brake

OUTER
RACE
OUTER WHEEL
BEARING
ADJUSTING
NUT

13. Use the correct cleaning solution to remove the old lubricant
from all parts. Refer to Section 5.

Figure 4.5

JAM
LOCK NUT
RTV
WASHER
AXLE
GASKET
MATERIAL FLANGE

RS-19-145 AND RS-13-120

(QUADRAULICTM DISC BRAKE)
OIL
INNER
SEAL WHEEL
BEARING

4004357a

INNER
RACE

Figure 4.4

1.

Park the vehicle on a level surface. Block the wheels to prevent

the vehicle from moving. Set the parking brake.

2.

Raise the vehicle until the wheels are off the ground. Support
the vehicle with safety stands.

3.

Remove the tire and wheel assembly.

4.

Remove the four fasteners securing the reaction beam disc

brake caliper assembly to the torque plate.

5.

Remove the caliper assembly from the knuckle.

6.

Remove the eight fasteners securing the axle shaft to the hub.
Remove the axle shaft.

7.

B.

Bend back the tabs of the tabbed lock washer holding the
outer wheel bearing jam nut.
Remove the outer wheel bearing jam nut, the tabbed lock
washer and the outer wheel bearing adjusting nut from
the spindle.

Meritor Maintenance Manual MM-0409 (Revised 04-13)

NUT AND
STAR LOCK
WASHER
TAPERED
DOWEL

OUTER
RACE
LOCK
RING
JAM
LOCK NUT
ADJUSTING WASHER
GASKET
NUT
AXLE
FLANGE

OUTER WHEEL
BEARING

4004358a

Remove the fastening hardware securing the wheel bearings.

A.

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HUB

Figure 4.5

1.

Park the vehicle on a level surface. Block the wheels to prevent

the vehicle from moving. Set the parking brake.

2.

Raise the vehicle until the wheels are off the ground. Support
the vehicle with safety stands.

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3.

Remove the tire and wheel assembly.

RS-21-145 Q Plus Cam Brake

4.

Remove the four fasteners securing the Quadraulic disc

brake caliper assembly to the torque plate.

Figure 4.6

5.

Remove the caliper assembly from the torque plate.

6.

Remove the 12 nut fasteners and star lock washers securing

the axle shaft to the hub.

RS-21-145 (Q PLUSTM CAM BRAKE)

OIL
INNER
SEAL WHEEL
BEARING
INNER
RACE

NOTE: These nuts cannot be reused and must be replaced during

assembly.
7.

Tap the axle shaft flange on the strike bars to loosen the
tapered dowels.

8.

Remove the tapered dowels, axle shaft and gasket.

9.

Remove the fastening hardware securing the wheel bearings.

A.

Bend back the tabs of the tabbed lock washer holding the
outer wheel bearing jam nut.

B.

Remove the outer wheel bearing jam nut, the tabbed lock
washer, the pierced lock ring with keyway tab and the
outer wheel bearing adjusting nut from the spindle.

HUB
NUT AND
STAR LOCK
WASHER
TAPERED
DOWEL

OUTER
RACE
OUTER WHEEL
BEARING
ADJUSTING
NUT

LOCK
RING

JAM
NUT
LOCK
GASKET
WASHER

AXLE
FLANGE
4004361a

10. Carefully rock the hub from side-to-side to free the outer wheel
bearing. Remove the outer wheel bearing. Remove the hub and
rotor assembly.

1.

11. Using a seal puller, remove the inner wheel bearing oil seal
from the hub. Discard the seal.

Park the vehicle on a level surface. Block the wheels to prevent

the vehicle from moving. Set the parking brake.

2.

Raise the vehicle until the wheels are off the ground. Support
the vehicle with safety stands.

13. Inspect the bearings, races and spindle for signs of damage.
Refer to Section 5.

3.

Remove the tire and wheel assembly.

4.

Cage the brake chamber.

NOTE: Worn or damaged wheel-end components must be replaced

as a set.

5.

Remove the brake drum.

6.

Remove the eight nuts and star lock washers securing the axle
shaft to the hub.

14. If damage to either race is observed, tap out the inner and
outer races with a brass drift and discard.

7.

Tap the axle shaft flange on the strike bars to loosen the
tapered dowels.

15. Use the correct cleaning solution to remove the old lubricant
from all parts. Refer to Section 5.

8.

Remove the tapered dowels, axle shaft and gasket.

Figure 4.6

12. Remove the inner wheel bearing.

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9.

Remove the fastening hardware securing the outer wheel

bearing.

9.

A.

Bend back the tabs of the tabbed lock washer holding the
outer wheel bearing jam nut.

10. Remove the inner wheel bearing.

B.

Remove the outer wheel bearing jam nut.

C.

Remove the tabbed lock washer, the pierced lock ring

with keyway tab and the outer wheel bearing adjusting nut
from the spindle.

Using a seal puller, remove the inner wheel bearing seal from
the hub. Discard the seal.

11. Inspect the bearings, races and spindle for signs of damage.
Worn or damaged wheel-end components must be replaced as
a set. Refer to Section 5.
12. If damage to either race is observed, tap out the inner and
outer races with a brass drift and discard.

10. Carefully rock the hub from side-to-side to free the outer wheel
bearing. Remove the outer wheel bearing and hub.

13. Use the correct cleaning solution to remove the old lubricant
from all parts. Refer to Section 5.

11. Using a seal puller, remove the inner wheel bearing oil seal
from the hub. Discard the seal.

PreSet Wheel Hub Assemblies

12. Remove the inner wheel bearing.

13. Inspect the bearings, races and spindle for signs of damage.
Refer to Section 5.

ConMet PreSet hubs are the same as conventional wheel bearing

hubs except that all PreSet hubs come complete with pre-installed
bearings, cups, cones and oil seals. These hubs have a precision
tubular spacer between the bearings which eliminates the need for
manual bearing adjustment.

NOTE: Worn or damaged wheel-end components must be replaced

as a set.

The ConMet PreSet hubs are currently used on Meritor bus and
coach MC12, FG952 tag and RC rear drive axles.

14. If damage to either race is observed, tap out the inner and
outer races with a brass drift and discard.

Refer to the ConMet PreSet Hub Service Manual for inspection,

preventive maintenance and service procedures.

15. Use the correct cleaning solution to remove the old lubricant
from all parts. Refer to Section 5.

For PreSet hubs with PRO-TORQ spindle nuts, refer to the

PRO-TORQ nut steps in the unitized wheel-end procedures.

Conventional Wheel End Front and Tag

Axles with DiscPlus Brakes

Unitized Wheel End Bus and Coach FH

Series Front and Tag Axle, and MC Series Tag
Axle

1.

Park the vehicle on a level surface. Block the wheels to prevent

the vehicle from moving. Set the parking brake.

2.

Raise the front of the vehicle until the front wheels are off the
ground. Support the vehicle with safety stands.

3.

Remove the tire and wheel assembly.

4.

Remove the fasteners securing the brake caliper assembly to

the torque plate.

5.

Remove the caliper assembly from the torque plate.

6.

Remove the hubcap and gasket.

7.

Remove the fastening hardware securing the wheel bearings.

8.

Carefully rock the hub from side-to-side to free the outer wheel
bearing. Remove the outer wheel bearing. Remove the hub and
rotor assembly.

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These procedures apply to bus and coach FH Series front and tag
axles, and MC Series tag axles equipped with unitized wheel ends.

WARNING
You must follow the unitized wheel-end maintenance and
inspection procedures provided in this manual to prevent
serious personal injury and damage to components.
The unitized wheel end is sealed and greased for life and does
not require lubrication. If you disassemble, or attempt to repair
or lubricate a unitized wheel-end assembly, you will void the
Meritor warranty.

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CAUTION
There are two different spindle nut designs used on unitized
wheel ends, double nut pack and PRO-TORQ nut. They are
different and not interchangeable. You must replace
components with the same type and follow the correct
tightening procedure for the nut system used to prevent
damage to components.

Models with a Double Nut Pack

1.

Park the vehicle on a level surface. Block the rear wheels to

prevent the vehicle from moving.

2.

Raise the vehicle so that the axle is off the ground. Support the
vehicle with safety stands. Do not use a jack to support the
vehicle.

3.

Remove the brake caliper assembly. Refer to Maintenance

Manual MM-0467, DiscPlus EX225 Air Disc Brake. To
obtain this publication, refer to the Service Notes page on the
front inside cover of this manual.

4.

Remove the wheel adapter and rotor. Inspect the rotor for
cracks and signs of wear. Replace the rotor if necessary.
Figure 4.7.

Figure 4.7

DiscPlus
BRAKE
ASSEMBLY

TORQUE PLATE-TO-BRAKE
CALIPER CAPSCREW
SPINDLE

UNITIZED
HUB
BEARING

ROTOR
LOCK
WASHER
INSPECTION
PLUG
THICK
WASHER

TORQUE
PLATE-TOSPINDLE
CAPSCREW

TORQUE
PLATE

SPINDLE
NUTS
WHEEL
STUD
4006159c
WHEEL
ADAPTER
CAPSCREW

WHEEL
ADAPTER

Figure 4.7

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5.

Use a 3.5-inch (89 mm) socket wrench to remove the jam nut,
D lock washer and adjusting nut. Figure 4.8.

Figure 4.8

D LOCK
WASHER

ADJUSTING
NUT
JAM NUT

DOUBLE NUT PACK

4005543a
Figure 4.8

6.

Remove the thick washer and unitized hub bearing.

Models with a PRO-TORQ Nut

1.

Park the vehicle on a level surface. Block the rear wheels to

prevent the vehicle from moving.

2.

Raise the vehicle so that the axle is off the ground. Support the
vehicle with safety stands. Do not use a jack to support the
vehicle.

3.

Remove the brake caliper assembly. Refer to Maintenance

Manual MM-0467, DiscPlus EX225 Air Disc Brake. To
obtain this publication, refer to the Service Notes page on the
front inside cover of this manual.

4.

Remove the wheel adapter and rotor. Inspect the rotor for
cracks and signs of wear. Replace the rotor if necessary.
Figure 4.9.
Rotor Removal
Rotors shipped prior to 2011 have a 0.85 pilot length at
the hub bearing interface. These rotors only have two
M14x2.0 jack screw holes. These may not provide enough
force where heavy corrosion exists. If this is the case,
remove the rotor using the Rotor seized to hub procedure
at the end of this section.

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Rotors shipped after 2011 have a shorter 0.20 pilot length

at the hub bearing interface. The rotor has been updated to
have four M16x2.0 jack screw holes to generate more force
to remove the rotor. You can also remove the rotor using the
Rotor seized to hub procedure at the end of this section.

4 Disassembly

Figure 4.9

DiscPlus
BRAKE
ASSEMBLY

TORQUE PLATE-TO-BRAKE
CALIPER CAPSCREW

FH SERIES
KNUCKLE
NUT

THICK
WASHER
ROTOR
KEEPER
WHEEL
ADAPTER

WHEEL
STUD

TORQUE PLATE-TOSPINDLE CAPSCREW

TORQUE
PLATE

UNITIZED HUB
BEARING
PRO-TORQ
SPINDLE NUT
INSPECTION
PLUG
WHEEL
ADAPTER
CAPSCREW

4006158c

Figure 4.9

CAUTION

Figure 4.10

NUT

Remove the keeper from the PRO-TORQ nut before you

attach the nut to the axle spindle, or tighten and loosen the
nut, to prevent damage to the nut and axle spindle.
5.

SINGLE TAB

Remove the keeper from the PRO-TORQ nut. Use a

screwdriver to pry out the keeper arm from the groove on each
side of the nut until the keeper is released. Meritor
recommends replacing the keeper with a new one each time
the PRO-TORQ nut is removed to maintain the integrity of
the locking mechanism. Use a 3.5-inch (89 mm) socket
wrench to remove the PRO-TORQ nut. Figure 4.10.

FLAT

ARMS

KEEPER

PRO-TORQ NUT

4005542a

Figure 4.10

6.

Remove the thick washer and unitized hub bearing.

Removing a Unitized Wheel End with a

Meritor Rotor Seized to the Hub Bus and
Coach FH Series Front and Tag Axle, and MC
Series Tag Axle
1.

Park the vehicle on a level surface. Block the rear wheels to

prevent the vehicle from moving.

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2.

Raise the vehicle so that the axle is off the ground. Support the
vehicle with safety stands. Do not use a jack to support the
vehicle.

11. Once the soak is complete, place the rotor into an arbor press
with the back face of the rotor facing down and supported
correctly.

3.

Remove the brake caliper assembly. Refer to Section 5 of

Maintenance Manual MM-0467, DiscPlus EX225 Air Disc
Brake. To obtain this publication, refer to the Service Notes
page on the front inside cover of this manual.

12. Place the tool on top of the rotor and hub assembly. Refer to
Figure 11.11 in Section 11 for a tool drawing. Figure 4.12.

4.

Remove the wheel adapter.

5.

Remove the keeper from the PRO-TORQ nut. Use a

screwdriver to pry out the keeper arm from the groove on each
side of the nut until the keeper is released. Meritor
recommends replacing the keeper with a new one each time
the PRO-TORQ nut is removed to maintain the integrity of
the locking mechanism.

6.

Use a 3.5-inch (89 mm) socket wrench to remove the

PRO-TORQ nut.

7.

Remove the thick washer.

8.

Remove the rotor and unitized bearing as an assembly.

9.

Place the rotor and hub assembly flange face down on a bench
or the floor.

PRESS

Figure 4.11

Saturate these
areas with
penetrating oil.

HUB

4009004a

Figure 4.11

WARNING
Observe all warnings and cautions provided by the press
manufacturer to avoid damage to components and serious
personal injury.

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TOOL

4009005a
Figure 4.12

10. Apply and saturate the inner portion of the hub barrel with
penetrating oil. AeroKroil is preferred. Let the oil soak for at
least 30 minutes. Figure 4.11.

ROTOR

Figure 4.12

13. Apply pressure until the hub assembly is free from the rotor.

5 Prepare Parts for Assembly

Hazard Alert Messages

5 Prepare Parts for Assembly

Read and observe all Warning and Caution hazard alert messages in
this publication. They provide information that can help prevent
serious personal injury, damage to components, or both.

Clean, Dry and Inspect Parts

Ground or Polished Parts
1.

Use a cleaning solvent to clean the ground or polished parts

and surfaces. Kerosene or diesel fuel can be used for this
purpose. DO NOT USE GASOLINE.

2.

Do NOT clean ground or polished parts in a hot solution tank or

with water, steam or alkaline solutions. These solutions will
cause corrosion of the parts.

3.

Thoroughly clean the hub cavity with spray degreaser. The

cavity must be free of any metal chips or dirt.

4.

To remove grease from a wheel end, use a stiff fiber brush, not
steel, and kerosene or diesel fuel, not gasoline. Allow the parts
to dry. Note that any solvent residue must be completely wiped
dry since it may either dilute the grease or oil or prevent the
lubricant from correctly adhering to the wheel-end
components.

5.

Clean and inspect the wheel bearings, race, spindle bearing

journals and hub. Bearings should be cleaned in a suitable
non-flammable solvent and dried with either compressed air or
a lint-free rag.

WARNING
To prevent serious eye injury, always wear safe eye protection
when you perform vehicle maintenance or service.
Replace damaged or out-of-specification axle components. Do
not bend, repair or recondition axle components by welding or
heat-treating. A bent axle beam reduces axle strength, affects
vehicle operation and voids Meritors warranty. Serious
personal injury and damage to components can result.

Replace
Worn or Damaged Parts
Do not repair or recondition wheel-end components. Replace
damaged, worn or out-of-specification components. Do not mill or
machine any components.

WARNING
Solvent cleaners can be flammable, poisonous and cause
burns. Examples of solvent cleaners are carbon tetrachloride,
and emulsion-type and petroleum-base cleaners. Read the
manufacturers instructions before using a solvent cleaner,
then carefully follow the instructions. Also follow the
procedures below.
Wear safe eye protection.
Wear clothing that protects your skin.
Work in a well-ventilated area.
Do not use gasoline, or solvents that contain gasoline.
Gasoline can explode.
You must use hot solution tanks or alkaline solutions
correctly. Read the manufacturers instructions before
using hot solution tanks and alkaline solutions. Then
carefully follow the instructions.

CAUTION
Do not use hot solution tanks or water and alkaline solutions to
clean ground or polished parts. Damage to parts can result.

NOTE: If compressed air is used, do not spin dry the bearings as

the rollers may score due to lack of lubricant. Ensure that the air line
is moisture free.

Rough Parts
Rough parts can be cleaned with the ground or polished parts.
Rough parts also can be cleaned in hot solution tanks with a weak
alkaline solution. Parts must remain in the hot solution tanks until
they are completely cleaned and heated.

Dry Cleaned Parts

Parts must be dried immediately after cleaning. Dry parts with clean
paper or rags, or compressed air. Do not dry bearings by spinning
with compressed air.

Prevent Corrosion on Cleaned Parts

Apply a light oil to cleaned and dried parts that are not damaged and
are to be immediately assembled. Do NOT apply oil to the brake
linings or the brake drums.

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5 Prepare Parts for Assembly

If the parts are to be stored, apply a good corrosion preventative to

all surfaces. Do NOT apply the material to the brake linings or the
brake drums. Store the parts inside special paper or other material
that prevents corrosion.

There are deep cracks or breaks in the cup, the cone inner
race or the roller surfaces. Figure 5.2.

NOTE: All tapered joints must be clean and dry with no lubrication
or corrosion preventative applied to the mating surfaces.

There is damage on the rollers and on the surfaces of the

cup and the cone inner race that touch the rollers.
Figure 5.4.

Inspection

There is damage on the cup and the cone inner surfaces

that touch the rollers. Figure 5.5.

There are bright wear marks on the outer surface of the

roller cage. Figure 5.3.

Wheel-End Components
1.

Following disassembly and cleaning of the wheel-end

components, inspect the spindle journals, hub and wheel
bearings for signs of wear and damage.

Figure 5.1

WORN
RADIUS

NOTE: Damage to either the wheel bearing or race will require

replacement of both bearings and races as a set.
2.

Inspect the cup, the cone and the rollers and cage of the wheel
bearings for the following defects.

WORN
SURFACE

Cracked or broken separators

Figure 5.1

Broken or cracked rollers

Flaked areas on rollers or races

1000369c

Figure 5.2

Spalled rollers or races

Overheated bearings
Brinelled races

CRACK

WEAR GROOVE

Scored or etched rollers or races

Pitting of rollers or races
Wear bands on critical surfaces
Rust or corrosion on critical surfaces
If any of the following conditions exist, you must replace the
bearing.
The center of the large diameter end of the rollers is worn
level or below the outer surface. Figure 5.1.
The radius at the large diameter end of the rollers is worn to
a sharp edge. Figure 5.1.
There is a visible roller groove in the cup or the cone inner
race surfaces. The groove can be seen at the small or large
diameter end of both parts.

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1000370b
Figure 5.2

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Figure 5.3

WEAR MARKS

1000465b
Figure 5.3

Figure 5.4

ETCHING AND PITTING

1000372b
Figure 5.4

Figure 5.5

SPALLING
AND
FLAKING

1000373d
Figure 5.5

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6 Assembly

If race or wheel bearing replacement is required as a

result of damage observed during the disassembly
procedure: Replace these components as a set. If
necessary, drive new inner and outer bearing races into the
hub.

Hazard Alert Messages

6 Assembly

Read and observe all Warning and Caution hazard alert messages in
this publication. They provide information that can help prevent
serious personal injury, damage to components, or both.
3.

WARNING
To prevent serious eye injury, always wear safe eye protection
when you perform vehicle maintenance or service.

Installation

Use a pressure packer to force the specified grease from the

large end of the cones into the cavities between the rollers and
cage. Pack the hub between the bearing cups with grease to
the level of the smallest diameter of the cups.
If a pressure packer is not available: Grease the
bearings by hand. Wear the correct protection.

MFS Series Wheel End Front Non-Drive

Steer Axle

4.

Insert the inner wheel bearing into the hub bore.

5.

Install a new grease seal using the correct seal driver. Refer to
Section 11.

6.

Carefully install the hub and rotor assembly onto the spindle.
Ensure that the assembly is correctly seated.

7.

Insert the outer wheel bearing into the hub bore.

8.

Secure the hub and rotor assembly on the spindle using the
outer wheel bearing adjusting nut. The adjusting nut must be
installed so that the nipple faces outward toward the hubcap.
Tighten finger-tight.

9.

Tighten the outer wheel bearing adjusting nut to 100 lb-ft

(136 Nm) while rotating the hub in both directions. This will
ensure correct bearing-to-hub bore contact. Refer to Section 9.

MFS-08-113 Quadraulic Disc Brake

Figure 6.1

MFS-08-113 (QUADRAULICTM DISC BRAKE)

GREASE INNER
SEAL WHEEL
BEARING
HUB

INNER
RACE

CAPSCREW
AND FLAT
WASHER

GASKET

10. Loosen the outer wheel bearing adjusting nut completely.

Retighten to 20 lb-ft (27 Nm) while rotating the hub. @
OUTER RACE
OUTER WHEEL
BEARING
ADJUSTING
NUT

LOCK
RING

11. Back off the outer wheel bearing adjusting nut 1/3 turn.
JAM

LOCK NUT
HUBCAP
WASHER

12. Install the pierced lock ring so that the inner tab locks into the
spindle keyway and the outer wheel bearing adjusting nut
nipple engages one of the through holes on the lock ring.

4004356a
Figure 6.1

1.

2.

If removed during the previous wheel-end disassembly

procedure, install the torque plate and backing plate onto the
knuckle.
Lubricate both the inner and outer wheel bearings. Refer to
Section 10.

13. Install a new tabbed lock washer onto the spindle so that the
two nipples engage the through holes on the lock ring.
14. Install the outer wheel bearing jam nut. Tighten to
150-225 lb-ft (203-305 Nm). Refer to Section 9. @
15. Measure bearing end play with a dial indicator. Bearing end
play should be 0.001 to 0.005-inch (0.025-0.127 mm). Refer
to Section 7.
16. If necessary, adjust bearing end play to obtain the correct dial
indicator reading. Refer to Section 7.

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17. Bend two opposed lock washer tabs over the outer wheel
bearing jam nut to lock it in position.

2.

18. Install the gasket and hubcap with four capscrews and flat
washers. Tighten to 12-16 lb-ft (16-22 Nm). @
19. Install the Quadraulic disc brake caliper assembly onto the
torque plate with four fasteners and washers. Tighten to
320-360 lb-ft (435-490 Nm). Refer to Section 9. @

MFS-06-162 Reaction Beam (B-Frame) Disc

Brake

If a pressure packer is not available: Grease the

bearings by hand. Wear the correct protection.
3.

Insert the inner wheel bearing into the hub bore.

4.

Install a new grease seal using the correct seal driver. Refer to
Section 11.

5.

Carefully install the hub and rotor assembly onto the spindle.
Ensure that the assembly is correctly seated.

6.

Insert the outer wheel bearing into the hub bore.

7.

Secure the hub and rotor assembly on the spindle using the
outer wheel bearing adjusting nut. The adjusting nut must be
installed so that the nipple faces outward toward the hubcap.
Tighten finger-tight.

8.

Tighten the outer wheel bearing adjusting nut to 100 lb-ft

(136 Nm) while rotating the hub in both directions. This will
ensure correct bearing-to-hub bore contact. Refer to Section 9.

Figure 6.2

MFS-06-162
(REACTION BEAM B-FRAME DISC BRAKE)
GREASE
SEAL INNER
WHEEL
BEARING
INNER
RACE

OUTER
RACE OUTER
WHEEL
BEARING
ADJUSTING
NUT
LOCK
RING
LOCK
WASHER
JAM
NUT

Use a pressure packer to force the specified grease from the

large end of the cones into the cavities between the rollers and
cage. Pack the hub between the bearing cups with grease to
the level of the smallest diameter of the cups.

9.

Loosen the outer wheel bearing adjusting nut completely.

Retighten to 20 lb-ft (27 Nm) while rotating the hub. @

10. Back off the outer wheel bearing adjusting nut 1/3 turn.
11. Install the pierced lock ring so that the inner tab locks into the
spindle keyway and the outer wheel bearing adjusting nut
nipple engages one of the through holes on the lock ring.

HUB
GASKET
HUB
CAP
CAPSCREW
AND FLAT
WASHER
4004359a
Figure 6.2

1.

Lubricate both the inner and outer wheel bearings. Refer to

Section 10.
If race or wheel bearing replacement is required as a
result of damage observed during the disassembly
procedure: Replace these components as a set. If
necessary, drive new inner and outer bearing races into the
hub.

12. Install a new tabbed lock washer onto the spindle so that the
two nipples engage the through holes on the lock ring.
13. Install the outer wheel bearing jam nut. Tighten to
150-225 lb-ft (203-305 Nm). Refer to Section 9. @
14. Measure bearing end play with a dial indicator. Bearing end
play should be 0.001 to 0.005-inch (0.025-0.127 mm). Refer
to Section 7.
15. If necessary, adjust bearing end play to obtain the correct dial
indicator reading. Refer to Section 7.
16. Bend two opposed lock washer tabs over the outer wheel
bearing jam nut to lock it in position.
17. Install the gasket and hubcap with four capscrews and flat
washers. Tighten to 15-18 lb-ft (20-24 Nm). @

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18. Install the reaction beam (B-frame) disc brake caliper assembly
onto the knuckle with four fasteners and washers. Tighten to
81-96 lb-ft (110-130 Nm). Refer to Section 9. @

4.

Install a new grease seal using the correct seal driver. Refer to
Section 11.

5.

Carefully install the hub assembly onto the spindle. Ensure that
the assembly is correctly seated.

6.

Insert the outer wheel bearing into the hub bore.

7.

Secure the hub assembly on the spindle using the outer wheel
bearing adjusting nut. The adjusting nut must be installed so
that the nipple faces outward toward the hubcap. Tighten
finger-tight.

8.

Tighten the outer wheel bearing adjusting nut to 100 lb-ft

(136 Nm) while rotating the hub in both directions. This will
ensure correct bearing-to-hub bore contact. Refer to Section 9.

MFS-12-122 Q Plus Cam Brake

Figure 6.3

MFS-12-122 (Q PLUSTM CAM BRAKE)

GREASE
SEAL INNER
WHEEL
BEARING
INNER
RACE

OUTER OUTER
RACE WHEEL
BEARING
ADJUSTING
NUT
D-STYLE
LOCK
RING
D-STYLE
LOCK
WASHER
JAM
NUT

GASKET
HUB
CAP
CAPSCREW
AND FLAT
WASHER
4004360a
Figure 6.3

Lubricate both the inner and outer wheel bearings. Refer to

Section 10.
If race or wheel bearing replacement is required as a
result of damage observed during the disassembly
procedure: Replace these components as a set. If
necessary, drive new inner and outer bearing races into the
hub.

2.

Use a pressure packer to force the specified grease from the

large end of the cones into the cavities between the rollers and
cage. Pack the hub between the bearing cups with grease to
the level of the smallest diameter of the cups.
If a pressure packer is not available: Grease the
bearings by hand. Wear the correct protection.

3.

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9.

Loosen the outer wheel bearing adjusting nut completely.

Retighten to 20 lb-ft (27 Nm) while rotating the hub. @

10. Back off the outer wheel bearing adjusting nut 1/3 turn.
11. Install the D-style pierced lock ring so that it passes through
the flat on the spindle. Ensure that the outer wheel bearing
adjusting nut nipple engages one of the through holes on the
lock ring.

HUB

1.

Insert the inner wheel bearing into the hub bore.

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12. Install a new D-style lock washer so that it passes through the
flat on the spindle.
13. Install the outer wheel bearing jam nut. Tighten to
200-300 lb-ft (271-407 Nm). Refer to Section 9. @
14. Measure bearing end play with a dial indicator. Bearing end
play should be 0.001 to 0.005-inch (0.025-0.127 mm). Refer
to Section 7.
15. If necessary, adjust bearing end play to obtain the correct dial
indicator reading. Refer to Section 7.
16. Bend one side of the D-style lock washer over the outer wheel
bearing jam nut to lock it in position.
17. Install the gasket and hubcap with six capscrews and flat
washers. Tighten to 20-30 lb-ft (27-41 Nm). @
18. Install the brake drum onto the hub.

6 Assembly

MS and RS Series Wheel End Rear Drive

Axle
MS-12-113 Reaction Beam (B-Frame) Disc Brake
Figure 6.4

MS-12-113
(REACTION BEAM B-FRAME DISC BRAKE)
OIL
SEAL INNER
WHEEL
BEARING
INNER
RACE

5.

Before the outer wheel bearing is installed, fill the wheel cavity
with the same lubricant as used in the differential carrier
housing. Typically, one-half pint of lubricant is required.

6.

Insert the outer wheel bearing into the hub bore.

7.

Secure the hub and rotor assembly on the spindle with the
outer wheel bearing adjusting nut. Tighten finger-tight.

8.

Tighten the outer wheel bearing adjusting nut to 100 lb-ft

(136 Nm) while rotating the hub in both directions. This will
ensure correct bearing-to-hub bore contact. Refer to Section 9.
@

HUB

9.

Back off the outer wheel bearing adjusting nut one full turn.

10. Retighten the outer wheel bearing adjusting nut to 50 lb-ft

(68 Nm) while rotating the hub. @
CAPSCREW

11. Back off the outer wheel bearing adjusting nut 1/3 turn.
12. Install a new tabbed lock washer onto the spindle.
13. Install the outer wheel bearing jam nut. Tighten to
100-150 lb-ft (136-203 Nm). Refer to Section 9. @

OUTER
RACE
OUTER WHEEL
BEARING
ADJUSTING
NUT

JAM
LOCK NUT
RTV
WASHER
AXLE
GASKET
MATERIAL FLANGE

14. Measure bearing end play with a dial indicator. Bearing end
play should be 0.001 to 0.005-inch (0.025-0.127 mm). Refer
to Section 7.

4004357a

15. If necessary, adjust bearing end play to obtain the correct dial
indicator reading. Refer to Section 7.

Figure 6.4

1.

Lubricate both the inner and outer wheel bearings. Dip the
wheel bearings into the same lubricant as used in the
differential carrier housing. Refer to Section 10.
If race or wheel bearing replacement is required as a
result of damage observed during the disassembly
procedure: Replace these components as a set. If
necessary, drive new inner and outer bearing races into the
hub.

2.

Insert the inner wheel bearing into the hub bore.

3.

Install a new oil seal using the correct seal driver. Refer to
Section 11.

4.

Carefully install the hub and rotor assembly onto the spindle.
Ensure that the assembly is correctly seated.

16. Bend two opposed lock washer tabs over the outer wheel
bearing jam nut to lock it in position.
17. Apply a bead of RTV gasket material around the circumference
of the inside surface of the axle shaft flange.
18. Install the axle shaft with eight capscrews. No flat or lock
washers are required. Tighten to 85-95 lb-ft (115-130 Nm).
@

19. Install the reaction beam (B-frame) disc brake caliper assembly
onto the torque plate with four fasteners and washers. Tighten
to 81-96 lb-ft (110-130 Nm). Refer to Section 9. @
20. Check the rear end differential fluid level by removing the oil fill
plug from the carrier or housing bowl. If necessary, add the
specified fluid through the carrier or housing bowl oil fill hole.
Fill so that the fluid level is even with the bottom of the fill plug
hole.

CAUTION
Do not assemble dry. Damage to wheel end components may
result.

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RS-19-145 and RS-13-120 Quadraulic Disc

Brake

CAUTION
Do not assemble dry. Damage to wheel end components may
result.

Figure 6.5

RS-19-145 AND RS-13-120

(QUADRAULICTM DISC BRAKE)
OIL
INNER
SEAL WHEEL
BEARING
INNER
RACE

HUB

NUT AND
STAR LOCK
WASHER

6.

Before the outer wheel bearing is installed, fill the wheel cavity
with the same lubricant as used in the differential carrier
housing. Typically, one-half pint of lubricant is required.

7.

Insert the outer wheel bearing into the hub bore.

8.

Secure the hub and rotor assembly on the spindle using the
outer wheel bearing adjusting nut. The adjusting nut must be
installed so that the nipple faces outward toward the axle shaft
flange. Tighten finger-tight.

9.

Tighten the outer wheel bearing adjusting nut to 100 lb-ft

(136 Nm) while rotating the hub in both directions. This will
ensure correct bearing-to-hub bore contact. Refer to Section 9.

TAPERED
DOWEL

OUTER
RACE

LOCK
RING
JAM
LOCK NUT
ADJUSTING WASHER
GASKET
NUT
AXLE
FLANGE

OUTER WHEEL
BEARING

4004358a
Figure 6.5

1.

2.

If removed during the previous wheel-end disassembly

procedure, install the torque plate and backing plate onto the
knuckle.
Lubricate both the inner and outer wheel bearings. Dip the
wheel bearings into the same lubricant as used in the
differential carrier housing. Refer to Section 10.
If race or wheel bearing replacement is required as a
result of damage observed during the disassembly
procedure: Replace these components as a set. If
necessary, drive new inner and outer bearing races into the
hub.

10. Back off the outer wheel bearing adjusting nut one full turn.
11. Retighten the outer wheel bearing adjusting nut to 50 lb-ft
(68 Nm) while rotating the hub. @
12. Back off the outer wheel bearing adjusting nut 1/3 turn.
13. Install the pierced lock ring so that the inner tab locks into the
spindle keyway and the outer wheel bearing adjusting nut
nipple engages one of the through holes on the lock ring.
14. Install a new tabbed lock washer onto the spindle.
15. Install the outer wheel bearing jam nut. Tighten to
100-250 lb-ft (136-339 Nm). Refer to Section 9. @
NOTE: For axle model RS-13-120, tighten the outer wheel bearing
jam nut to 100-150 lb-ft (136-203 Nm). @
16. Measure bearing end play with a dial indicator. Bearing end
play should be 0.001 to 0.005-inch (0.025-0.127 mm). Refer
to Section 7.

3.

Insert the inner wheel bearing into the hub bore.

17. If necessary, adjust bearing end play to obtain the correct dial
indicator reading. Refer to Section 7.

4.

Install a new oil seal using the correct seal driver. Refer to
Section 11.

18. Bend two opposed lock washer tabs over the outer wheel
bearing jam nut to lock it in position.

5.

Carefully install the hub and rotor assembly onto the spindle.
Ensure that the assembly is correctly seated.

19. Install the axle shaft and gasket.

20. Install the tapered dowels.
21. Secure the axle shaft with 12 star lock washers and 12 new
nuts. Tighten to 75-115 lb-ft (102-156 Nm). @

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22. Install the Quadraulic disc brake caliper assembly onto the
torque plate with four fasteners and washers. Tighten to
320-360 lb-ft (435-490 Nm). Refer to Section 9. @
23. Check the rear end differential fluid level by removing the oil fill
plug from the carrier or housing bowl. If necessary, add the
specified fluid through the carrier or housing bowl oil fill hole.
Fill so that the fluid level is even with the bottom of the fill plug
hole.

4.

Carefully install the hub assembly onto the spindle. Ensure that
the assembly is correctly seated.

CAUTION
Do not assemble dry. Damage to wheel end components may
result.
5.

Before the outer wheel bearing is installed, fill the wheel cavity
with the same lubricant as used in the differential carrier
housing. Typically, one-half pint of lubricant is required.

6.

Insert the outer wheel bearing into the hub bore.

7.

Secure the hub assembly on the spindle using the outer wheel
bearing adjusting nut. The adjusting nut must be installed so
that the nipple faces outward toward the axle shaft flange.
Tighten finger-tight.

8.

Tighten the outer wheel bearing adjusting nut to 100 lb-ft

(136 Nm) while rotating the hub in both directions. This will
ensure correct bearing-to-hub bore contact. Refer to Section 9.

RS-21-145 Q Plus Cam Brake

Figure 6.6

RS-21-145 (Q PLUSTM CAM BRAKE)

OIL
INNER
SEAL WHEEL
BEARING
INNER
RACE

HUB
NUT AND
STAR LOCK
WASHER
TAPERED
DOWEL

9.

Back off the outer wheel bearing adjusting nut one full turn.

10. Retighten the outer wheel bearing adjusting nut to 50 lb-ft

(68 Nm) while rotating the hub. @
OUTER
RACE

11. Back off the outer wheel bearing adjusting nut 1/3 turn.

OUTER WHEEL
BEARING
ADJUSTING
NUT

LOCK
RING

JAM
NUT
LOCK
GASKET
WASHER

AXLE
FLANGE

12. Install the pierced lock ring so that the inner tab locks into the
spindle keyway and the outer wheel bearing adjusting nut
nipple engages one of the through holes on the lock ring.
13. Install a new tabbed lock washer onto the spindle.

4004361a
Figure 6.6

1.

14. Install the outer wheel bearing jam nut. Tighten to

100-250 lb-ft (136-339 Nm). Refer to Section 9. @

Lubricate both the inner and outer wheel bearings. Dip the
wheel bearings into the same lubricant as used in the
differential carrier housing. Refer to Section 10.

15. Measure bearing end play with a dial indicator. Bearing end
play should be 0.001 to 0.005-inch (0.025-0.127 mm). Refer
to Section 7.

If race or wheel bearing replacement is required as a

result of damage observed during the disassembly
procedure: Replace these components as a set. If
necessary, drive new inner and outer bearing races into the
hub.

16. If necessary, adjust bearing end play to obtain the correct dial
indicator reading. Refer to Section 7.

2.

Insert the inner wheel bearing into the hub bore.

3.

Install a new oil seal using the correct seal driver. Refer to
Section 11.

17. Bend two opposed lock washer tabs over the outer wheel
bearing jam nut to lock it in position.
18. Install the axle shaft and gasket.
19. Install the tapered dowels.
20. Secure the axle shaft with eight star lock washers and nuts.
Tighten to 150-230 lb-ft (203-312 Nm). @

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21. Install the brake drum onto the hub.

22. Check the rear end differential fluid level by removing the oil fill
plug from the carrier or housing bowl. If necessary, add the
specified fluid through the carrier or housing bowl oil fill hole.
Fill so that the fluid level is even with the bottom of the fill plug
hole.

Conventional Wheel End Front and Tag

Axles with DiscPlus Brakes
1.

Lubricate both the inner and outer wheel bearings. Refer to

Section 10.
If race or wheel bearing replacement is required as a
result of damage observed during the disassembly
procedure: Replace these components as a set. If
necessary, drive new inner and outer bearing races into the
hub.

2.

Insert the inner wheel bearing into the hub bore.

3.

Install a new grease seal using the correct seal driver. Refer to
Section 11.

4.

Carefully install the hub and rotor assembly onto the spindle.
Ensure that the assembly is correctly seated.

5.

Insert the outer wheel bearing into the hub bore.

6.

Secure the hub assembly on the spindle using the outer wheel
bearing adjusting nut. The adjusting nut must be installed so
that the nipple faces outward toward the hubcap. Tighten
finger-tight.

7.

Tighten the adjusting nut to 100 lb-ft (136 Nm) while rotating
the hub in both directions. This will ensure correct
bearing-to-hub bore contact. Refer to Section 9. @

8.

Loosen the adjusting nut completely. Retighten to 20 lb-ft

(27 Nm) while rotating the hub. @

9.

Back off the outer wheel bearing adjusting nut 1/3 turn.

10. Install the D-style pierced lock ring so that it passes through
the flat on the spindle. Ensure that the adjusting nut nipple
engages one of the through holes on the lock ring.
11. Install a new D-style lock washer so that it passes through the
flat on the spindle.
12. Install the outer wheel bearing jam nut. Tighten to
200-300 lb-ft (271-407 Nm). Refer to Section 9. @

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13. Measure bearing end play with a dial indicator. Bearing end
play should be 0.001 to 0.005-inch (0.025-0.127 mm). Refer
to Section 7.
14. If necessary, adjust bearing end play to obtain the correct dial
indicator reading. Refer to Section 7.
15. Bend one side of the D-style lock washer over the outer wheel
bearing jam nut to lock it in position.
16. Install the gasket and hubcap with the capscrews and flat
washers. Tighten the capscrews to 6 lb-ft (8.13 Nm)
maximum using a star pattern. Then use a star pattern to apply
a final torque of 15-18 lb-ft (20.34-24.4 Nm). For models
with CR Zytel hubcaps, apply a final torque of 12-16 lb-ft
(16.27-21.7 Nm). @
17. Install the disc brake caliper assembly onto the torque plate.
Refer to Maintenance Manual MM-0467, DiscPlus EX225 Air
Disc Brake, for more information.

PreSet Wheel Hub Assemblies

ConMet PreSet hubs are the same as conventional wheel bearing
hubs except that all PreSet hubs come complete with pre-installed
bearings, cups, cones and oil seals. These hubs have a precision
tubular spacer between the bearings which eliminates the need for
manual bearing adjustment.
The ConMet PreSet hubs are currently used on Meritor bus and
coach MC12, FG952 tag and RC rear drive axles.
Refer to the ConMet PreSet Hub Service Manual for inspection,
preventive maintenance and service procedures. The manual can be
accessed at http://www.conmet.com/pdfs/
preset_service_manual.pdf.
For ConMet PreSet hubs with PRO-TORQ spindle nuts (MC12,
FG952 tag and RC rear drive axles), tighten the PRO-TORQ nut to
a minimum of 250 lb-ft (339 Nm). DO NOT BACK OFF THE
SPINDLE NUT. Insert and engage the keeper, then advance the nut
until engagement takes place and the nut is locked. @

Unitized Wheel End Bus and Coach FH

Series Front and Tag Axle, and MC Series Tag
Axle
These procedures apply to bus and coach FH Series front and tag
axles, and MC Series tag axles equipped with unitized wheel ends.

6 Assembly

WARNING

2.

You must follow the unitized wheel-end maintenance and

inspection procedures provided in this manual to prevent
serious personal injury and damage to components.
The unitized wheel end is sealed and greased for life and does
not require lubrication. If you disassemble, or attempt to repair
or lubricate a unitized wheel-end assembly, you will void the
Meritor warranty.

Apply a light coat of anti-seize lubricant such as Molykote-D

paste to the bearing bore and to the O-ring before installing the
hub and spindle. Do not apply any lubricant to the spindle or on
the bearing end face. The spindle should be clean and free of
any contamination. Figure 6.7.

Figure 6.7

Apply a thin
film of sealant
360 degrees around
the rotor on
both sides.

Take care when you use Loctite adhesive to avoid serious

personal injury. Read the manufacturers instructions before
using this product. Follow the instructions carefully to prevent
irritation to the eyes and skin. If Loctite adhesive material
gets into your eyes, follow the manufacturers emergency
procedures. Have your eyes checked by a physician as soon as
possible.

Do not
lubricate
the end
face.

Carefully follow the manufacturers application and curing

(drying) instructions when you apply an anaerobic sealant.
Incorrectly applied sealant or an insufficient cure time can
cause fasteners and mating surfaces to loosen during vehicle
operation. Serious personal injury and damage to components
can result.

CAUTION
There are two different spindle nut designs used on unitized
wheel ends, double nut pack and PRO-TORQ nut. They are
different and not interchangeable. You must replace
components with the same type and follow the correct
tightening procedure for the nut system used to prevent
damage to components.

Apply a thin
film of lubricant
to the bearing
bore at these
locations at
installation.

INSPECTION
PLUG

Lightly
lubricate
the O-ring.
4006163a

Figure 6.7

3.

Verify the O-ring is correctly seated before installing the

bearing onto the spindle.

4.

Install the unitized hub bearing onto the knuckle spindle. Use
care to avoid damaging the O-ring on the spindle threads.
Figure 6.8.

Models with a Double Nut Pack

1.

Inspect the new unitized hub bearing. Remove the replacement

hub from the box and place it onto a clean surface. Examine
the hub to verify the following.
A.

All bearing seals and the O-ring seal are clean and show
no signs of damage.

B.

The O-ring is correctly installed into the groove at the

inner bearing shoulder prior to installation onto the
spindle.

C.

The bearing mounting face and bore are clean with no

seal coating, dirt or dust.

D.

The tooth wheel is not damaged or bent.

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Figure 6.8

TORQUE PLATE-TO-BRAKE
CALIPER CAPSCREW

DiscPlus
BRAKE
ASSEMBLY

SPINDLE

UNITIZED
HUB
BEARING

ROTOR
LOCK
WASHER
TORQUE
PLATE-TOSPINDLE
CAPSCREW

INSPECTION
PLUG
THICK
WASHER

TORQUE
PLATE

SPINDLE
NUTS
WHEEL
STUD
4006159c
WHEEL
ADAPTER
CAPSCREW

WHEEL
ADAPTER

Figure 6.8

5.

Install the spindle nut onto the spindle threads.

6.

Install the double nut pack onto the spindle. Figure 6.9.
A.

Apply Never-Seez to the spindle threads.

B.

Install the thick washer and the adjusting nut onto the
spindle.

C.

Rotate the hub while tightening the adjusting nut to

600 75 lb-ft (813 101 Nm). @

D.

44

Figure 6.9

D LOCK
WASHER

ADJUSTING
NUT

Install a new D lock washer and jam nut onto the

spindle.

E.

Tighten the jam nut to 250 50 lb-ft (339 68 Nm). @

F.

Bend the D lock washer tabs over the flat sides of the
jam nut and adjusting nut. Ensure that the washer tabs
secure a minimum of one flat side on each nut.

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JAM NUT

DOUBLE NUT PACK

4005543a
Figure 6.9

6 Assembly

7.

Apply a bead of anaerobic sealant such as Loctite 518 Gasket

Eliminator 360 degrees around the rotor on both mating
surfaces and on the inside of the bolt circle. Figure 6.10. You
must apply the sealant before you assemble the rotor and
wheel adapter to prevent moisture from entering into the
bearing. Do not use any type of gasket sealant other than
anaerobic sealant.

Models with a PRO-TORQ Nut

1.

Inspect the new unitized hub bearing. Remove the replacement

hub from the box and place it onto a clean surface. Examine
the hub to verify the following.
A.

All bearing seals and the O-ring seal are clean and show
no signs of damage.

B.

The O-ring is correctly installed into the groove at the

inner bearing shoulder prior to installation onto the
spindle.

C.

The bearing mounting face and bore are clean with no

seal coating, dirt or dust.

D.

The tooth wheel is not damaged or bent.

Figure 6.10

Apply a bead of
sealant 360 degrees
around the rotor on
both sides.
Apply a thin
film of lubricant
to the bearing
bore at these
locations at
installation.
Do not
lubricate
the end
face.

INSPECTION
PLUG

2.

Apply a light coat of anti-seize lubricant such as Molykote-D

paste to the bearing bore and to the O-ring before installing the
hub and spindle. Do not apply any lubricant to the spindle or on
the bearing end face. The spindle should be clean and free of
any contamination. Figure 6.11.

Figure 6.11

Apply a thin
film of sealant
360 degrees around
the rotor on
both sides.

Lightly
lubricate
the O-ring.
4008941a

Apply a thin
film of lubricant
to the bearing
bore at these
locations at
installation.

Figure 6.10

8.

Align the holes and install the fasteners. Slightly tighten the
fasteners in a star pattern to seat the rotor and wheel adapter
correctly. Tighten the fasteners in a star pattern to
275 25 lb-ft (373 34 Nm). @

9.

Verify the end play of the new bearing. The end play must be
0.000-0.002-inch (0-0.0508 mm). Refer to Section 3.

10. Install the wheel and check if the ABS system is operating
correctly.
If the warning lamp remains illuminated or comes on
during vehicle operation: Check for possible tooth wheel
damage or a sensor gap out of specification. Refer to your
vehicle ABS version and the appropriate maintenance
manual. To obtain the publication, refer to the Service Notes
page on the front inside cover of this manual.

Do not
lubricate
the end
face.

INSPECTION
PLUG

Lightly
lubricate
the O-ring.
4006163a

Figure 6.11

3.

Verify the O-ring is correctly seated before installing the

bearing onto the spindle.

4.

Install the unitized hub bearing onto the knuckle spindle. Use
care to avoid damaging the O-ring on the spindle threads.
Figure 6.12.

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Figure 6.12

DiscPlus
BRAKE
ASSEMBLY

TORQUE PLATE-TO-BRAKE
CALIPER CAPSCREW

FH SERIES
KNUCKLE
NUT

THICK
WASHER
ROTOR
KEEPER
WHEEL
ADAPTER

WHEEL
STUD

TORQUE PLATE-TOSPINDLE CAPSCREW

TORQUE
PLATE

UNITIZED HUB
BEARING
PRO-TORQ
SPINDLE NUT
INSPECTION
PLUG
WHEEL
ADAPTER
CAPSCREW

4006158c

Figure 6.12

CAUTION

E.

Install a new keeper against the nut with the orange side
facing OUT. Align the flat of the keeper with the flat on the
spindle. Insert the single keeper tab into the undercut
groove on the nut. Engage the mating teeth.

F.

Use a screwdriver to compress and insert the keeper

arms one at a time into the undercut groove on the nut.
Ensure that the keeper tab and arms are fully seated into
the undercut groove.

Remove the keeper from the PRO-TORQ nut before you

attach the nut to the axle spindle, or tighten and loosen the
nut, to prevent damage to the nut and axle spindle.
5.

Install the PRO-TORQ nut. Figure 6.13.

A.

Apply Never-Seez to the spindle threads.

B.

Remove the keeper from the PRO-TORQ nut. Use a

screwdriver to pry out the keeper arm from the groove on
each side of the nut until it is released. Meritor
recommends replacing the keeper with a new one each
time the PRO-TORQ nut is removed to maintain the
integrity of the locking mechanism.

C.

Install the thick washer and the PRO-TORQ nut onto

the spindle.

D.

Rotate the bearing while tightening the PRO-TORQ nut

to 600 75 lb-ft (813 101 Nm). @

Figure 6.13

NUT
SINGLE TAB

FLAT

ARMS

KEEPER

PRO-TORQ NUT
Figure 6.13

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6 Assembly

6.

Apply a bead of anaerobic sealant such as Loctite 518 Gasket

Eliminator 360 degrees around the rotor on both mating
surfaces and on the inside of the bolt circle. Figure 6.14. You
must apply the sealant before you assemble the rotor and
wheel adapter to prevent moisture from entering into the
bearing. Do not use any type of gasket sealant other than
anaerobic sealant.

Studs and Nuts

The following warnings are to alert you to stud and nut conditions
and maintenance procedures that can affect your safety and the
integrity of the vehicle and its components.
Carefully read the warnings before you install disc wheels.

WARNING
Figure 6.14

Apply a bead of
sealant 360 degrees
around the rotor on
both sides.
Apply a thin
film of lubricant
to the bearing
bore at these
locations at
installation.
Do not
lubricate
the end
face.

INSPECTION
PLUG

Lightly
lubricate
the O-ring.
4008941a

Figure 6.14

7.

Align the holes and install the fasteners. Slightly tighten the
fasteners in a star pattern to seat the rotor and wheel adapter
correctly. Tighten the fasteners in a star pattern to
275 25 lb-ft (373 34 Nm). @

8.

Verify the end play of the new bearing. The end play must be
0.000-0.002-inch (0-0.0508 mm). Refer to Section 3.

9.

Install the wheel and check if the ABS system is operating

correctly.
If the warning lamp remains illuminated or comes on
during vehicle operation: Check for possible tooth wheel
damage or a sensor gap out of specification. Refer to your
vehicle ABS version and the appropriate maintenance
manual. To obtain the publication, refer to the Service Notes
page on the front inside cover of this manual.

Replace bent, loose, broken or stripped studs. When you

replace a stripped stud, always replace the stud on each side
of the stripped stud as well. Even if the adjoining studs are not
cracked, they have sustained fatigue damage, which can
cause the wheels to loosen and separate from the vehicle.
Serious personal injury and damage to components can result.
Always replace a serrated stud, bolt, with a new one. Do not
reuse a serrated stud, which will not tighten correctly and can
cause the wheels to loosen and separate from the vehicle.
Serious personal injury and damage to components can result.
Do not apply paint to mounting surfaces, studs or nuts. Paint
decreases a fastener assemblys capability to maintain clamp
load, which can cause wheels to loosen and separate from the
vehicle. Serious personal injury and damage to components
can result.
Ensure that you do not damage the stud threads. Damaged
threads will not allow the stud to provide the required clamp
load to support the wheel retention system. The wheels can
loosen and separate from the vehicle. Serious personal injury
and damage to components can result.
Check that stud standout is correct for stud-piloted wheels. If
standout exceeds specifications even though the correct
torque is used, the cap nut can bottom against the hub stud
and loosen both wheels and the brake drum, which will cause
the wheels to separate from the vehicle. If standout is too
short, the cap nut will overload and crack, causing the inner
and dual wheels to separate from the vehicle. Serious personal
injury and damage to components can result.
Install right-hand studs onto the right side of the vehicle and
left-hand studs onto the left side of the vehicle. Studs that are
not installed correctly can loosen, which can cause the wheels
to loosen and separate from the vehicle. Serious personal
injury and damage to components can result.

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If the wheel studs are being reused, apply two drops of oil to
the last two or three threads at the end of each stud. Do not
over lubricate the studs or nut threads. Over lubricating the
fasteners can cause excessive clamp load. The studs can
break and cause the wheels to loosen and separate from the
vehicle. Serious personal injury and damage to components
can result.

1.

Check the studs. Repair or replace loose, bent, stripped or

broken studs.

2.

Check for correct serrated stud standout.

A.

Figure 6.15 shows correct standout.

B.

Figure 6.16 and Figure 6.17 show incorrect standout.

Figure 6.15

Install aluminum wheel nuts onto an aluminum disc wheel. Do

not install steel wheel nuts. Steel wheel nuts can damage an
aluminum wheel or cause the dual wheels to loosen and
separate from the vehicle. Serious personal injury and damage
to components can result.

CORRECT:
STUD STANDOUT

Install steel wheel nuts onto steel wheels. Do not install

aluminum wheel nuts. The extension on an aluminum wheel
nut can bottom against the hub flange or brake drum before
the disc wheel is clamped correctly, which can cause the
wheels to separate from the vehicle. Serious personal injury
and damage to components can result.
Install the nuts with the correct thread size onto the studs. A
nut with an incorrect thread size will not turn freely on the stud
or will fit loosely on the stud. The thread can strip, which can
cause loss of clamp load. The wheels can loosen and separate
from the vehicle. Serious personal injury and damage to
components can result.

4001688a
Figure 6.15

Figure 6.16

INCORRECT: STUD TOO LONG;

BOTTOMS IN CAP NUT

Install the correct wheel system components for the

application. Do not mix wheel system components. The wheels
can loosen and separate from the vehicle. Serious personal
injury and damage to components can result.
Apply two drops of oil between the nut flange and the hex
portion of the swivel area at each installation if you reinstall
the two-piece flange nuts that have been in service. Without
lubricant, the fasteners may not produce adequate clamp load,
and a wheel can loosen and separate from the vehicle. Serious
personal injury and damage to components can result.
Lightly lubricate the hub pilots to ease wheel installation and
removal. Do not lubricate the mounting face of the drum or
wheel. Lubricant on the drum or wheel mating surfaces can
reduce friction and cause the components to slip during
operation. Serious personal injury and damage to components
can result.

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4001689a
Figure 6.16

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Install 1-1/2-inch hex two-piece flange nuts into a 275 mm

system with M22 x 1.5 serrated studs. Do not install
1-1/2-inch hex two-piece flange nuts onto M22 x 1.5
serrated studs when 33 mm two-piece hex nuts are used
on the CentroMount-8 system.

Figure 6.17

INCORRECT: STUD
TOO SHORT; INADEQUATE
SUPPORT FOR CAP NUT

7.

Install aluminum wheel nuts onto aluminum wheels. Do not

install steel wheel nuts. An aluminum wheel nut has an
extension to accommodate the thickness of the aluminum.
Figure 6.19 and Figure 6.20.

Figure 6.19

4001690a

CORRECT: ALUMINUM WHEEL

NUT ON ALUMINUM WHEEL

Figure 6.17

3.

Serrated studs do not usually interchange with those in various

hub part numbers. Check the application. Call the OnTrac
Customer Service Center at 866-OnTrac1 (668-7221) for more
information.

4.

Check for R and L stamped in the end of the stud. Figure 6.18.
Install right-hand studs onto the right side of the vehicle, and
left-hand studs onto the left side of the vehicle.

4001692a
Figure 6.19

Figure 6.18

Figure 6.20

RIGHT- AND LEFT-HAND

FASTENERS

INCORRECT: STEEL WHEEL NUT

ON ALUMINUM WHEEL

L
4001691a

Figure 6.18

5.

Some manufacturers color code studs. Check the

manufacturers instructions to verify the color code used.

6.

Install the correct nut into all applications. Do not install rusty,
galled or worn nuts. Ensure that you use the correct nuts in the
following installations.
Install 33 mm hex two-piece flange nuts into ISO
285.75 mm bolt circle diameter (BC) and ISO 335 mm BC
systems.

4001693a
Figure 6.20

8.

Install steel wheel nuts onto steel wheels. Do not install

aluminum wheel nuts. The extension of the aluminum wheel
nut can bottom against the hub flange or brake drum before
the disc is clamped correctly. Figure 6.21 and Figure 6.22.

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Figure 6.21

CORRECT: STEEL WHEEL NUT

ON STEEL WHEEL

11. Ensure that the nut and wheel mate correctly. Ensure that you
install the correct components onto the wheel systems.
Figure 6.23 and Figure 6.24.
If the wheel has a ball seat bolt hole pattern: The nut
must have a spherical surface that seats in the ball seat.
If the wheel has a cylindrical bolt hole pattern: The nut
must have a flat surface that seats against the wheel.
Figure 6.23

4001694a
Figure 6.21

Figure 6.22

INCORRECT: ALUMINUM WHEEL NUT

ON STEEL WHEEL

CORRECT: BALL SEAT WHEEL ON BALL SEAT HUB

4001695a
Figure 6.22

9.

Install nuts with the correct thread size onto the studs. A
correct thread size enables the nut to turn freely on the stud.
An incorrect nut will fit very loosely on the stud thread, which
can cause the thread to strip.

10. Check the extension of the stud through the nut after you
tighten the nut to the specified torque.
If less than two threads extend through the nut, or
more than 3/8-inch (9.5 mm) of the stud extends
through the nut: Check all parts to verify that they are
correct for the wheel system you will install onto the
vehicle.

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INCORRECT: HUB-PILOTED WHEEL ON BALL SEAT HUB

4001697b
Figure 6.23

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Figure 6.24

WARNING
Apply two drops of oil between the nut flange and the hex
portion of the swivel area at each installation if you reinstall
the two-piece flange nuts that have been in service. Without
lubricant, the fasteners may not produce adequate clamp load,
and a wheel can loosen and separate from the vehicle. Serious
personal injury and damage to components can result.

CORRECT: HUB-PILOTED WHEELS ON HUB-PILOTED HUB

13. Apply two drops of oil between the nut flange and the hex
portion of the swivel area at each installation if you reinstall the
two-piece flange nuts that have been in service.
14. Apply two drops of oil to the last two or three threads at the end
of each stud.

WARNING

INCORRECT: BALL SEAT WHEELS ON HUB-PILOTED HUB

4001699b
Figure 6.24

12. Follow the disc wheel manufacturers fastener tightening

sequence when you install fasteners to help ensure a higher
and more uniform clamp load. Figure 6.25. Always check
fasteners at the wheel manufacturers recommended service
intervals.

10
3

1
5

15. Lightly lubricate the hub pilots to ease wheel installation and
removal. Do nut lubricate the mounting face of the drum or
wheel.
16. Retighten all wheel nuts on all systems at 50-100 miles
(80-160 km) to the correct torque specifications.
17. Use the correct installation tools.
18. Ensure that the gross weight does not exceed gross vehicle
weight (GVW). Ensure that the axle loads do not exceed gross
axle weight ratings (GAWR).

Figure 6.25

Lightly lubricate the hub pilots to ease wheel installation and

removal. Do not lubricate the mounting face of the drum or
wheel. Lubricant on the drum or wheel mating surfaces can
reduce friction and cause the components to slip during
operation. Serious personal injury and damage to components
can result.

2
4

2
5

6
3

STUD-PILOTED AND HUB-PILOTED

SINGLE AND DUAL WHEELS

4001686a

Figure 6.25

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Stud Replacement Procedures

Figure 6.26

WARNING
Do not use a hammer to remove or install studs. A hammer can
cause impact damage to the bearing raceway, which will
reduce bearing life. Serious personal injury and damage to
components can result.
Ensure that you do not damage stud threads during installation
procedures. Damaged threads will not allow the stud to
provide the required clamp to support the wheel retention
system. The wheels can loosen and separate from the vehicle.
Serious personal injury and damage to components can result.
If a stud is stripped and needs replacement, use one of the following
procedures.
4000521a

Preferred Method Replacing Studs with the Hub

Installed onto the Vehicle
WARNING
Park the vehicle on a level surface. Block the wheels to
prevent the vehicle from moving. Support the vehicle with
safety stands. Do not work under a vehicle supported only by
jacks. Jacks can slip and fall over. Serious personal injury and
damage to components can result.
1.

Park the vehicle on a level surface. Block the wheels to prevent

the vehicle from moving.

2.

Raise the vehicle so that the front wheels are off the ground.
Support the vehicle with safety stands.

3.

Mark the wheel and hub relationship. Remove the wheel and
tire assembly. Use a paint stick to mark the wheel studs you
are removing. Figure 6.26. Do not reuse the studs.

Figure 6.26

4.

If necessary, back off the brake at the slack adjuster until the
brake shoes retract and the drum clears the linings.
Figure 6.27.

Figure 6.27

4000522a
Figure 6.27

5.

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Remove the brake drum. Figure 6.28.

6 Assembly

Figure 6.28

Figure 6.30

4000523a
4000525a
Figure 6.28
Figure 6.30

6.

Use a 1/2-inch (12.7 mm) drive impact wrench and a ball joint
removal kit to remove the studs. Figure 6.29.

WARNING
Do not lubricate studs or nut threads. Lubricants will not
enable you to tighten fasteners correctly, which causes
excessive clamp load. Studs can break and cause wheels to
loosen and separate from the vehicle. Serious personal injury
can result.

Figure 6.29

9.

Add two drops of oil between the nut flange and the hex portion
of the swivel area on the two-piece flange nuts. Do not use
more than two drops of oil. Figure 6.31.

Figure 6.31

Apply oil here.

NUT
FLANGE
4000524a
Figure 6.29

7.

Use a crocus cloth to clean all the flat surfaces on the wheel
and hub.

8.

Position the new studs into the hub. Align the stud knurls with
the impressions in the hub stud hole. Figure 6.30.

NUT THREADS
HEX
PORTION
4000527a
Figure 6.31

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WARNING

Figure 6.33

Install nuts with the correct thread size onto the studs. A nut
with an incorrect thread size will not turn freely on the stud or
will fit loosely on the stud. The thread can strip, which can
cause loss of clamp load. The wheels can loosen and separate
from the vehicle. Serious personal injury and damage to
components can result.
10. Position the nuts onto the studs. Use a 1/2-inch (12.7 mm)
drive impact wrench to draw the stud into the hub. Do not
exceed 300 lb-ft (408 Nm). Figure 6.32. @
4000530a
Figure 6.32

Figure 6.33

12. Remove all the nuts. Install the wheel and tire assembly.
13. Discard all removed studs.

4000528a
Figure 6.32

11. Use a 0.0015-inch (0.0381 mm) feeler gauge to check that

the stud is correctly seated. Figure 6.33.
If the stud is not correctly seated: Remove the stud,
clean all surfaces and install a new stud as described
previously.
If the stud is still not correctly seated: Replace the hub.

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Hazard Alert Messages

2.

Raise the vehicle so that the wheels are off the floor. Support
the vehicle with safety stands.

Read and observe all Warning and Caution hazard alert messages in
this publication. They provide information that can help prevent
serious personal injury, damage to components, or both.

3.

Remove the capscrews and remove the gasket and the cap
from the hub.

4.

Verify that the brake drum and the hub fasteners are tightened
to the manufacturers specifications.

5.

Attach a dial indicator with the magnetic base at the bottom of

the hub or the brake drum. Adjust the dial indicator so that the
pointer is against the center of the knuckle. Set the dial
indicator on ZERO. Figure 7.1.

7 Adjustment

WARNING
To prevent serious eye injury, always wear safe eye protection
when you perform vehicle maintenance or service.
When you perform a wheel bearing adjustment, observe the
following guidelines.
Always use the correct size wrench socket.

Figure 7.1

Always use a torque wrench to tighten the adjusting nuts to

their correct adjusting torque.

With the indicator

mounted at the
bottom, push and
pull at the side
of the tire.

Do not tighten or loosen the adjusting nuts by hitting the

nuts with a hammer or by hitting a chisel or a drift placed
against the nuts with a hammer. Damage to the nuts can
result. Damaged adjusting nuts can prevent a correct wheel
bearing adjustment, cause possible loss of vehicle
wheel-end equipment and cause serious personal injury.

1000333c

Check and Adjust the Wheel Bearings

Refer to technical publication TP-89159, Axle Wheel Bearing
Installation Specifications, for a summary of all wheel end
installation specifications. To obtain this publication, refer to the
service notes page on the front inside cover of this manual.
The most accurate bearing end play measurement is obtained with
the brake drum and tires removed.

Figure 7.1

NOTE: Do not push or pull at the top and bottom of the hub or
drum, which can affect the end play measurement.
6.

If the brake drum and tires are installed and the bearing
end play is greater than 0.003-inch (0.0762 mm): Remove
the brake drum and the tire-wheel assembly. Recheck bearing
end play.

If the end play is 0.001-0.005-inch (0.025-0.127 mm):

The bearings do not need adjustment.
If the end play is not 0.001-0.005-inch
(0.025-0.127 mm): Adjust the wheel bearings. Figure 7.1.

Front Axles
WARNING
Park the vehicle on a level surface. Block the wheels to
prevent the vehicle from moving. Support the vehicle with
safety stands. Do not work under a vehicle supported only by
jacks. Jacks can slip and fall over. Serious personal injury and
damage to components can result.
1.

Measure the end play by pushing and pulling on each side of

the hub or drum while looking at the dial indicator. The end
play is the total travel observed.

7.

On double nut and lock fasteners: Bend the lock washer off
the wheel bearing nut. Remove the wheel bearing nut, the lock
washer and the pierced lock ring. Figure 7.2.

Park the vehicle on a level surface. Block the wheels to prevent

the vehicle from moving. Set the parking brake.

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Figure 7.2

DOUBLE NUT AND LOCK ADJUSTMENT

PIERCED
OUTER
LOCK
WHEEL
RING
BEARING
NUT

10. Back off the nut one complete turn. Tighten the nut to 50 lb-ft
(68 Nm). Figure 7.4. @
Figure 7.4

1. Tighten nut to 150 lb-ft (203 Nm).

2. Back off the nut one complete turn.
3. Tighten nut to 50 lb-ft (68 Nm).

CAP

ADJUSTING
NUT

CAPSCREW

WHEEL
BEARING NUT
LOCK WASHER,
BEND ONTO OUTER
WHEEL BEARING NUT

1000354d

Figure 7.2

8.

For disc brake wheel ends, back off the brake caliper until the
rotor is clear from the pad linings about 1/16-inch (1.588 mm)
gap or more. Refer to Maintenance Manual MM-0467,
DiscPlus EX225 Air Disc Brake, for more information about
EX225 disc brake inspection and adjustment. To obtain this
publication, refer to the Service Notes page on the front inside
cover of this manual. Figure 7.3.

1000336c

Figure 7.4

11. Perform the following adjustment procedure.

A.

Back off the adjusting nut.

Figure 7.3

For spindle thread diameters of 1-1/8-inches

(28.6 mm) and 1-1/2-inches (38.1 mm): Back off
the nut 1/3 turn.
For spindle thread diameters of 1-3/4-inches
(44.45 mm) and more: Back off the nut 1/4 turn.
B.

Install the pierced lock ring, the lock washer and the
wheel bearing nut.

C.

Tighten the wheel bearing nut.

For spindle thread diameters of 1-1/8-inches
(28.6 mm) up to 2-5/8-inches (66.67 mm): Tighten
the nut to 200-300 lb-ft (271-407 Nm). @

DEADJUST

ADJUST

For spindle thread diameters of 2-5/8-inches

(66.67 mm) and more: Tighten the nut to
250-400 lb-ft (339-542 Nm). @

4005059a

D.
Figure 7.3

9.

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Use a torque wrench to tighten the adjusting nut to 150 lb-ft

(203 Nm) while rotating the tire a minimum of five revolutions.
Figure 7.4. @

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Measure the end play. The end play must be

0.001-0.005-inch (0.025-0.127 mm). Refer to Step 5
and Step 6. Readjust if necessary.

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E.

If the end play is to specification, bend the washer to at

least one flat edge of the outer wheel bearing nut.
Figure 7.2.

Figure 7.6

PIN AND HOLE

NOT ALIGNED

PIN AND HOLE

ALIGNED

12. Install the gasket and the cap onto the hub. Install the
capscrews and tighten to 20-30 lb-ft (27-41 Nm). @
13. Lower the vehicle to the ground. Check for correct vehicle
operation.
TURN
LOCK WASHER

Drive Axles
1.

If not already installed, install the inner wheel bearing adjusting

nut onto the spindle and against the outer bearing so that the
pin in the inner bearing adjusting nut is pointing away from the
bearing. Figure 7.5.

ADJUSTING
NUT
4001407a

Figure 7.6

7.

Assemble the stamped retainer and the outer wheel bearing

adjusting nut onto the spindle.

8.

Tighten the outer nut.

Figure 7.5

HUB

OUTER
WHEEL
BEARING
CUP

OUTER
WHEEL
BEARING
CONE

If the thread pitch diameter is 2.62-inches or greater:

Tighten the outer nut to 100-250 lb-ft (136-399 Nm). @

RETAINER

If the thread pitch diameter is 1.12-2.61-inches:

Tighten the outer nut to 100-150 lb-ft (136-203 Nm). @
9.
INNER
WHEEL
BEARING
ADJUSTING
NUT

WHEEL
BEARING
LOCK WASHER

OUTER
WHEEL
BEARING
ADJUSTING
NUT

Check and adjust the wheel end play to ensure it is

0.001-0.005 inch (0.025-0.127 mm). Use the following
procedure to check the end play.
A.

Attach the magnetic base of a dial indicator to the hub

face. Touch the dial indicator stem against the end of the
spindle.

B.

Tighten the adjusting nut to 200 lb-ft (272 Nm) while rotating
the hub a minimum of five revolutions to fully seat the wheel
bearings. @

Slightly rotate the hub in both directions while pushing

inward until the dial indicator does not change. Set the
dial indicator to ZERO.

C.

Slightly rotate the hub in both directions while pulling

OUTWARD until the dial indicator does not change.

3.

Loosen the inner adjusting nut one full turn.

D.

Read the end play measurement on the dial indicator.

4.

Retighten to 50 lb-ft (68 Nm). @

5.

Loosen the inner adjusting nut 1/4 turn.

6.

Install the lock washer. If the hole in the washer is not aligned
with the inner adjusting nut pin, remove the washer, turn the
washer over and reinstall it. The pin and the hole should now
be aligned. If not, slightly adjust the inner adjusting nut. Use
whichever lock washer side causes the least movement of the
adjusting nut. Figure 7.6.

4001406a
Figure 7.5

2.

If end play does not meet specification: Remove

the outer wheel bearing adjusting nut, the stamped
retainer and the lock washer. Tighten or loosen the
inner adjusting nut as required to set the correct end
play. Repeat Step 6 through Step 8.
NOTE: If you rotate the inner adjusting nut by one hole position, the
end play setting will change by approximately 0.005-inch
(0.127 mm). If the lock washer is turned over and installed, the end
play setting will change by approximately 0.002 inch (0.051 mm).

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10. When end play is correct, bend the two opposing tabs on the
stamped retainer over the flats of the outer wheel bearing
adjusting nut.
11. For optional grease-lubricated wheel ends, install a new grease
seal onto the hub studs and the housing spindle.
12. Install the axle shafts, gasket and tapered dowels at each stud.
13. Install the nuts and the washers onto the studs. Tighten the
nuts to the correct torque value. Refer to Section 9.

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Hazard Alert Messages

8 Troubleshooting

Read and observe all Warning and Caution hazard alert messages in
this publication. They provide information that can help prevent
serious personal injury, damage to components, or both.

WARNING
To prevent serious eye injury, always wear safe eye protection
when you perform vehicle maintenance or service.

Troubleshooting
Diagnostic Chart
Significant wheel end component wear may enable the ABS warning
light and cause a fault code to be set. Slow return of the steering
wheel to its neutral position following completion of a turn may be
another indication of wheel end component wear. Refer to Table B.
Table B: Wheel-End Component Troubleshooting
Condition

Cause

Correction

Tires wear out quickly

or have uneven tire
tread wear.

Tires have incorrect air pressure.

Place the specified air pressure in the tires.

Tires are out-of-balance.

Balance or replace the tires.

Tandem axle alignment is incorrect.

Align the tandem axles.

Toe-in setting is incorrect.

Adjust the toe-in to the specified setting.

Steering arm geometry is incorrect.

Service the steering system as necessary.

Wheel end play is excessive.

Readjust the wheel bearings.

Power steering system pressure is low.

Repair the power steering system.

Steering gear linkage is not assembled correctly.

Assemble the steering gear correctly.

Steering linkage needs lubrication.

Lubricate the steering linkage.

King pins are binding.

Replace the king pins.

Steering arm geometry is incorrect.

Service the steering system as necessary.

Caster is out-of-adjustment.

Adjust the caster as necessary.

Tie rod ends are hard to move.

Replace the tie rod ends.

Thrust bearing is worn.

Replace the thrust bearing.

Tie rod ends require lubrication.

Lubricate the ends of the cross tube. Verify that the

lubrication schedule is followed.

Operating conditions are severe.

Increase the frequency of inspection and lubrication

intervals.

Boot on the tie rod end is damaged.

Replace the boot.

Vehicle is hard to
steer.

Tie rod ends are worn

and require
replacement.

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Condition

Cause

Correction

Bent or broken cross

tube, tie rod end ball
stud, steering arm or
tie rod end.
Component requires
replacement.

Too much pressure exists in the power steering

system. Pressure exceeds the vehicle
manufacturers specification.

Adjust the power steering system to the specified pressure.

Power steering system cut-off pressure is out of

adjustment.

Adjust the power steering system to the specified pressure.

Vehicle is operated under severe conditions.

Verify that the vehicle is operated correctly.

Add-on type of power steering system is not

installed correctly.

Correctly install the add-on power steering system.

Steering gear overtravel poppets are incorrectly

set or malfunctioning.

Check for correct operation or adjust the overtravel of the

poppets to the vehicle manufacturers specifications.

Axle stops are incorrectly set.

Set the axle stops to the vehicle manufacturers

specification.

Drag link fasteners are tightened higher than the

vehicle manufacturer specified.

Tighten the drag link fasteners to the vehicle manufacturers

specified torque.

Lubrication is lacking or incorrect.

Lubricate the linkage with the specified lubricant.

Power steering stops are out-of-adjustment.

Adjust the stops to the specified dimension.

Seals and gaskets are worn or missing.

Replace the seals and gaskets.

Lubricant is incorrect.

Lubricate the axle with the specified lubricant.

Axle is not lubricated at the scheduled frequency.

Lubricate the axle at the scheduled frequency.

Use of incorrect lubrication procedures.

Use the correct lubrication procedures.

Lubrication schedule does not match operating

conditions.

Change the lubrication schedule to match the operating

conditions.

Caster is out-of-adjustment.

Adjust the caster.

Wheels or tires are out-of-balance.

Balance or replace the wheels or tires.

Shock absorbers are worn.

Replace the shock absorbers.

Worn or broken
steering ball stud.

Worn king pins and

king pin bushings.

Vibration or shimmy of
front axle during
operation.

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9 Specifications

Torque Specifications
9 Specifications

MFS, MS and RS Series Wheel-End Components

Table C: Conventional Wheel-End Torque Specifications
Jam Nut
Torque
Lb-Ft
(Nm)
200-300
(271-407)

Rotor
Attach Bolt
Size

Rotor
Attach Bolt
Torque
Lb-Ft (Nm)

Axle Shaft
Axle Shaft Fastener
Fastener Torque Lb-Ft
(Nm)1
Size

1/2-13

75/100

Axle
Model

Hub and Drum or

Rotor Assembly Hub

Initial
Adjusting
Nut Torque
Drum
or Rotor Lb-Ft (Nm)

MFS6

17159761000

15976

123625

MFS6

17159771000

15977

123626

MFS8

17159641006

15964

123557

9/16-12

100/125

MFS10

17159101004

15910

123557

9/16-18

70/95

MFS12

1515632311

15632

123366

MS113

16159741000

15974

123618

1/2-13

75/100

M12x1.75 85-95
(115-129)

16159751000

15975

123624

RS13

16159731000

15973

123617

9/16-12

100/125

1/2-20

75-115
(102-156)

RS17

16157191000

15719

123557

RS21

1415675107MTB 15675

123207

5/8-18

150-230
(203-312)

RS21

16159431000

123574

5/8-18

150-230
(203-312)

100 (136)

100-150
(136-203)

100-200
(136-339)

RS19

15943

Refer to Axle Division recommendations.

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FH and MC Series Wheel-End Components

Table D: Wheel-End Torque Specifications
Axle Model

Bolt Joint

Fastener Size

Torque Lb-Ft

Torque Nm

FH Series

Torque Plate-to-Knuckle

0.75 x 16

310-400

420-540

FH Series

Brake Spider-to-Knuckle

0.75 x 16

310-400

420-540

MC12

Torque Plate/Spindle/Frame Flange

0.625 x 11

180-230

245-310

MC12

Brake Spider/Spindle/Frame Flange

0.625 x 11

180-230

245-310

MC14/MC16

Torque Plate/Spindle/Frame Flange

0.75 x 10

326-420

440-570

MC14/MC16

Brake Spider/Spindle/Frame Flange

0.75 x 10

326-420

440-570

FH and MC Series

UWE Bearing/Rotor/Wheel Adapter

M18 x 1.5

250-300*

340-410*

FH and MC Series

UWE Pro-Torque Nut

2.25-12

500-700**

675-950**

FH and MC Series

UWE Wheel Adapter Inspection Plug

0.375-18

25 Min

34 Min

FH and MC Series

EX225H Carrier-to-Torque Plate Bolts

M20 x 1.5

350-450

475-610

FH and MC Series

Hub Cap

0.31 x 18

12-18

16-24

FH and MC Series

Hub Cap

0.375-16

12-18

16-24

FH and MC Series

Hub Cap Filler Plug

15-25

20-34

* Tighten bolts in a star pattern, repeat pattern to verify. Re-check torques every 30,000 miles, or before.
** Assemble Pro-torque nut with anti-seize compound on the threads.

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Drive Axle Wheel-End Components

Table E: Axle Shaft Torque Specifications
Description
Axle Shaft-to-Flange Capscrew

Size
0.312"-24
0.50"-13
Axle Shaft-to-Flange Nut
0.438"-20
(Plain Nut)
0.50"-20
0.562"-18
0.625"-18
Axle Shaft-to-Flange Nut
0.438"-20
(Locknut)
0.50"-20
0.562"-18
0.625"-18
*Target the middle torque value in the range shown.

Torque Range*
Lb-ft
18-24
85-115
50-75
75-115
110-165
150-230
40-65
65-100
100-145
130-190

Nm
24-33
115-156
68-102
102-156
149-224
203-312
54-88
88-136
136-197
176-258

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If a pressure packer is not available: Grease the

bearings by hand.

Hazard Alert Messages

10 Lubrication and Maintenance

Read and observe all Warning and Caution hazard alert messages in
this publication. They provide information that can help prevent
serious personal injury, damage to components, or both.

WARNING

7.

Install the inner and outer bearing cones into the cups in the
hubs. The bearing cups must be pressed tight against the
shoulder in the hubs.

8.

Install new wheel seals into the hubs.

To prevent serious eye injury, always wear safe eye protection

when you perform vehicle maintenance or service.

9.

Install the hub and the wheel and tire assembly. Install the
outer wheel bearing cone into the hub. Install the adjusting nut.

Conventional Wheel Ends

10. Adjust the wheel bearings.

Wheel-End Maintenance
Grease-Lubricated Wheel Bearings

Oil-Lubricated Wheel Bearings Recommended

Hub Fill Procedure for Drive Axles Equipped With
Hub or Axle Shaft Fill Plugs

1.

Park the vehicle on a level surface. Place blocks under the

wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving.

1.

Park the vehicle on a level surface. Place blocks under the

wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving.

2.

Raise the vehicle so that the wheels are off the ground.
Support the vehicle with safety stands.

2.

Rotate the hub until the fill plugs are at the top.

3.

Remove the oil fill plugs. Fill each hub cavity with two pints (1
L) of rear axle lubricant. Figure 10.2.

3.

Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Remove and dissemble

the hub.

4.

Use the correct cleaning solvent to remove the old grease from
all parts. Discard the seals. Inspect the wheel bearings for
wear or damage. Replace worn or damaged bearings.

5.

Before installing the wheel bearings, lubricate the bearing

journals on the spindle with the grease that is used for the
bearings. Figure 10.1.

Figure 10.2

TYPICAL OIL-LUBRICATED WHEEL BEARINGS

Figure 10.1

TYPICAL GREASE-LUBRICATED WHEEL BEARINGS

LUBE

402155a

OIL RESERVOIR
Figure 10.2

1003337a
Figure 10.1

6.

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Use a pressure packer to force the specified grease from the

large end of the cones into the cavities between the rollers and
cage. Pack the hub between the bearing cups with grease to
the level of the smallest diameter of the cups.

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4.

Install and tighten the fill plugs to 10 lb-ft (13.8 Nm)

minimum. @

5.

Road test the vehicle after the initial hub fill in an unloaded
condition for one to two miles at safe speeds, but no higher
than 25 mph (40 km/h). During the road test, make at least
four full left turns and four full right turns with some articulation
each time between left and right sides.

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6.

Wait approximately ten minutes after completing the road test

for the oil to settle. Remove the oil fill plug in the axle housing
and check the axle oil level.

7.

If necessary, add oil so the oil level is at the bottom of the fill
plug.

8.

Install and tighten the axle fill plug. Refer to Section 9 for the
correct torque values.

Oil-Lubricated Wheel Bearings Recommended

Hub Fill Procedures for Drive Axles Without Hub or
Axle Shaft Fill Plugs

7.

Install and tighten the axle fill plug. Refer to Section 9 for the
correct torque values.

8.

Road test the vehicle in an unloaded condition for one to two

miles (1.6-3.2 km) at speeds not more than 25 mph (40 km/h).
Recheck the lubricant levels and all of the fasteners. Adjust as
necessary.

Option B
1.

Park the vehicle on a level surface. Place blocks under the

wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving.

2.

Remove the axle shaft fasteners and slide the axle shaft out of
the drive axle assembly.

3.

Remove the wheel end nuts and lock washers.

4.

Remove the outer bearing cone.

5.

Insert a filling nozzle into the hub cavity and fill with
approximately 6-9 oz. (177-266 ml) of axle lubricant.
Figure 10.3.

Option A
1.

Park the vehicle on a level surface. Place blocks under the

wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving.

WARNING
Verify the vehicle is unloaded before you raise the end of an
axle. A loaded vehicle can change an axle's center of gravity
and safe allowable tilt angle. If the axle of a loaded vehicle is
raised, the vehicle can tip over. Serious personal injury and
damage to components can result.

Figure 10.3

NOZZLE

Ensure the tilt angle of the vehicle does not exceed the
maximum allowable angle when the end of the axle is raised.
A vehicle tilted beyond the maximum allowable angle can lose
stability and cause the vehicle to tip over. Serious personal
injury and damage to components can result.
2.

Verify the vehicle is unloaded. Ensure the tilt of the vehicle does
not exceed the maximum allowable angle. Raise one end of an
axle 11-12-inches (28-31 cm). Hold the axle in that position
for at least 15 minutes to allow the oil to flow out to the wheel
hub. Repeat the procedure on the other end of the axle.
Figure 10.2.

4010584a
Figure 10.3

3.

Check the oil level in the axle housing and refill to the bottom of
the fill plug. Install and tighten the axle fill plug. Refer to
Section 9 for the correct torque values.

6.

Place a drain pan under the hub. Continue to fill until you
observe fluid beginning to flow out of the hub cavity down the
face of the hub. Some fluid loss is to be expected.

4.

Road test the vehicle after the initial hub fill in an unloaded
condition for one to two miles at safe speeds, but no higher
than 25 mph (40 km/h). During the road test, make at least
four full left turns and four full right turns with some articulation
each time between left and right sides.

7.

Install the outer bearing cone, wheel end nuts and lock
washers. Refer to Section 6 for procedures.

8.

Thoroughly clean the hub so it is free of any lubricant or debris.

Reinstall the axle shaft gasket and axle shaft.

5.

Wait approximately ten minutes after completing the road test

for the oil to settle. Remove the oil fill plug in the axle housing
and check the axle oil level.

9.

6.

If necessary, add oil so the oil level is at the bottom of the fill
plug.

Road test the vehicle in an unloaded condition for one to two

miles (1.6-3.2 km) at speeds not more than 25 mph (40 km/h).
Recheck the lubricant levels and all of the fasteners. Adjust as
necessary.

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Lubrication Intervals and Specifications

For military on/off highway and military severe duty applications,
refer to TP-10109. For a copy of this technical bulletin, contact the
OnTrac Customer Service Center at 866-OnTrac1 (668-7221).
Table F: Wheel-End Axle Greasing Intervals and Specifications

Greasing Interval

Grease

Whichever comes first:

Multi-Purpose
Grease1

Replacing Seals
Relining Brakes
On-Highway: 30,000 miles
(48 000 km)/Once a year

NLGI
Grade

Grease
Description

O-617-A,
preferred, or
O-617-B,
acceptable

1 or 2

Lithium
12-Hydroxy
Stearate or
Lithium
Complex

Wheel
Bearings

King Pins

O-704,
recommended

On/Off Highway and

Off-Highway: 15,000 miles
(24 140 km)/Twice a year

Typical
Applicatio
n

Meritor
Specification

TEK-678
Calcium
Sulfonate

Hubs
Spindle

Outside
Temperature
Refer to the grease
manufacturers
specifications for
the temperature
service limits.

Brake
Anchor
Pins
Brake
Camshafts

Meritor recognizes that industry trends are moving toward increased selection and usage of synthetic grease in vehicle maintenance. However, some seals
are known to expand when in contact with synthetic grease. Consult your local Meritor representative for synthetic grease application references before using
any synthetic grease when performing wheel-end service and maintenance.
Engineered Custom Lubricants (ECL), 45800 Mast Street, Plymouth, MI 48170, 734-451-2800, www.ecllube.com

Table G: Wheel-End Oil Change Intervals and Specifications

Operation

On-Highway

Off-Highway

Check Oil Level

1,000 miles (1600 km)

1,000 miles (1600 km)

Petroleum Oil Change

Whichever comes first. Seals replaced. Brakes relined.

100,000 miles (160 000 km). Once a year.

Whichever comes first. Seals replaced. Brakes

relined. Once a year.

Synthetic Oil Change

Whichever comes first. Seals replaced. Brakes relined.

100,000 miles (160 000 km). Once a year.

Whichever comes first. Seals replaced. Brakes

relined. Once a year.

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Table H: Approved Lubricants

Outside Temperature

Meritor Specifications

Military/SAE
Specifications

Oil Description

Min.

Max.

Min.

Max.

GL-5, SAE 85W/140

10

None

12

None

GL-5, SAE 80W/90

15

None

26

None

O-76-E Gear Oil

GL-5, SAE 75W/90

40

None

40

None

O-76-J Gear Oil

GL-5, SAE 75

40

35

40

O-76-M Full-Synthetic Oil

GL-5, SAE 75W/140

40

None

40

None

O-76-N Full-Synthetic Oil

GL-5, SAE 75W/90

40

None

40

None

O-76-A Gear Oil

O-76-D Gear Oil

MIL-PRF-2105-E
and SAE J2360

Heavy-Duty Engine Oil

MIL-L-2104 E or F

A.P.I. -CD, -CE, -SG, -SH or

-SJ SAE 40 or 501

10

None

12

None

Heavy-Duty Engine Oil

MIL-L-210 E or F

A.P.I. -CD, -CE, -SG, -SH or

-SJ SAE 302

15

None

26

None

1
2

Current designations are acceptable. Multi-grade engine oils are acceptable if the SAE rating ends in 40 or 50.
Current designations are acceptable. Multi-grade engine oils are acceptable if the SAE rating ends in 30.

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Description
11 Special Tools

Wheel-End Seal Driver Application Chart

To obtain these tools, refer to the Service Notes page on the front
inside cover of this manual.
Table I: Seal Drivers and Corresponding Axle Models
Seal Driver Figure Reference

Base Axle Model Number

Figure 11.1

MS-12-113

Figure 11.2

RS-17-145 and RS-19-145

Figure 11.3 and Figure 11.4

RS-13-120

Figure 11.5

RS-21-145 Cam Brake and

Disc Brake

Figure 11.6

MFS-6

Figure 11.7

MFS-8

Figure 11.8

MFS-10

Figure 11.9

MFS-12

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Figure 11.1

MS-12-113 AXLE

4
5

7
2
1
9

16

8
10

11

15
14
13
12

4004346a
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8

2.17 (55 MM)

0.079 (2 MM) RADIUS
5.9 (150 MM)
1.18 (30 MM)
0.2 (5 MM)
0.06 (1.5 MM)
1.02 (26 MM)
0.55 (14 MM)

9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16

R 0.06 (1.5 MM)

R 0.06 (1.5 MM)
R 0.2 (5 MM)
4.96 (126 MM)
8.22 (82 MM) 0.004 (0.1 MM)
2.49 (63.3 MM)
1.57 (40 MM)
1.5 (38 MM)

Figure 11.1

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Figure 11.2

RS-17-145 AND RS-19-145 AXLE

9
10

11

12
3

13

14

15

16

1
18

19

20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27

4004345a
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14

6 (152.4 MM) SPHERE RADIUS

1.75 (44.45 MM) DIAMETER
2.25 (57.15 MM) DIAMETER
0.06 (1.52 MM) X 45 TYP
0.06 (1.52 MM) X 45
0.13 (3.3 MM) RADIUS
COARSE KNURL
0.5 (12.7 MM) RADIUS
0.25 (6.35 MM) X 45
0.03 (0.76 MM) X 45
0.06 (1.52 MM) R-TYP
0.25 (6.35 MM) RADIUS
1.25 (31.75 MM)
2.75 (69.85 MM)

Figure 11.2

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15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27

3.24 (82.296 MM) DIAMETER

5.25 (133.1 MM) DIAMETER
5.63 (143 MM) DIAMETER
3.5 (88.9 MM)
0.25 (6.35 MM) X 30
3.25 (82.55 MM)
3.37 (85.6 MM)
4.25 (107.95 MM)
6.25 (158.75 MM)
11 (279.4 MM)
11.25 (285.75 MM)
11.75 (298.45 MM)
12.5 (317.5 MM)

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Figure 11.3

RS-13-120 AXLE
EXCLUDES MERITOR RS-13-120 AXLES EQUIPPED WITH WHEEL SEAL
PART NUMBER A1205W1557; AND HINO RS-13-120 AXLES
7

10
5

11

12

13

14 15

16

27

17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
4004342a
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14

0.13 (3.3 MM) RADIUS (2)

0.06 (1.524 MM) X 45 CHAMFER (2)
6 (152.4 MM) SPHERE RADIUS 0.25 (6.35 MM)
2 (50.8 MM) DIAMETER
2.5 (63.5 MM) DIAMETER
COARSE KNURL
0.25 (6.35 MM) X 45 CHAMFER
0.12 (3.05 MM) R, POLISH
0.6 (1.52 MM) R-TYP
0.25 (6.35 MM)
1.5 (38.1 MM) DIAMETER
2.38 (60.45 MM) DIAMETER
2.87/2.872 (72.9/72.95 MM) DIAMETER
3.26 (82.8 MM) DIAMETER

15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27

1 4.5 (114.3 MM) DIAMETER

4.75 (120.65) DIAMETER
0.25 (6.35 MM) X 30
1.43 (36.32 MM)
1.63 (41.4 MM)
2 (50.8 MM)
2.1 (53.34 MM)
2.25 (57.15 MM)
3 (76.2 MM)
7 (177.8 MM)
7.5 (190.5 MM)
8.25 (209.55 MM)
45

Figure 11.3

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Figure 11.4

RS-13-120 AXLE WITH QUADRAULICTM DISC BRAKES

INCLUDES MERITOR RS-13-120 AXLES EQUIPPED WITH WHEEL SEAL
PART NUMBER A1205W1557; AND HINO RS-13-120 AXLES
1
2
3
4
5
6
7

25

23
16
24

13
15

21

14
12

17
22

11
10

20
19

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13

8.5(215.9 MM)
7.75 (196.85 MM)
7.25 (184.15 MM)
2.7 (68.58 MM)
2.5 (63.5 MM)
2.35 (59.69 MM)
1.5 (38.1 MM)
0.25 (6.35 MM)
5.87 (149.1 MM) 0.001 DIAMETER
5.3 (134.62 MM) DIAMETER
4.79 (121.67 MM) DIAMETER
4.25 (107.95 MM) DIAMETER
3.405 (86.487 MM) DIAMETER

Figure 11.4

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14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25

2.871 (72.923 MM) 0.001 DIAMETER

2.38 (60.452 MM) DIAMETER
30
45
2.25 (57.15 MM)
0.965 (24.511 MM) 0.005 SEAL DEPTH
0.67 (17.018 MM)
6.0 (152.4 MM) RADIUS
1.5 (38.1 MM) DIAMETER
2.0 (50.8 MM) DIAMETER
2.5 (63.5 MM) DIAMETER
KNURLED SURFACE ON HANDLE

4007377a

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Figure 11.5

RS-21-145 AXLE (CAM BRAKE AND DISC BRAKE)

9

11

5
4

10

12
3

13 14

15

16

17

18

1
20

19

21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
4004344a
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15

6 (152.4 MM) SPHERE RADIUS

1.75 (44.45 MM) DIAMETER
2.25 (57.15 MM) DIAMETER
0.06 (1.524 MM) X 45 TYP
0.06 (1.524 MM) X 45 TYP
0.13 (3.302 MM) RADIUS
COARSE KNURL
0.5 (12.7 MM) RADIUS
0.25 (6.35 MM) X 45
0.02 (0.5 MM) X 45 CHAMFER (2)
0.12 (3.05 MM) RADIUS
0.25 (6.35 MM) RADIUS
1.25 (31.75 MM) DIAMETER
3.25 (82.55 MM) DIAMETER
3.745 (95.123 MM) DIAMETER

16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30

5.775 (146.685 MM) DIAMETER

5.875 (149.225 MM) DIAMETER
6.25 (158.75 MM) DIAMETER
0.25 (6.35 MM) X 30
2.75 (69.85 MM)
60
0.11 (2.79 MM)
2.75 (69.85 MM)
2.81 (71.374 MM)
3.62 (91.95 MM)
5.75 (146.05 MM)
10.5 (266.7 MM)
10.75 (273.1 MM)
11.25 (285.75 MM)
12 (304.8 MM)

Figure 11.5

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Figure 11.6

MFS-6 AXLE

5
14
6
9

10
11
12
13

4004354a
1
2
3
4
5
6
7

5.9 (150 MM)

1.02 (26 MM)
R 0.2 (5 MM)
0.13 (8 MM)
0.75 (19 MM)
1.85 (47 MM)
R 0.06 (1.5 MM)

Figure 11.6

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9
10
11
12
13
14

R 0.2 (5 MM)
1.5 (38 MM)
1.1 (28 MM)
1.77 (45 MM)
2.26 (57.3 MM) 0.01 (0.25 MM)
3.66 (93 MM)
R 0.08 (2 MM)

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Figure 11.7

MFS 08 AXLE

9
8
10

15

12
1

13

14

11

21
16

20
22
17

17
18

19
4004353a
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11

6 (152.4 MM) SPHERE RADIUS

1.5 (38.1 MM) DIAMETER
2 (50.8 MM) DIAMETER
0.06 (1.52 MM) X 45 TYP
R 0.13 (3.3 MM)
COARSE KNURL
R 0.5 (12.7 MM)
0.25 (6.35 MM) X 45 TYP
0.25 (6.35 MM) X 60
0.03 (0.76 MM) X 45
1 (25 MM) DIAMETER-8.5 (216 MM) DEEP

12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22

2.16 (54.8 MM) DIAMETER

3.29 (83.57 MM)
4.5 (114 MM)
R 0.25 (6.35 MM)
0.1 (2.54 MM)
0.75 (19.1 MM)
2 (50.8 MM)
10 (254 MM)
5 (127 MM)
0.5 (12.7 MM)
0.75 (19.1 MM)

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Figure 11.8

MFS-10 AXLE
8
7

11

10

12

13

1
2

15
16
17
18
19
20
21
4004351a
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11

0.13 (3.3 MM) RADIUS (2)

0.6 (1.52 MM) X 45 CHAMFER (2)
6 (152.4 MM) SPHERE RADIUS 0.25 (6.35 MM)
2 (50.8 MM) DIAMETER
2.5 (63.5 MM) DIAMETER
COARSE KNURL
0.25 (6.35 MM) X 45 CHAMFER
0.03 (0.76 MM) X 45 CHAMFER (2)
0.12 (3.05 MM) X 0.13 (3.3 MM) CHAMFER
1.5 (38.1 MM) DIAMETER
2 (50.8 MM)

Figure 11.8

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13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21

2.62/2.622 (66.55/66.6 MM) DIAMETER

4.5 (114 MM) DIAMETER
5 (127 MM) DIAMETER
2.25 (57.2 MM)
2.75 (69.9 MM)
2.85 (72.4 MM)
3.5 (88.9 MM)
7.5 (190.5 MM)
8 (203.2 MM)
8.75 (222.25 MM)

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Figure 11.9

MFS-12 AXLE
7

12

11

13

14

15

16

10

17

1
2

18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
4004352a
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13

0.13 (3.3 MM) RADIUS (2)

0.06 (1.52 MM) X 45 CHAMFER (2)
6 (152.4 MM) SPHERE RADIUS 2.5
2 (50.8 MM)
2.5 (63.5 MM) DIAMETER
COARSE KNURL
0.03 (0.76 MM) X 45 CHAMFER (2)
0.06 (1.52 MM) R-2PLS
0.12 (3.05 MM) X 30
0.25 (6.35 MM) R
1.5 (38.1 MM) DIAMETER
2 (50.8 MM) DIAMETER
2.60/2.622 (66.55/66.6 MM) DIAMETER

14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25

4.4 (111.76 MM) DIAMETER

4.865 (123.57 MM) DIAMETER
5.38 (136.65 MM) DIAMETER
0.03 (0.76 MM) R. MAX.
2.25 (57.15 MM)
2.5 (63.5 MM)
2.62 (69.85 MM)
2.75 (69.85 MM)
3.5 (88.9 MM)
7.5 (190.5 MM)
8 (203.2 MM)
8.75 (222.25 MM)

Figure 11.9

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Unitized Wheel-End Dial Indicator Adapter Fitting

Figure 11.10

5/8
(15.88 MM)

11/16
(17.46 MM)
13/32 (10.32 MM)
SET SCREW
(SIZE OPT)

1/2 (12.7 MM)

1-1/8
(28.58 MM)
3/8
(9.53 MM)
3/8 - 18
PTF

4005546a

Figure 11.10

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Tool for Removal of Rotors Seized on Unitized Wheel Ends Bus and Coach FH Series Front
and Tag Axle, and MC Series Tag Axle
Figure 11.11

0.6685"
(16.98 MM)
0.611"
(15.51 MM)

5.236"
(133 MM)

2.677"
(68 MM)

0.060"
(1.524 MM)

5.118"
(130 MM)

0.098"
(2.48 MM)

4009011a

Figure 11.11

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