To remove the hub and bearing assembly, start by loosening the rear wheel lug nuts and, on AWD models, the rear driveaxle/hub nut. Then, raise the rear of the vehicle and support it securely on jackstands, removing the wheel and blocking the front wheels to prevent rolling. Next, remove the brake disc, followed by the upper
Control Arm (for 2015 or earlier models or 2016 Malibu Limited), and the ABS wheel speed sensor. Finally, detach the hub and bearing assembly from the knuckle, guiding the driveaxle out of the hub splines for AWD models. To install, reverse the removal steps, ensuring to tighten the hub and bearing bolts, caliper mounting bracket bolts, and caliper mounting bolts to the correct torque specifications. For AWD models, tighten the driveaxle/hub nut to the proper torque specifications. Finish by installing the wheel and lug nuts, lowering the vehicle, and tightening the lug nuts to the proper torque specification.