Replacing wheel stud

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I need to replace a wheel stud on the Lexus. I watched the videos and they all day to remove the caliper and rotor. Why can’t I just punch it out and replace without taking these two components off?
 
Really depends on the vehicle. I’ve only ever had to replace a front one on a 2011 Fusion. The dust shield behind the rotor had to be cut/bent out of the way in this case. Or just fully removed, which I didn’t do. Otherwise it was super easy.
 
I replaced a rear wheel stud on my Camry and just had to rotate the pads/caliber out of the way. Took longer to get the car jacked up and the wheel off than to replace the stud.
 
If it's clear to pop out, go for it. Most times I have done it, there is often the edge of the disc dust shield in the way.
 
Good luck. If I can make one quality of life recommendation for a stud replacement, it would be to rent this tool from Oreilleys.


They call it a tie rod remover but Toyota lists the part number as a stud press. Made the job incredibly easy on my rust belt car and it avoids having to hammer on the hub which could damage the wheel bearing.
 
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