How To Replace Front Wheel Bearing & Hub 07-13 Chevy Silverado Truck

1A Auto shows you how to repair, install, fix, change or replace a worn out, vibrating or groaning front wheel bearing hub. This video is applicable to the Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra, model years 07, 08, 09, 10, 11, 12, and 13.
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[@SKANK_HUNT49]

Shouldn't I use Loctite the hub assembly bolts?

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[@bryceweigle6599]

Doing the cv axle and wheel hub assembly on my 09 Silverado 1500 this weekend. I now buy all my parts through you and it’s really helpful with the how to videos. Thanks guys!!

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This is a real how to video. Easy to follow, step by step. Will buy from these guys based on this alone! Great job!

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[@jaysonboyer7143]

Great video. Love when guys get straight to the point......we type in what we're looking for, and unlike most videos, these guys are doing just what I typed searching for. Thx so much

[@NoName-be5ir]

2007 gmc 1500 4x4. .. Had to put the bearing bolts back in and pound on the bolts to get it to back out. ( put socket on before pounding) beat on it with a hammer wouldn’t budge till I put bolts back in the back side The 36 mm bolt.. mercy 3 ft cheater bar wouldn’t break it loose. Had to get impact and about 2 mins finally Got it. Put your 3/8 drives away use all 1/2 drives. Snapped a 3/8 extension. Sure helps to have the right tools ahead of time lol

[@lazynoodle7730]

Torque spec -Wheel bearing (3) 133 ftlb -brake caliper (2) 100 ftlb -brake piston bolt (2) 50 ftlb -wheel lug nuts (6) 140 ftlb

[@kevinswartz2396]

What about the axle nut?

[@ronriley7759]

177ftlbs

[@vilmosbarko6760]

Thanks for the detailed video! The shop wanted over $700. I was able to do it in under two hours following the instructions in the video. It’s great that you are giving the torque so I didn’t have to look it up elsewhere.

[@DeSilverJ]

Great video and excellent quality. Did the repair on my ‘08 sierra and worked perfectly. Thank you for putting the video out!

[@1AAuto]

+DeSilver Nickerson Thank you for the great reply. We love to empower our customers by showing you how-to perform your own auto repairs while installing our high quality auto parts. Have a great day! 1aauto.com

[@stoogelover]

Thank you for an amazing, simple, thorough video! Life saver!

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You have the best videos on KZbin you're very clear and very knowledgeable appreciate it

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+Mike Mills Thank you for the great reply. We love to empower our customers by showing you how-to perform your own auto repairs while installing our high quality auto parts. Have a great day! 1aauto.com

[@MrMillhouse6666]

Really like your videos, very helpful. Just noticed you did not put the dust cap back on after tightening the center nut.

[@tomasinfante77036]

Nor the T30 torx but good videos. 👍👍👍👍

[@lanejohnson8552]

Hi. Love your how to videos. Just replaced my dads rotors and pads I bought from you guys on his 2008 Silverado easily thanks to your video. I will be ordering a hub and possibly an axle for my 2007 Silverado which needs replacing. You also have a video on replacing the axle/cv joints on this truck. If you are replacing the brakes and hub as well do you still need to remove the shock in order to replace the axle/cv joint assembly you sell? Seems like after removing the hub you can just remove the 6 bolts from the differential and just remove the axle without removing the shock?? Thanks.

[@TheReyray]

awesome video guys. i was able to do mine in an hour. i removed the brake mounting caliper as a complete assembly without any issues. Thank you!

[@ronaldallen1252]

Thanks for the video. I replaced both wheel bearings under 3 hours.

[@MrEricMcCullough]

Great video! East and straight forward. Thanks for adding the other clip in and no biggie that it wasn’t in order. Forgot to put your grease cap back on!

[@wrathmax1887]

Really easy to follow really cured my anxiety about doing the job myself after watching this lol 😆 😅. Does this apply for a 2011 2500HD as well? I'd assume yes?! Amazing products and videos! Thanks!! Yall Rock!

[@hollandbuzzard1039]

Just disassembled the right front on a 2008 Silverado, and the axle nut was actually 35 mm not 36. Glad I had a set. Had trouble getting the hub out, so I reinserted the bolts and left a gap. Then I used my air hammer alternating bolt heads.

[@coreyverrill7601]

thanks 1Aauto for the simple and easy to follow video! this was my goto guide for replacing my hub assembly so thank you!

[@1AAuto]

+Corey Verrill Thanks for watching. We carry the replacement part shown in this video on our website. Here is a link to them, if any of our viewers needs to make this repair www.1aauto.com/1A/front-wheel-bearings-and-hubs/Chevy/Silverado1500/1ASHF00197?KZbin&CTA+Comment&XknVcvYIM

[@ryanryanryan4329]

Do you have to remove the top cap from br the master cylinder will you feel the brake fluid before you clap down on the brake to move it back into position so you can put on the new brakes

[@jboe1257]

Awesome video. Will be attempting this project this weekend. Thank you.

[@99jaystang]

you guys must be from the south because my 2007 had more rust and corrosion from our hard winters here in Canada, and salt on the roads. My hub didn't come off that easy. I had torch heat, big hammer and a puller got mine off.

[@99jaystang]

thanks for the video

[@Carlzday]

my trucks underbody looks great and i'm from northern ontario. spend 200 bucks a year and have your vehicle uncoated... or, for 125 bucks for the spray gun and 80 for 5 gallons of underspray from maslack -- you could do it yourself , pays for itself the first time and you can do 3, really well covered undercoats with the 5 gallons.

[@donalddean2113]

This is a much better video than the older one I watched, I like the detail he adds to the instruction.

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[@proletariat9467]

Love your videos, so helpful ,step by step.

[@richardkeith6822]

Really enjoyed the video. A lot of good information, it'll make it easier for me when I replace the hub bearing assembly on my Silverado!! Thnx!👍

[@josafatalvarez3728]

I have a 3500 gmc sierra 4x4 dually...I cant pull the center nut out...i already broke a brake bar...I have a half inch impact but that's not enough...any suggestions to pull center nut out? Thank you for your video!

[@Desmadre_tv]

very helpful video makes the job easier i was already breaking my head thanks

[@geauxcuts4496]

Just bought the hub. Great deal for the pair, I’m hoping the are good quality. Thanks!

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+Waylon Ratcliffe Thank you for your feedback and your business!

[@DrZ71]

So I was just wondering… do you not need to replace the axle nut dust cover on the hub??? Thanks great video.

[@justonfontenot3839]

how long does it take usaully to replace the hub never done it but i got to get it done beforetomorrow

[@bryceschroeder5411]

Great job! Helped me through the entire thing!

[@1AAuto]

+Bryce Schroeder Thanks for watching, We are glad that this has helped you out. Have a great day! 1aauto.com

[@shennick1067]

The best how to do it video and explanation I have seen . GREAT JOB. THANKS. It makes life easier. GMC. Gentleman's Club.

[@shauncolgan5954]

Great video helped me get it done. Y'all forgot the t30 bolt lol

[@Poopoopoop100]

Shaun Colgan don’t need it. Gm recommends you take it out. It’s only in to hold the rotor on during assembly in the factory

[@traviswwilliams7171]

@@Poopoopoop100 no joke?

[@arsbadmojo]

@@Poopoopoop100 "Gm recommends you take it out.". Got a source for this? Honestly, I can't think of a really good reason it needs to be there, and no one is going to cry over it being missing, but that's far different from GM recommending it.

[@jestep9]

Great video thanks! I don’t remember you putting the T30 torques bolts back in. Did I miss that or are they optional

[@croteaud]

Very helpful video. Did my own today without a hitch! thanks for posting

[@croteaud]

Oh, one thing, the 36mm socket I bought felt a little sloppy on the axle nut. Would a 35mm been a better choice?

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+croteaud Congratulations on the successful repair. We're glad the video helped you out. 1aauto.com?KZbin&CTA%20Comment&ATony 866-403-3393

[@1AAuto]

+croteaud Yeah, that's definitely possible! If it's even been replaced it could certainly be a 35mm instead. Use whatever feels like it fits the best.

[@AK-ic1yj]

Thank for the great vid! Do you know what is the exact difference between a 2WD hub vs a 4WD hub is? I know the CV goes into the 4WD hub but what I'm really wondering is, if I want to delete my 4WD parts and remove my CV axles, why do I need to replace the 4WD hubs with 2WD hubs?

[@1AAuto]

+A K Thank you for checking us out. We would not have any recommendations in regard to modifying the vehicle as we provide parts and installation instructions for direct replacement parts. We also would not have specifications on the exact differences between the 2WD and 4WD hub, however the parts will be manufactured differently depending on the application. Please let us know if you have any further questions, thank you.

[@bradandre1020]

Thanks for putting the video up, super informative made wheel bearing replacement more do able.

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+Brad Andre Thank you! We love empowering our customers and showing how to perform DIY auto repairs with our high-quality auto parts. 1AAuto.com

[@michaelmchugh3842]

Excellent Video. Torque specs and all! Cheers!

[@Slippindisc]

1:53 you’ve already got the wheel off... 1:55 you’ve got the wheel back on?

[@nicholasdecarlo8296]

Great video but for others address the fact you will have to torch and pound w a big sledge to get the old one out. I did that for an hour then it was easy peazy

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[@djwilson48625]

That's a rarity.

[@p.b.sHUNTING]

I’m betting you got a rust bomb

[@JQuizzle]

Yeah live in Minnesota.😆 Iron unless you plan on changing it every year or 2

[@jamescantrell9022]

They have a video were they try getting one out from this channel lol

[@jlbush8249]

Excellent video. Thanks!

[@leovaldivia4185]

I noticed you didn't replace the dust cover. Mine got damaged when I removed it. Do I need this cover or is it something it can go without? Watched a lot of vids and yours was the best. Thank you.

[@Street-Shred82]

You should definitely get a replacement then. The dust cap keep debris out of the bearing

[@lmentzel]

Awesome video but did you forget the center cap on axle nut right at the end? You pry it off in the beginning.. Does the hub kit include a new one?

[@psshd1]

Some of your torque specs mentioned in the video seem different from GM. GM: Hub flange bolts: 133 ( same) Front Caliper mounting Bracket bolt, 129 ft lb Caliper guide pin bolt, 74 ft lb (RPO code JF3) Axle nut, 177 ft lb Lug nut 140 ft lb

[@splash5974]

psshd1 The axle nut gets torqued to the hub manufacturers specifications... Not the vehicle manufacturer, unless you are buying hubs from the dealer

[@myhero667]

Just ordered a set of these for my silverado cant wait to put them on.

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+Michael Tedford Thanks for checking us out!

[@nathill7174]

What torque wrench do you recommend using/buying for this job?

[@88888javiertube]

great video..very helpful.. you guys are awesome and help me save a lot of money

[@rickyde0255]

This is an excellent video. Thanks.

[@bucketofsteam9260]

My truck had some noise and what felt like what I would describe as rubbing near the front driver's side wheel. How do you know if this is the problem part?

[@barrypowell829]

Just had this done on my 2007 Chevy avalanche at a auto shop. Cost me $521.00. Three year warranty on hub assembly. I was fortunate to have a repair shop replace the assembly since I was traveling 🧳, repairs took 1 hour 45 minutes. Sure I paid more than I’d like to have, it was worth it. 😊

[@th0r904]

So wondering between the hub and axle is there grease or should you add grease. You grease contact between knuckle and hub but axle goes ungreased between hub and axle is this area just cleaned and left free of grease or is there suppose to be grease? On my 2007 suburban it is really dry between this area.

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+TH0R Odinson Thanks for watching! You should really not have to add grease there, as the hub is sealed and the CV axle only required grease inside the boot. 1aauto.com

[@TheProV1Kenobi]

Great video, helped me walk through the process with ease.

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[@mricomaximo]

muy buen video amigos!!,awesome video i m saving money fixing my truck!!!

[@DumbbellCentral]

Is the large Centre nut the same size on an 08 Tahoe?

[@delanceymoore4573]

Will these steps work for a 2010 chevy Tahoe?

[@Loopy1Two]

Great video. Helped me a lot. Thank you.

[@1AAuto]

Thanks for watching. If any of our viewers needs to make this repair we carry the replacement wheel hub bearing assembly shown in this video our website. Here's a link to them goo.gl/iXFDqH

[@werecoth]

This is very similar to the set up my 2007 Chevy Express van 1500 had. Kept looking up Express van videos and none of them quite matched

[@pkproductions23]

Do you need an alignment after doing this repair?

[@hamnchee]

Gotta do this tomorrow. Thanks fellas

[@mattprouse10]

Worked great for my 2011 GMC Sierra 1500 SLT 4WD

[@kevinbordner3334]

Very Nicely Done Video ! Thank You.

[@1AAuto]

+Kevin Bordner Thanks for watching Kevin. Here's a link to the replacement wheel bearing assembly that was shown in the video if anyone would like to take a look at them. www.1aauto.com/wheel-bearing-and-hub-assembly-front/i/1ashf00197?KZbin&CTA%20Comment&ATony

[@johnelliott3035]

I have new TImken hub assemblies and the timken info site says the axle nut torque is 188. Is that correct for Timken or is it 177 or 156, etc. I have done this job on other vehicles and had no trouble, but installed one of the Timkens and drove about 200 miles and it got exceedingly hot torqued at 188. Does not seem right.

[@arsbadmojo]

I've only seen 156; I see this post is 4 years old - did you end up backing it off?

[@Sw33n3y]

Appreciate this!! Keep up the good work

[@1AAuto]

+Sw33n3y Thanks for the great feedback and for checking us out!

[@chrisinkansas1362]

why after changing the hub bearings would the service brake notification pop up on the dash? parking brake light and abs light are on at all times now as well. any help would be appreciated. thanks

[@1AAuto]

+Chris In Kansas Thanks for watching! You should double check the ABS wiring to make sure they cable is connected, and the wire is not damaged. 1aauto.com

[@andyd1006]

I get to do this project on my 12 Gmc sierra. Thank you for the great video.

[@cup_and_cone]

I see there are "HD/Heavy Duty" versions of the bearing hubs. What exactly make those "heavy duty" over standard ones??? Bigger bearing, thicker hub, etc? They all look identical in photos.

[@1AAuto]

+thechosendude You want to check with the retailer to see what they mean by heavy duty. Usually they will accommodate larger wheels and off-road applications if they are listed as a "heavy duty" upgrade. 1aauto.com

[@BigChooch8787]

Awesome video. Thanks! Helped alot!!

[@adamwofford315]

Great video, it will be a great help when I recommend a repair to my friend who's shop wants to charge $700 for this. Two things though; DON'T use lithium grease to lube the brake pads, use high-temperature grease made for brakes - that's probably why they were sticking. Second, you didn't install the axle nut dust cover.

[@terencescott3957]

I have a 2009 GMC Sierra 1500 and the hub is closed. There is no axle to go through the hub. However, my new hubs are hollow with the grooves to accept the axle but there is no center bolt or axle. Amazon says the hollow hubs will work. I hope so.

[@donkukawski8609]

Great step by step video.

[@anthonygarcia29]

I'm trying to replace my rear wheel bearings on my 2007 chevy suburban 1500 RWD. Can you direct me to a video for that? I've been searching for a while and most videos just show replacing the front wheel hubs

[@davidmoss5186]

Think I might replace my bearings just for fun, you made this look so easy!

[@1AAuto]

+David Moss Thanks for watching. If any of our viewers needs to make this repair, we carry the auto repair part shown in this video on our website. Here is a link to them www.1aauto.com/1A/front-wheel-bearings-and-hubs/Chevy/Silverado1500/1ASHF00197?KZbin&CTA+Comment&XknVcvYIM

[@trevmilt]

Your videos are great. I have watched and used them countless times for repairs on my silverado and my wife's yukon. Thanks a tonne from your neighbours to the north.

[@kevinpagano7245]

Just wanted to know if that 36 mm socket is a 12 spline?

[@trevlouie]

35mm/36mm they do vary on the axle nut size

[@colingeorge2431]

Why isnt the removal of the center nut of the cv shaft apart of the video on or off. What size socket is it and torque? Looked at a lot of comments and no one asked that I could see so that would add confusion in trying to remove it wouldn't? Good video all the same Tks

[@bentlysupreme]

Thank you so much for this video!!

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+Arron Bendt You're welcome!

[@bigsexymanbear1950]

Did this in an hour and a half in my driveway. Thanks for the help.

[@djk8981]

is this the same process for a 4- wheel drive 2008 tahoe?

[@1AAuto]

+DJ K It should be the same procedure on that vehicle. This replacement part also fits the Tahoe. Here is a link to the replacement wheel hub bearings shown in this video. Hope this helps you out www.1aauto.com/1A/front-wheel-bearings-and-hubs/Chevy/Silverado1500/1ASHF00197?KZbin&CTA+Comment&XknVcvYIM

[@JamesHelgesen]

So the torx and dust cap aren’t re-installed?

[@jimlynch2190]

Do you need alignment afterwards?

[@Drewidx-yz7cv]

Mine didn’t have the T 30 torques bolt holding the rotor to the wheel hub. I blew a caliper, do you think that might have something to do with it? Or do some trucks just not have it? I have a 2012 Silverado 1500 5.3

[@veflhonmhalvis9033]

They don’t need it, only reason for having them is to keep rotors on while going down the assembly line. The wheels hold them on

[@tackleberry14710]

great job guy's

[@1AAuto]

+Dave Marotto Thanks, glad you liked it! 1aauto.com?KZbin&CTA%20Comment&ATony 866-403-3393

[@pedrohdz1964]

Thank you for sharing it these videos I learn to do a lotta mechanics to my self on my truck! I like so much your chanel you guy's have a lot for how to ! 👏👏👏👏🖒

[@1AAuto]

+pedro Hernandez Thank you for the great reply. We love to empower our customers by showing you how-to perform your own auto repairs while installing our high quality auto parts. Have a great day! 1aauto.com

[@pricey4ever330]

Will this effect the alignment at all?? I don't see how it would but wanted to ask.

[@daveh2612]

nope

[@zachchaignot8688]

What size is the bolt that holds the rotor on? M8-1.25? What length? I stripped mine out and had to drill it out. Is it necessary to have one?

[@1AAuto]

Not actually sure what size it is offhand. It's been a while since we made this video, so we no longer have the truck to go check. It's not imperative that you have it though. Hope this helps you out. 1aauto.com?KZbin&CTA%20Comment&ATony 866-403-3393

[@brianoldro9305]

Does removing the pads make the caliper come off easier? Or does it not need to be done? Wouldn't the caliper come off with pads installed? Seems like a couple extra steps if so. Thanks.

[@traytonroberts611]

I was wondering the same thing...

[@ethanmacheras5967]

So much help thanks!

[@fabiancasillas7014]

So I balanced my front driver side wheel about 3 times.before i got the wheels my steering wheel was shaking so i thought it needed to be rebalanced.still shaked alot and it still does.i got 26 inch wheels. I move it up and down and left and right and i havent seen anything move whatsoever. Any suggestions could it be my wheel bearing

[@1AAuto]

+fabian casillas We wouldn't be able to diagnose an issue like that here, you may want to have a local mechanic take a look at it. Thanks for checking us out! 1AAuto.com

[@stephensweet6436]

What about the torx screw on the rotor? I didn't see that get re-installed. Does that screw have any torque specs?

[@1AAuto]

+Stephen Sweet Thanks for watching! You do not need to reinstall the torx screw, it is just a factory thing that helps prevent the rotors from falling off during the vehicle assembly process.

[@luketanner7638]

Super easy. Thanks!

[@davidblazevic3125]

Thanks guys,just popped mine out,it was a bear.Air chisel did the trick,everything else it wasn't budging,lots of acetone and tyranny fluid as a rust penetrater.

[@elmjr247]

Came in clutch thank you

[@mncitizen4364]

If you were to include a parts list by part number, that would be helpful. Do you stock and sell the backing plates? The road salt here eats 'em up.

[@gregkennedy3368]

Love 1aauto videos but i dont believe you put axle nut back on and was needing to know what to torque it to

[@patrickdodson8765]

Thanks. Very easy to understand.

[@1AAuto]

Thank you for watching. Please let us know how the repair comes out! 1aauto.com 888-844-3393

[@darrynruzicka2883]

Excellent! Thank you!

[@johnharrington2455]

What kind of grease did u use on the hub flange??

[@matthewkeefe5203]

My truck makes the same sound as that truck did when they were pumping the brakes. That doesn't sound normal. Does anyone know what it is and how easy it would be to fix?

[@jewellfrenchman2960]

To Loosen Caliber bracket on the driver's side, is it up or down to loosen

[@MegaHowtoMan]

Is this the same part on a Tahoe 07 4x4? My hub is making gring noise.