DIY: How To Replace A Front Wheel Bearing On An E9x XDrive BMW

WARNING: do not use hammer to remove axle, instead, use a punch tool / round chisel and insert into the dimple in hub. Then hammer on that. Hammering the hub will make the threads unusable.
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Welcome back everyone,
In this video, I replace the front wheel bearing on my E92 XDrive BMW. This process took a while, and requires a good set of tools and preferably, an impact wrench. Depending on how much rust your car has, this job may or may not be a pain to perform. If you are prepared and organized, this job is not as bad as it seems. The procedure in this video is as detailed as I could make it. It is also highly recommended to replace the nuts and bolts coming off of the suspension components (Strut mount, sway bar link, tension strut, lower control arm, and tie rod) with brand new ones.
Parts Needed:
OEM Wheel bearing
New circlip
New axle nut
New hardware and fasteners (nuts and bolts for suspension parts)
Tools Needed:
12 point, 36 mm socket- Axle nut
18 mm socket - Strut mount bolt
17 mm socket- Lugnuts
16 mm socket- Caliper mounting bolts, sway bar link nut
10 mm socket- Dust shield bolts
24 mm socket (or wrench)- Tension strut nut, tie rod nut, lower control arm nut
7 mm hex nut socket- Brake rotor
5 mm hex nut socket- Wheel speed sensor
17 mm wrench- Sway bar link inner nut
18 mm wrench- Strut mount nut
Torque Specs:
Tie rod- 59 ft-lb
Tension strut- 122 ft-lb
Lower control arm- 74 ft-lb
Sway bar link- 42 ft-lb
Strut to knuckle 60 ft-lb
Axle nut- 310 ft-lb

[@elmalkriao100]

Did u have any lights on dash pertaining for this

[@dablackbimmer]

No I did not. However I would warn against hammering the axle like I did. Use a punch instead on the little indent to prevent mushrooming the threads.

[@ErickLozano33]

Thank god bro I haven’t been able to find x drive one

[@dablackbimmer]

Hope this helps out bro

[@nattieh100]

Extraordinary detail ! Super helpful !! I learned lots !!! Thanks mate. 👍

[@dablackbimmer]

Glad it was helpful!

[@chaseman]

and just like that, you convinced me that this is NOT a DIY repair for me. you a badass, kid! nice video and thanks for the Intel...

[@dablackbimmer]

Thanks! It's not as bad as it looks.. if you don't have seized mating surfaces like I did. A lot of hammering was done off camera

[@aimized1460]

Amazing work and video godbless you sir !

[@joshehman3571]

Thanks

[@RomanTrollanski]

Yep, just doing everything as so... But I got a headache for hammering down the bearing, I only managed to get half of it out, I'll continue tomorrow. If you don't have a real press... It's a lot of hammering, but it's coming out eventually

[@RomanTrollanski]

I managed to replace the front bearings, I also replaced the shock absorbers travel range bushings... Anyway, still sounds like an airplane... I'm about to do the rear bearings but I'm afraid that still won't fix my noise... I think it comes from the rear differential... Any thoughts on it? 2008 328xi, any reply is much appreciated!

[@cartalkcody]

@@RomanTrollanski I've heard that sometimes replacing the diff fluid solves that, i think it is louder at some speeds ive seen around 45-55 is loudest. Im no professional just saying what ive seen in some forums 😅

[@RomanTrollanski]

@@cartalkcody thanks for the reply, but only replacing the diff oil won't do the trick.

[@faizanm1563]

Epic

[@dablackbimmer]

Thank you bro

[@ThunderbirdRocket]

True

[@ThunderbirdRocket]

Can I ask you about the grease for the bearing splines and axle splines ? You suggested that both surfaces be coated in order to make the connection easier / smooth. Q. What kind of grease does it require ?

[@MKRN98]

Use some anti-seize lubricant. Watch out as it's really messy when you touch it but it'll make your assembly a bit easier plus you will thank yourself later when you gonna remove it once again in the future. Just don't put too much of it, smear it on the splines and even the thread, don't dip it in that lol

[@ThunderbirdRocket]

@@MKRN98 That’s great ! Thanks for the information / assistance ! Have a great day mate . 👊🏼

[@cosmicspider5043]

yeah the bearing

[@NotCubicRubic]

do you have to re-align wheels after this?

[@dablackbimmer]

Yes, if you can, it is best to get an alignment after disassembling any suspension components. If you do not disassemble any suspension components, an alignment will not be required (ie. removing the bearing while attached to the axle and all other parts)

[@NotCubicRubic]

@@dablackbimmer Thanks for replying, I am following your video right now and got stuck at 5:47 can you share a link to that ball joint separator? I bought one from Amazon its not fitting well.

[@dablackbimmer]

@@NotCubicRubic www.harborfreight.com/3-4-quarter-inch-forged-ball-joint-separator-99849.html This is the exact one I have from harbor fright

[@dablackbimmer]

Freight**

[@NotCubicRubic]

@@dablackbimmer ahh thanks for such a quick reply

[@abu-bakrsyed3721]

Ayyyyy

[@ethann4069]

Any links to parts??

[@ethann4069]

2011 E90 335i xdrive sedan to be specific

[@dablackbimmer]

Hey, I used FCP Euro. You can put your exact car specs in there and check it out. For the replacement nuts, I used realoem and put my VIN in there. It gave me the exact part numbers and I went to the dealership and they got my parts ordered in quickly.

[@e90_austin]

You forgot to pinch the axle nut haha

[@dablackbimmer]

Yeah I realized that later

[@diewlaylomei]

Get metric if you own a BMW You could've just bought a puller and a bearing press kit for what you have paid the shop to do.

[@dablackbimmer]

Yes I could have but I don’t have the space to store one nor do I have an immediate need for one, aside from this job. If the need arises, I will buy one.

[@diewlaylomei]

@@dablackbimmer If you work on cars, it's always a great tool to have. Also, the kit is like the size of a kid's lunchbox

[@dablackbimmer]

@@diewlaylomei can you send a link?

[@diewlaylomei]

@@dablackbimmer www.amazon.com/YUAN-23pcs-Bearing-Removal-Installation/dp/B075N1FRDL/ref=sr_1_5?dchild=1&keywords=bearing+press&qid=1623359751&sr=8-5

[@baims8367]

Don’t torque your parts untill the vehicle is on the ground with the weight on them.

[@dablackbimmer]

Yes, this is correct.

[@2kcon491]

Hitting that axle end with a hammer is not pleasant to see. Use a punch. And hit the that axle groove in the middle.

[@dablackbimmer]

Yes for sure next time if I do this I’ll use a punch.

[@MattyFJ]

I’d rather pay the 900$

[@dablackbimmer]

Acceptable

[@MattyFJ]

You did a great job and very good information thank you

[@dablackbimmer]

@@MattyFJ thanks!

[@ayyanali5850]

first?

[@dablackbimmer]

first