How To Replace a PRESS IN Wheel Bearing ~ On The Car

[@sanityone649]

One of the best wheel bearing tutorials on KZbin…thanks.

[@dodsjanne]

This is the only tutorial that is actually useful on youtube. You show all the steps, explain everything clearly. 10/10 Greetings from Sweden (in the rust belt)

[@sdjnwhyNZ]

The tough part of giving instructions is not being informative but being logically clear while being informative. Well done and solute to you!

[@ThunderMonkeySMOKE]

VW owner here, your a great mechanic and teacher. I love when you mention past mistakes you've made or seen made before for reference. Also your humble humor makes for entertaining content. Three cheers for Charles!

[@georgehuser4711]

Last time I changed a wheel bearing it lasted for about 5 months. I like to think that it was manufacturer fault but deep down I know that I hammered it in like a caveman

[@HumbleMechanic]

Hahahha

[@ua7pyro591]

Or overtightened the axle nut

[@802Garage]

Hahaha at least you can secretly own it. Rent the hand press next time!

[@tinman9341]

Know what you mean. I just paid a mechanic to do the other side. Save me a lot of pain and aggravation.

[@PeterEndelt]

😂

[@dasphoenixable]

As a rust belt mechanic, I’m jealous of how easy that came apart, and how little clean up was necessary. Great information and tips as always Charles.

[@RGV2300]

Hub goes off easily, a bit of hammering with a socket and that's it. By the other hand, the outer bearing race is harder to take out. I take out two of them in a three day span, and the first went off in two minutes, the second in fourthy minutes, because the bearing was much older. All done with a hammer, as my press lack of adapters and broke the first knuckle (it was from my car).

[@HumbleMechanic]

I have a lot of respect for you guys!!!! LIKE A LOT

[@LynxStarAuto]

In Florida, we just give the hub bolts a nasty look, and they apologize and back themselves out.

[@gregallen9065]

As someone who lives in Ohio I can relate to a good deal of time on of many jobs being cleaning up rust before reassembly....lol. I watch these guys outside the rust belt working on autos and yes, I am a bit envious. I know one guy.....Eric O.......has a youtube channel and he is around New York.....so he has it even worse than us Ohioans. My poor ole 2001 Silverado was pretty well rust free when I got it in 2011 and now after 11 years of Ohio weather the cab corners, rockers and rear wheel wells on the bed are about gone....but the frame is still solid.......yes, the rust belt woes....lol.

[@UsoundsGermany]

I am from a hilly/wooded area (mid Europe) and here they also use much salt... you can also check Gerhard Holzknecht who specializes on rust removel and protection... a good protected and cared for car will also live through "rust belts"...my car is 25 yrs old (VW) had I protected it better it would have not much rust but I neclcected it for a while...

[@deciplesteve]

As a rust-belt mechanic for a VW/Audi shop, I used anti-seize on anything that didn't already call for a specific grease/threadlocker. I have never had the moly grease come with my bearings, so I always anti-seized the bearing in and anti-seized the hub into the bearing. We also did a lot of seasonal wheel swaps so we also anti-seized wheel hub faces and lug bolts to make sure our wheel swaps were effortless.

[@V3DT]

Same, as someone who lives in the rust belt, I pretty much put grease or anti-seize on anything that can safely have grease put on it.

[@chrisfreemesser5707]

Rust belt DIYer, everything I replace on my car gets Fluid Film'd or anti-seized if at all possible. Been Fluid Filming the underside of my car for years to delay the inevitable death-by-rust but it also keeps suspension bolts from rusting in place...mostly 🤣

[@dbrianhoyt]

I live in eastern Canada ( New Brunswick) where the winter temperatures go through big changes over a few hours. Rust is a big problem here. I use a lot of anti size when doing repairs and on hub face and lug nuts. I also carry a breaker bar in trunk. I don’t want any problems if I have to change a tire in minus 20 degrees.

[@deciplesteve]

@aidan6029 independent, but yes, plenty of those too

[@davidparker9676]

I do the same thing in Southern California. Even the wheel cleaners can cause severe corrosion to these parts and cause wheels to stick on the hubs. I never have issues removing wheels, hubs or components that I used antiseize paste on. I think it is a sign of professionalism and courtesy to the next guy that works on the car. I have tons of respect for the skilled rust-belt mechanics, they are masters at what they do.

[@G60syncro]

Basic concept with bearings is never load through the balls/rollers. Always push against the outer race/housing or inner race/shaft and you're golden!

[@andries4561]

One more important thing, if the thing you're pressing in is putting pressure on the inner race, DONT support the outer race on the other side but the inner one otherwise you'll push the bearing apart

[@ThunderbirdRocket]

@@andries4561 Very good point !

[@logmegadeth72]

I really like that you address common mistakes and that you've made them yourself, I guess that's why you're the "humble" mechanic!

[@scottfree8848]

Been following you for years. It's good to see you more light hearted than you have been. Good to see you dumb it down some for the rest of us and hear the joy in your voice. Your winning.

[@scottfree8848]

Been seeing this telegram scam for awhile now. Group if us got together and started tracking them down. We just show up out of the blue. A parking lot, at a gas station or grocery store. Never see us coming and man does it hurt.

[@terryharvey4811]

Easiest hub removal I've ever seen. Because of that and the appearance of the inner most hub shaft surface, hub had to be loose in the inner bearing race. Plus the tone ring for ABS was damaged making replacement with a new hub the correct choice. The whole press in bearing job was the easiest I've ever seen done or done myself. I do on car using hub grappler by OTC. Easier set up and quicker due to less disassembly than using a shop press where set up is a real pain due to odd shapes of spindles. Plus saves having to do an alignment on some cars. Snap ring placed in hub is a good tip, I know that sick feeling you get when you look down and see the snap ring on the floor when you're torquing down the axle nut. ONLY HAPPENED ONCE, BUT IT LEFT A LASTING IMPRESSION. Thanks Charles.

[@HumbleMechanic]

MAN that feeling HAHA I felt it when I read your comment. I hate that it went so easy TBH. I prefer when its a pain for me, so people can gear up for somethign bad.

[@noodlesatf]

I remember replacing both front wheel bearings on my MK3 GTI VR6. I didn't have the ability to press them in, but VW Parts Place will sell you a refurbished carrier with the new bearings in place, and you return your carrier back for the core deposit. It worked out great. I have more ability now, so I'd definitely just rent the tools I need and do the job. Back then, it was the furthest this home mechanic had ever dug into the front end of a car, so I'm glad that service exists.

[@DannysGarage]

Man, I remember I once had a customer come in with a BMW E34 540i that had a failed wheel bearing, not only did the nut come off easily, the entire hub and wheel bearing slid right off, including the inner race. Fastest wheel bearing I've ever done, it was like 15 minutes start to finish. Sometimes life gives us a break.

[@HumbleMechanic]

LOL The flat rate gods do smile some times.

[@john_dee1431]

I like the 'in the moment' diagnosis these videos offer. Noticing the hub nut loose and confirming prior diagnosis is NEXT LEVEL! Keep it coming!!

[@that_wagon_guy]

One year I did a wheel bearing right before leaving for H2Oi in OCMD from NJ which was about 250 miles each way. When I left town after the weekend I started to hear the humming and knew it was bad already. By the time I was 50 miles out from home I was truly worried I wouldn't even make it home because the sound had progressed so much. Luckily I did. I learned a valuable lesson that day. I had put a new bearing on the old hub, and I guess the tolerances had opened up. From that point on I will always do a bearing and hub together. Especially, as you pointed out, when the hub is 30 dollars.

[@FOFBASS1]

I absolutely love this channel. One day I will start repairing my 02 Jetta VR6 wagon.

[@Jimboslicevr]

I wish this video exist when I did my wheel bearing. I went into it blind not knowing all of this. I tell you what I learned real quick. Sad to say I experience all of that LOL At least now I know. This IS A VERY INFORMED video on the wheel bearing replacement. This video will save you TONs on time and stress!

[@ACougarHunter]

Of all the mechanics I’ve seen on YT, you are my favorite. Thanks for taking the time to explain the finer points of the jobs you’re working on. Explaining that you need to use slightly different sizes when pulling and pressing in the bearing is the type of information that amateur mechanics need to know/learn.

[@HumbleMechanic]

Thank you so much

[@TheGibby3340]

The tip of simply marking the tooling with the socket or wrench size required, makes such good sense. Cheers 👍

[@802Garage]

Holy crap, never seen a hub just fall out! Guess your axle nut was really doing its job. In my experience, at least on Japanese cars, slide hammer is a go. The right snap ring plyers are great. I also prefer not to use power tools. The feel is important and a lot of wheel bearings have been damaged during install from off angle stress, usually with a press. Being in the NE, I like to add a layer of grease to the inside of the knuckle and/or outside of bearing. The snap ring holds it in place anyways, it will never move, but then it can't become seized with rust in the future. Light grease in the snap ring groove too. That's quite the axle nut torque procedure. Great work as always!

[@HumbleMechanic]

this whole job went so easy. I feel bad for people watching how to, and they have struggles. LOL its not fair.

[@jaredmayer3960]

That axle nut wouldn’t help anything.

[@jaybeemhardscrote7466]

@@jaredmayer3960 it might have been the last thing holding that wheel hub in from the looks of it.

[@jaybeemhardscrote7466]

@@HumbleMechanic don't feel too bad, because of top-notch videos like this I'm sure you'll be saving countless hours of frustration and headache. Thank you so much!

[@alangrant5278]

I love the handy tips that are scattered throughout and the bonus Spanish lessons.

[@canadianrugby7]

Best video for this job. Not that’s it’s complicated, but this is thoroughly explained. Very clear. High five ✋

[@HumbleMechanic]

thank you!!!

[@jaybeemhardscrote7466]

Thank you so so so so much for putting out THE BEST mechanical how-to's on the PLANET! Every minute detail, every step of the job, nothing skipped, great knowledge and my favorite, super awesome camera work, multiple angles, always focused on exactly what you need to and plenty of light. I just can't thank you enough you are a huge help in keeping my aging Mark IV Volkswagen alive, seriously, saving me huge amounts of money on repair bills in the process! Keep doing what you're doing Humble Mechanic, you're a Saint!

[@johnphillips222]

I was a little surprised that the OTC Hub Tamer or Hub Tamer Elite wasn't used for this job. It makes all of these steps so much easier. It is the preferred tool for this job for 20+ years. There are even foreign copies of the tool. Additionally, I use MIG welders and plasma cutters to remove bearing races. Nobody uses a Dremel, ick. Inductive bolt heaters or a heating tip on an Oxy-Acetylene torch are used. I do this work on the side, and these tools and tricks have been known in the industry since forever. We have to do the job correctly.

[@spelunkerd]

Top notch explanation, lighting, and audio. Having watched many pressed in wheel bearing videos, I appreciate your discussion of option and variance. Love your snappy, entertaining clip format. I've never seen mechanics use a ring light, ha ha.

[@FaithisKey792]

Humble mechanic, 10 years ago when I was looking for a car, I saw a 2009 VW Passat 2.0 T 6 speed manual and I felt in love. I still have that car but little problems keep on coming up. Still runs great though. To answer your question😄, “what’s the best way to fix your Volkswagen”. I wish I can say, getting rid of it. I just replaced all rotors all brakes pads and 3 bearings. Ow I think the left front is acting up, I hear a little clunking / subtle grinding. I think it’s the wheel bearing. Could it be cuz all the other 3 are brand new that I’m looking for perfection. I’m hesitating to replace it to save $273 Canadians dollars. It’s so call life time warranty on a OE PLUS wheel bearing. I have nothing to loose other than time if I do replace it. Any advise. Great videos by the way.

[@vigilantemotors]

Luis, if you love the car and it seems you do then keep it forever lol. SOOO many cars and trucks I have had that I wish I never got rid of. So, I love that you love it, keep driving it and smile with every mile!!!

[@RAK402]

This is the best video on replacing this type of wheel bearing I have seen (and I have seen quite a few now)!

[@HumbleMechanic]

Thank you

[@sciCHD]

Hello from Geneva Switzerland, always very informative, like the patience You take to explain each little details as many others don't. Cheers Charles

[@christopherelrod8788]

I love the fact that you tell us we are gunna fight it more than you did.

[@HumbleMechanic]

LOL I felt so bad it came apart so easy.

[@RedondoBeach2]

Charles, this is another good helpful video. A perfect follow up video would be to demonstrate removal/installation of the rear wheel bearing assembly on the MKIV GTI, if that's necessary on the GTI in this video. Thanks for your great work.

[@mrcokez1]

HM, you literally saved your friends life. thank goodness he went to you in time

[@brokeboisentertainment8525]

I also gotta say, the camera work is fantastic. Especially the inner camera

[@CameronGoris]

I have always just replaced the whole hub assembly on my vehicles and this video made me realize that is still the best option.

[@brokeboisentertainment8525]

Chrisfix+humble mechanic=too powerful of a video

[@jonsgti]

this is by far one of the best channels on the tubes of you... great info

[@ThunderbirdRocket]

Agreed 💯 % ! 🎯

[@Armageist]

I can't upvote this video enough.

[@saurannuraliyev1695]

I love your videos, you repair ordinary street cars rather than fancy Ferrari or Porsche

[@outerfroggy1]

I come from a rock out in the Atlantic ocean, unless it specifically calls for loctite we anti-seize the living crap out of every nut, bolt and assembly. Even then it's not enough sometimes. Cars with cheap flimsy subframes and control arms typically only last 5-8 years before they are fit for the scrapyard. Undercoating every year is a must. A chip in the paint has to be fixed immediately otherwise your body panel will rot off in a couple weeks. I live out west on the mainland now and rust is a non-issue. Makes my life so much easier lol

[@frozenhouse5362]

I've been working at a body shop for a bit now and extra tips I learned was if you're painting the door, it's better to take off the mirror and belt molding (the trim at the bottom of the window) for a better paint job in the end. The mirror can get in the way, and if you're unlucky, the clear coat could stick in that gap between the door and the belt molding.

[@aygwm]

You gotta strip the whole door. It’s way more work but it’s the right way to do it…

[@WaldemarMontalvo-mq3kw]

Very complete explanation for all the steps taken including special tools. Most appreciated.

[@ronhq]

always bringing great videos with even greater explanation for us to gain a better understanding of what we are doing rather than just blindly following. Thank you Humble Mechanic! greetings to Paul from DAP - you guys are the BEST!

[@vinhha6073]

This guy he know exactly what he doing...👍... I have been doing this kind of job for yrs... this hub and bearing was a peace of cake... I had been done one, I have to take an cv axle out with it. And heat and hammer cv out.. lucky the customer understand it's was very bad, and happy to buy a new cv... 👍👍

[@drakeorion94]

I had one fail on my mk2 golf and just replaced the entire assembly. It was easier. On a side note they say that people you admire are always shorter in real life...you did not disappoint! 😉 saw you at the Lòe show, but you were having a serious conversation with someone by the R32s...

[@konradc12]

Great video. I have a similar bearing removal kit shown in the video. It works great, but I needed to buy a 28mm socket to fit nut. Make light work of changing a rear wheel bearing, without the need of a press. You really need to be distracted to miss the circlip replacement, but your advice is good. I have done a few wheel bearings of different types, as a DIY home mechanic.

[@Bakanelli]

Did you buy it of AliExpress for 45$?

[@HumbleMechanic]

I think my issue was totally being distracted. Thats shop life really. A constant stream of distractions. ITs why I put so much emphasis on being organized.

[@Wolfpack310]

i changed a rear wheel bearing on a transporter t5 yesterday, used a hydraulic press tool it makes the job sooooooo easy I really love those hydraulic press tools

[@johnj5985]

My car is a '08 Jetta City, same hub & bearing. Definitely lubed the bore as you did, got the new hubs being so cheap. Also lifted bearing seals to squirt more grease inside as factory lube was very sparse. One of the most tedious bearing jobs, but the most satisfying using the right tools. Good job!

[@justmemyselfandi5532]

LOL, this is like instructions for my grandma to do the bearing change. Super detail for someone who never did it before. Nice, but could be also dangerous if people with very low amount of mechanical experience decide that this is easy enough and "I can do it". Nice video for sure, very detailed, one can show you really want to help. Very nice.

[@silentvalue]

My fav way to fix a vw: Support my local audi/vw shop I had to do a rear wheel bearing years ago on my s2000 rear passenger side. It was such a pita, that i took the whole knuckle out and paid 40 bucks to have the bearing pressed in.

[@christheturdherder9096]

My favorite way to fix a Volkswagen, is to grunt and hit it with a hammer... And then take it to DAPRepair and let the experts handle it. Great video as always Charles! I haven't finished the video yet, but you always have great videos.

[@HumbleMechanic]

10/10 going to do this next time! LOL

[@crx_ninja]

Yep, I've forgot to install the snap ring and wasted a $80 bearing.. Great tip laying the snap ring in the new hub @11:44 !

[@HumbleMechanic]

LOL I feel like most of my life is a series of things I do to prevent me screwing something up again!! LOL

[@bologstudio]

Thank you for such a clear and concise video. Just did this on my 02 mk4 and my wheel bearing was split just like this one. you couldnt have made it easier, thanks again!

[@Vanbulance]

I have done many of these pressed in bearings over the years. It is always nice when the snap ring is on the outside because you don't need to remove the knuckle (as opposed to having the snap ring on the inside end) I have always used silicone spray to lube the bearing and the hub when pressing in. I also leave the new bearing in the freezer for a few hours and it helps things slide in nice and easy with the press tool.

[@TheGrench]

Just want to tell you, thank you for the content. It was the video that helped me fix my situation. Explaining all the snags I had along the way along with the little details that matter the most tbh lol spoken in an easy to understand way. I appreciate you man. This was a saver.

[@HumbleMechanic]

Awesome. Glad to be able to help

[@ThunderbirdRocket]

Extraordinary detail ! Super camera shots !! Invaluable coaching cues !!! Tremendously helpful !!!! I learned lots !!!!! Thanks mate 👊🏼🔥 .

[@logancryan7957]

Work as a tech in the rust belt, and just did my front end hub assemblies on both sides. I have that press tool and after about 30 minutes gave in and took the knuckle out and threw it on the hydraulic press

[@gregs90quattrocoupe]

Always lube. In the old days, especially with OEM parts, came with a little packet of Molybdenum Disulfide paste. Even though not noted, I put Molybdenum Disulfide past on the hub and bearing, also. I put anti seize in the groove for the snap ring.

[@GordonHenderson-g6y]

Living in Scotland, we have lots of rain and in winter, road salt so we get Rust, lots of rust. I always make sure to anti-seize/grease everything that needs it. That also includes mating faces. However I always clean any old grease off and scrub it all down with diesel or paraffin to make sure there's no old grease there. It's not good to mix greases for as it can melt them out . Just because I follow the manufacturers recommendations on type, doesn't mean the last person has.

[@adamrushworth4372]

I hadn’t done a press in wheel bearing until a few weeks ago, I’m a second year apprentice mechanic, as I’d worked on minis for my first year, they are mostly bolt on wheel bearings, I found press fit wheel bearings to be a lot easier than I was informed they’d be 😅

[@jdaniels1313]

Great approach and tips! I'll be doing a 2006 Scion xB but this is a great tutorial that applies to many cars for the most important points.

[@gemeinschaftsgeful]

That front end was a ticking bomb. A lot of good info. and explanations.

[@WouterB76]

This is a truly terrific how-to Charles!

[@ripleysautos5207]

Never seen a hub come apart that easy before and I’ve had a few apart in my time 🔧🔧

[@volcomvw311]

Invaluable content! Late comment so this probably won't be seen by many BUT regarding working with snap rings: it's good practice to always have your free hand (preferably wearing some kind of mechanics glove) cupped over the ring while it's under tension in the pliers. If those teeth slip, the ring will be shot into outer space, and or your face!

[@HumbleMechanic]

100% GREAT ADVICE!!!

[@MaxwellVador]

What’s the brand on your bearing puller? Is it worth investing in a buy once cry once brand or is the markup unnecessary?

[@haseebrehman5823]

Thank you for explaining how the bearing removal tool works.

[@phiggins328]

Great video. I was just told I need a new hub and bearing. Had NO IDEA. Now I do. THANK YOU.

[@coreyscarrepairs]

Charles, I can assure you that once the inner race has eaten into the hub like that, it is absolutely no good anymore. It will have play in the wheel bearing still and fail imminently. Pretty much once there's play you should probably replace the hub regardless. If you're replacing it due to noise and there's no play, you're generally good to re-use the hub.

[@AvenueD417]

Man, I wish you did this same repair on a 2009 Hyundai Sonata,lol. That’s what I’m dealing with. Awesome video man, very informative

[@robertherrera419]

These repairs are pretty fun to watch. I don't have a modern VW (I have a '72 Beetle), but your commentary is pretty entertaining ("I said it that way because it's funny" 😄). Keep them coming, Charles.

[@giantgeoff]

You do realize Gen 1 Bunnies used a bunch of parts from the Beetle including 1 of the drive axles and the Beetles front wheel bearings on rear axles of the Rabbit

[@petecurran3995]

Ace detail with the camera work, Charles and great to see the job done, proper fashion! 👌🏻🙌🏼

[@pebjr6621]

Great video as always and I appreciate the tips you mentioned. It was nice meeting you at the Loe Show last weekend.

[@MrCupra79]

My favourite way to fix it is through your channel ❤

[@NewDemons666]

Crazy that you just put this video out lol. Just started having issues with my front passenger side wheel bearing on my 2012 mazdaspeed3. Looking forward to tackling it this fall

[@lindokuhlemdlalose9723]

Earthmoving Apprentice here best educational Vid👍

[@AaronWhiffin]

I now have an (cheap unused) wheel bearing removal kit (I’m just a DIY mechanic ). Years ago, with my dad I used a combination of large sockets, centre punches, vice/bench, hammer/mallet and a lot of precision and patience. Took the hub off completely and had it on the bench. Literally basically tapping the bearing off (and in) gently in a circle/opposite way. We’re taking late 90’s cars, likely Fiesta/Metro/Golf Would that ‘caveman’ method work today on modern cars?

[@rkan2]

Many modern cars have bolted in wheel bearing module.. You can still hammer/press/cut them out ofc. Usually you need some press action though. I've done it with a threaded rod and some hole saws.

[@konradc12]

The moment you mentioned Metro, I thought UK based like myself. I have changed a few different types of wheel bearings - taper on the rear wheel of Mk1 Fiesta and Maestro, the type in the video on my Avensis Mk1 and the hub bearing on the rear of the Avensis and front of a Prius. Done other cars not mentioned. I have a 10 ton press and more recently the bearing removal kit, as seen in the video. I got my kit from eBay and it made light work doing a Micra wheel bearing. When doing this job, you have to consider the design of the hub and the wheel ABS sensor. Hub bearings though 'simple' bolt on jobs, can be seized due to galvanic corrosion, as I found out doing a friends Prius. I used a sledge hammer and another bit of heavy metal to whack the bearing from the hub. You need to be prepared.

[@justwatchingffs371]

The great thing about rust belt cars is that the snap ring is such a pita to remove that it gets permanently etched into your memory and you can't forget to put it back on. I did however accidentally press out the inner race of the new bearing on two separate occasions. Feels like it's going in nicely until you notice what's coming out the other end.

[@sydneyharekoe6757]

You are the best bro. All the way from South Africa 🇿🇦

[@71bgt]

I have a jetta with 615K miles on it. I have had them come loose like you noticed with this one. I have since started leaving them highly torqued instead of backing them off and retorquing. Also if you take the one strut bolt out you can pull the entire hub out and work on it easier on the floor.

[@Raynes646]

nice to see the snap ring come out so easly and have no rust.. i always have to mess around with those cause they are realy rusty have snapped a few too while trying to get em out..,they can be a pain :D i always use the old bearing to put the new one in since they are the same size

[@Arturs.B]

Looks so clean underneath. My passat b5.5 is all covered in dust and rust. Its pain in rear to get any screw and nut loose.

[@hunterwatkins4259]

I’ve had many mk4 gti and Jettas one tip I would recommend from experience of replacing hubs is always take off the screws that hold the abs ring onto the hub and put thread locker on them, the amount of times I’ve had them come loose is absolutely ridiculous and a pain

[@redtesta]

what a pain or process for tightening axle nut. For me how i was taught the 12 to 6 .. 12 to 6 looked at wheel bearing play, 3 to 9 looked at end link/tie rod play because of the angle. Did you learn it that way or hear about that? Great in depth and granular video!!!

[@jawsdawg1]

I fixed my last Volkswagen by giving it away

[@deepansh90]

Smart.👍

[@HowDidy-gb1kb]

VERY SMART 💀😭

[@theberkani]

Good job thank you im from France i keep my mk4 alive please make more video for the mk4 👍👍👍👍

[@landerefird]

The wheel on my wife’s beetle was just as bad as that one, thought for sure it was a bad bearing, bought everything I needed. Went to pull off the axle nut and realized it was very loose, tightened it up and wheel stopped moving, definitely double check axle nut before getting too far into it.

[@jdubsvr6]

For that final step it's simple geometry. There are 360° in a circle. 360° divides by 60°, 6 times. In this case the axle nut is a 12-point. The manual makes sense in that you make a mark between two points on the 12-point axle nut, one on the hub and the other on the nut, while skipping a point in between. You're essentially dividing the axle nut into 6 equal quadrants. When you rotate and align the marks, you are at 60° rotation. If the axle nut was a six-point hex nut, you would make marks on two consecutive points on the nut, align the marks and you get your 60° rotation.

[@ssranch6662]

Love this! Your a good mechanic Charles. Great video!

[@ItsNotaPhaze]

Thanks, Charles, for this amazing demonstration of Volkswagen's new Quick Release Wheel (Hub). Das Auto.

[@abrahamrussom8960]

Excellent detail of fixing wheel bearing thank you very much

[@hitthemafia]

I’ve seen this on a bunch of Subarus too. Typically when they don’t get the front axle nut torqued down properly from a trans removal etc. They’ll be quiet, but you get them up in the air and the bearing is shot and sloppy.

[@whatthedeuce47d68]

Bloody great video, I'm about to do my Opel front bearings and this has been invaluable info for me..

[@pkt1213]

My Audi's axel nut was 140lb-ft + 180. Apparently that clamp load is to keep the wheel bearing tight but it about killed me trying to get it back on. A friend of my ex asked me to look at her car because it was making some noise. The wheel bearing was TOAST, like so much slop I told her she couldn't leave with it. I had to take a cutting wheel on the angle grinder to cut sections out of the rotor hat before I could beat the dang thing apart.

[@sirkdopsah1081]

My favorite way to fix most Vws are to sell them. Love the vids❤

[@HumbleMechanic]

Ive 100% done that too.

[@MrArmandoPhotography]

Great 👍 video bro like always! You make things so easy-to-use. Just did mine wheel bearing the car running 👌 super. Thank you again!

[@bestbuildpc]

Amazing explanation. I've been learning a lot from u but this video is really good with details. Actually the best!!

[@ItchyKneeSon]

TIP: Harbor Freight ICON brand Internal Straight Snap Ring Pliers (P/N: PSSRI12) work PERFECT for the snap ring. I tried like 5 different tools to squeeze the snap ring for install and the HF pliers worked perfect, first time.

[@ruakitoto]

Seeing you shaking the wheels plus underneath the car some more problems lucky you mechanic personal has experience the sinery of cars I love watching this sort of stuff to learn from it

[@andrewforte]

Living in Western NY and having to deal with rust. When replacing wheel bearings or hubs they get antiseeze. The splines on the half shaft get antiseeze also.

[@terryharvey4811]

Charles, have you thought of using a thrust washer instead of the 2 flat washers on the press bolt ? A D-5 is what Eric O of SMA uses but I found another brand that works as well, but I can't find the number for it right now. It cuts down on the force needed to turn the forcing screw/nut considerably.

[@HumbleMechanic]

that is a great idea! Luckily for me(VS the MAN Eric O) most of my stuff is easy in/easy out thanks to no rust!

[@canuckfixit7722]

Great series of tips! However, between 15:38 to 15:41 I see you added a washer under the nut through the magic of video editing! 20:14 grease added. Good save!