How to Replace Front Wheel Hub Assembly on any Car, Truck or SUV

1A Auto shows you how to repair, install, fix, change or replace a worn out, vibrating or groaning wheel bearing hub. This video is applicable to any vehicle
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[@KITESWJS]

Excellent video, The only thing that would make it easier for me would be to have this guy come over with the lift and do it with me .... very good .. Thank you

[@tientrinh943]

Lol you’re funny

[@racdude01]

Finally a video that just shows hub replacement instead of taking apart the whole suspension assembly

[@1AAuto]

+Glenn Gutenberg Thanks for checking us out. Shop here for high quality auto parts: 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

[@AuntieThree]

Yes

[@MBballer2]

I like how they use a vehicles that have rusty parts versus brand new

[@gonzalezsax4129]

Brand new car wouldnt need this done to it

[@lunchbox0666]

Makes it more relatable 👍👍👍

[@DAM251983]

@@gonzalezsax4129 The new card could be used for teaching purposes but the rusty car gives you a more realistic look at what may happen during the fix if you run into issues ...

[@notsohandytim5090]

I can only pray that the shop repairing my hub assembly next week will match this work quality.

[@amritpalsaini3046]

Very simply explained and done. Thank you.

[@failtolawl]

great video, very clear, good camera angles, and a bit of great tips without losing the point of the video. This made me buy parts from these guys

[@kingfreedom1863]

I'm becoming a mechanic. Fixing my own stuff love you guys videos

[@MrTORISSIMO]

I found this to be one of the clearest, simple and detailed mechanic video and this process seems to be a lot simpler than to change the bearing which rthe current issue Iam having. This requires a lot less work it seems and buying the whole hub isn't that much more expensive... In any case Thanks for the quality you put into this, its great marketing also ;)

[@1AAuto]

+MrTORISSIMO 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/?KZbin&CTA+Comment&BOZVeDIICM

[@thunderballz74]

MrTORISSIMO Me too I thought it would go over pressng the bearing.

[@ForteX9]

MrTORISSIMO same here.

[@boianboianov7401]

Great video, no special tools used, just as we do it DIY ! Great job

[@andyroid5028]

Great video. *I thought it was funny that the 'reinstalled rotor' looked amazingly brand spanking new. LOL*

[@SportsMusicCars]

Yeah, he replaced the pads & rotors here as well, hence having to compress the caliper pistons so much.

[@tonydunaganjr2184]

Great video but don’t forget to replace your axle nut pin

[@bryontellier9]

definitely appreciate this video man you couldn't of explained this process any better! thank you and teach me more0

[@alexisbalderaz7078]

Great video but really helps when they list sizes of sockets used. im not good with the sizes, and they usualy mention it in the video. Other than that great.

[@yervang9175]

great job..love yur video now i can easily install my new hub assembly with the big help of yur video...thanks again..

[@EJones-he3pg]

Very good n clear directions!

[@1AAuto]

+E. Jones Thanks for checking us out. Shop here for high quality auto parts: 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

[@ayodeledavidakinpelu7936]

Good video except the case that the hub almost never comes of that easy, especially if you live in the midwest/ where they salt the roads heavily in winter. The driver side hub took at least 4 days and I used a chisel, acetone, doused it in penetrating oil, rust inhibitor gel/ several mind blowing whacks with a heavy duty mallet and finally listening to some angry music the hub came off as i deformed the face of the hub ; didn't matter as I already had the new one. So that whole trick of tapping with a chisel is hogwash. I'm a back yard mechanic and have been that for 13 years. So put or verbally state that this may vary from vehicle to vehicle, as I drive a 2009 malibu and removing both front wheel hubs was hell!

[@1AAuto]

+Ayodele David Akinpelu 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/?KZbin&CTA+Comment&BOZVeDIICM

[@aleisterbroley900]

Doing anything at all on a Malibu-- especially Gen 7-- is like pulling teeth lol

[@Jesse-kk3br]

I removed the wheel before coming to see that I needed to replace multiple parts as I was replacing the front brakes... I can still remove that center bolt I hope? Can I use wd40 on it? Great video! Thank you Soo much for this!

[@bgrey55]

Great vid, did anyone notice that there was a leak coming from the brake line when he was playing with the brake caliper. wouldn't that be something to fix while the tire is off. hopefully he fixed it before he finished.

[@demmerdesign6356]

I was having a fit as I watched the brake fluid spread ... I wanted to punch my screen lol

[@ricardotorres525]

The brake fluid drips from the engin bay, its normal when you press the piston caliper

[@Noobie250r]

Daniel Son they didnt pay him to do that so he puts it back and lets them kno to check it so he can get a full bill again

[@BeerkegGarage]

when you push brake fluid back into the lines and up into the reservoir, the reservoir will sometimes overflow and spill out. it's normal.

[@dannyocampo1690]

this is the best way to replace the front wheel hub assembly much easier than just the bearing only I did learned something from this video .

[@1AAuto]

Thank you! +Danny Ocampo

[@murrayent1able]

Great video, but did he put the pin back?

[@cartoonguy2241]

very easy watching and listening.

[@1AAuto]

+Cartoon Guy Thanks for checking us out. Shop here for high quality auto parts: 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

[@jamescc2010]

Is it easier to just remove the whole caliper and rotor at the same time as one unit? Nice and easy vid to follow as always.

[@ricardotorres525]

James Chuaycham ป้อม ศักดิ์ชัย ,yes you can do that so you dont need to compress the piston and avoid the brake fluid dripping just make sure to hang it so the brake line dont get hurt

[@HiFiInsider]

does a new hub assembly include bearing preinstalled?

[@45eno]

Take extra caution when punching out that axle nut detent. I was not expecting the difficulty and time required to then fix the threads. They were never 100% even after spending an hour with a chase/oil on it. I bought a punch set from harborfreight and it smooshed the nut threads over. I then bought a special Axle nut removal tool that didn't do much. I might just dremel cut a triangle out of the nut to remove the detent as it was the biggest PITA of the entire install. I don't know how they are punching out the nut like that in these videos and then taking the nut off without damage. Such a hassle. Would be nice to find a locking ring to put on after the axle nut so you don't need to punch it.

[@Ravensfolyfe]

Serious video tails ...Thank you!

[@Huelogy]

Your video on the 2002 Honda Civic bearing and hub shows taking the knuckle out as well, and this video is just a chisel taking the hub assembly out? What is the difference in why?

[@saimirgjoni2834]

Very good job thank you so much for the video save some money for car service

[@1AAuto]

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 +Saimir Gjoni

[@jamesmoreno7739]

Great video for replacing front hubs on a 4 wheel drive. Suggest your company can make one for replacing the rear hubs that have the emergency brake shoes. The shoes interfere with using a cold chisel to remove the hubs.

[@bbc2922]

Good job simple way excellent results

[@1AAuto]

+Ha' MOODY 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

[@Spacepilot616]

What is the name of the part that the bolts to the caliper bracket bolt into on the back.

[@quintinthomas1569]

Does this video good for the 2014 ford escape se all wheel drive

[@videopokerAce]

I never have seen the chisel method for removing the hub assembly from the knuckle, any damage to the aluminum knuckle?

[@Eyes0penNoFear]

Wheel bearing assemblies come pre greased from the factory. Do you need to add any more grease to them? I have a 02 XL7 and replaced both front wheel bearings yesterday. I'm assuming I don't need to grease them, but I'd rather not find out the hard way.

[@jliu3040]

This video is very helpful. I really wan to buy the magic chisel for my next big repair work. Can anyone anyone tell me the chisel used in the video and where can I buy it?

[@johnny0seven]

Very thorough

[@Chavy719]

Does anyone know why I have broke 3 wheel hubs in half

[@Eyes0penNoFear]

Anger issues maybe? Did you over or under tighten the axle nut? That can cause premature wear and failure of wheel bearings if it's not torqued to spec.

[@honzikzemanu7915]

is any thread locker to be used on the axle nut that you put back on as final step?

[@seanfrancis3320]

Excellent vid. Thanks!!

[@1AAuto]

+Sean Francis Thank you for your feedback!

[@sidehop]

You guys are awesome. Well done 👍

[@JohnSmith-mg5ve]

why did you not install a new part ? i dont understand the reason for that actually surprised it went that easy with all the rust on there

[@danielledbetter4807]

Would have prefered to see the new bearings installed

[@This1LifeWeLive]

Is there a reason the whole brake system was taken apart to get to the hub? Every other video I have watched about doing wheel bearings shows the system taken off in one piece . . .

[@5.7hemi29]

They replaced the brake pads and rotors, so they just did it anyways.

[@ccinndierella9]

Why does my front tire, new brakes and bearings and bolts eventually end up wining and thudding and tire comes loose. Went to mechanic had to go back after first time to have him put new bolts and still makes all that I described? Maybe more damage beyond that?

[@Mr.Z125]

My car didn't have a hub assembly. Only replacement part was the hub itself. Had to remove the rear retainer on the hub which was painfully difficult.

[@fortheloveofnoise]

what car?

[@israelcruz242]

I want to become an automotive mechanic, any tips on what should I start doing to become one?

[@iamanoobiecheez]

I want to become an auto detailer, any tips on what should I start doing to become one?

[@deghost8844]

Hey, just curious...have u started exercising your mechanic skills? I would suggest start working on family/friends of family members. If u are pretty decent, then word'of'mouth usually does the trick.

[@YOUNGSENO702]

Very good video

[@1AAuto]

+Thatstreetfighter702 Thanks for checking us out! 1AAuto.com

[@phackqu]

I need new front bearings on a 2005 sienna and was wondering should I buy new hub or use the old ones?

[@Alejandr01836]

Looks easy enough, but my axle doesn't have a cotter pin, it's one of those you punch with a pin after the nut is on. What do I do? Force the nut off with an impact wrench and hope it cuts through the threads that have been flattened?

[@man4YAWEH454]

I see that your reply is 2 yrs. old. Remember as good as this video is it IS a general purpose video. Not to any specific vehicle. Rather go onto 1A Auto and look up your vehicle or do the same through KZbin. Peace.

[@MattSmith-xv1kw]

so what is this seal and o ring for ?

[@wnwill]

Very simply video and easy to follow but can I apply this procedure on my 2014 Ford escape FWD...reason I asked is because I'm trying to buy a front wheel hub assembly for this car but all I see is this, "Rear FWD wheel hub assembly", on a competitor site. I got confused. So is this for front wheel assembly when I see this?

[@1AAuto]

+wnwill The steps will be roughly the same for your vehicle, the basics will be able to be used for this repair. We cannot speak to other vendors but this to us reads the rear wheel bearings for the vehicle that is FWD.

[@joshvb777]

Great video, great explanation. Thank you!

[@1AAuto]

+jvb 7 Thanks for the feedback!

[@Sncedayone]

I have a 97 f150 and took it apart and my hub don't fit on the axel pole thing. It's to thick

[@Dafastso]

great video. very clear.

[@1AAuto]

+Joyson Wildhart Thanks for checking us out. 1aauto.com

[@marcelgardner8497]

Is it easier to just get a new hub instead of just replacing the bearings? It seems like (from the video) it will take less work and time.

[@Huelogy]

So much easier

[@cameronmay843]

Do u have a video on rear hubs

[@1AAuto]

+Cameron May Great question! Check out our library for more videos here: 1aau.to/m/video-library-c

[@alandew9372]

nasty little leak appearing whilst squeezing the pistons back in but very good video

[@Johnboyjws]

Superb video

[@dinukadissanayaka245]

Thank u for ur video.its helped a lot :)

[@richitrx7]

...ugh what happens if you mess up and the new bearing becomes undone during the new bearing installation but can still put it back together lol

[@flee78]

did you just put the old part on? where is the new hub assembly?

[@frankregalado3459]

Always use a soft metal hammer to strike axle

[@badams63adams48]

Can I ask you a question. I have a 2001 chevy express conv van and it has 202k miles on it. Still runs strong. Might use 1/2 quart of oil between changes. Are these good motors, 5.7 v8, only thing it needs now is do,t brakes and struts, which I'm ordering from you guys. Just wanted your opinion on the miles I have and if you think it is a good motor.

[@1AAuto]

+Badams63 Adams Thanks for checking us out. This is largely dependent on the upkeep the motor has had throughout its life. 1aauto.com

[@DrFillyBlunt]

Is it appropriate to grease any surfaces or open the bleeder when compressing the caliper piston? I've heard closing the piston with it closed can send dirty fluid back up into the system, is this true?

[@1AAuto]

+DrFillyBlunt We would not recommend opening the bleeder while you're trying to get this install done. If you need to change out your fluid we recommend doing that before hand or at another time as this may cause a fluid backup as stated.

[@quinnrose7315]

You’re good Thanks

[@1AAuto]

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

[@marshalt1129]

the break oil leaked when u push the cylinders

[@MeechYaboy]

Did it bother any body that the rotor was changed but not the actual hub assembly?

[@noelrodriguez7088]

Good but you have to install a new one not the same one, is better to see the difference

[@lunchbox0666]

Awesome 👍👍👍 good stuff

[@missUMommanBro]

How about a video. That the hub has no bolts ? Please more like 1993 Honda civic front.

[@1evl12aboosted2]

Hey guys had a quick question when replacing the wheel hub do u also have to install a new bearing with it or leaving the old one is ok if u have no problems with it? For a 2009 civic lx sedan

[@1AAuto]

+Jeffrey Rodriguez Thanks for watching! Most vehicles have hub assemblies that have the bearing in it already, so it will automatically come with it! If you have press on hubs and bearings then you will want to replace the bearings along with the hub. 1aauto.com

[@1evl12aboosted2]

@@1AAuto ok got it thank you for the info I really appreciate it!

[@optpr1119]

Thank you

[@1AAuto]

+OPT PR You're welcome!

[@samuellorenz3249]

Oh you and your CAKE American car hub bearing fixes. now do a 2008 hyundai elantra. ;)

[@1AAuto]

+Samuel lorenz We do not have a video for this repair right now, but we'll keep this request in mind for a future video! 1AAuto.com

[@andygholson821]

What sort of lubricant should be applied to the axle before slipping the assembly back on?

[@1AAuto]

+Andy Gholson Thanks for watching! You do not need to apply any lubricant to the axle splines when replacing the hub. May just clean off the spines a bit using brake parts cleaner and a soft wire brush!

[@andygholson821]

@@1AAuto Thank You for the response. Now I am trying to figure out why I can't get the hub assembly with new wheel bearing to slide on the axle all the way. Need about another 1/4" to accomplish that. The only thing that changed was the new bearing that was installed in existing hub assembly. I can send pics?

[@Eyes0penNoFear]

@@andygholson821 I know I'm late to the party, but I had the same issue. I used a bit of sandpaper to clean up the axle and it went right on.

[@ep.anukun2292]

Does groovelock pliers damage the piston when you compressing it in? im just asking. Normally there is a special tool for.

[@johndounts]

Yes it could, that why you should loosen up the bleeder and compress it with the tool

[@vlworm2320]

These guys never run into 4 hour set backs

[@neweraccount5615]

Caliper piston reset I always use a pad and C-clamp ALWAYS TOO HARD FOR PLIERS... wonder if I been doing something wrong

[@1AAuto]

+Newer Account That works!

[@N5FOURR]

Did you reinstall the cotter pin?

[@1AAuto]

+N5FOURR Thanks for watching! Yes you will want to reinstall the cotter pin.

[@sergiopineda1233]

Dont you have to get the bearing of the hub? I'm trying to replace my hubs because my threads are bad so holding a 5 lug is now 4 but the question please

[@1AAuto]

+sergio pineda

[@chasematthews4855]

No u just replace the hub assembly which is all 1 unit.

[@profquad]

this is a great video, but I can't stop laughing at 5:14 lol

[@thunderballz74]

That was simple brake & caliper removal but try that with a Toyota 4runner!It has guide pins for the caliper&pads and an anti-rattle pin. It took me awhile the first tire & second one about 7-8 min.. Lol

[@nigelmitchell351]

Why disassemble the whole caliper?

[@Huelogy]

He replaced the rotor so he had to

[@midnightrunner684]

I just Bought the $95.00 front hub bearing kit ..2 hubs ,2 Bearings and 4 Seals from A1 auto parts ...Getting ready to replace them in our 96 Maxima ...Bought the Hourborfreight hub tool ....So ..Here We Go

[@johnovegas]

Clean the pins? with silicone grease?

[@1AAuto]

+Johno Vegas The caliper pins can be cleaned with a wire brush, you can put some caliper pin lube on them to keep them functioning correctly. You can usually find it at you local auto parts store. Hope this helps you out. 1aauto.com

[@AuntieThree]

Damn good video

[@OGCJ10]

Did u replace yours?

[@doyle1900]

Will this work on the front bearing for a honda civic 2008 model?

[@1AAuto]

+Mac D We currently do not have an auto repair video that covers this particular repair. We will keep this request in mind in the event that we need to make this repair in the future. 1aauto.com

[@robertrogish1038]

Thank you for using a vehicle with some rust - that's real.

[@1AAuto]

+Robert Rogish Thanks for checking us out!

[@mohammedimran5698]

awesome...!

[@1AAuto]

+Mohammed Imran Thank you!

[@CrazyCandyCrush]

Does the abs sensor also controls the odometer reading? Anyone, thanks.

[@doyle1900]

No it doesnt. the speed sensor doe that

[@johnovegas]

in a ford ranger and similar there is a speed sensor in the differential.

[@jeremyknight9089]

Crazy Candy Crush no

[@arunkamal2320]

Good.👍

[@JorgeVictoria]

How it is the quality on this company anyone?

[@robertwhalley4266]

You really believe that is a ’dust shield’❓The dust from where to where? Maybe it is a heat shield. Disk get hot. Oil line behind ....

[@dcarder3336]

9:51: Grease on the back of the brake pads? Never heard of that. It should be stressed that one should use extremely little grease or better yet, use a product designed for that. Heat will make grease run. If any grease at all gets on the rotors...lookout!

[@kalynjacques565]

Alright so, I don’t have to bleed my breaks? Just pump them once finished?

[@1AAuto]

+Kalyn Jacques You do not have to bleed the brakes after this repair.

[@racdude01]

Why is it that so many videos show either only bearing replacement or involve disconnecting the spindle and knuckle when clearly all of that is unnecessary. Or is that only true on something vehicles?

[@1AAuto]

+Glenn Gutenberg Depending on the vehicle some of this may be necessary to access the bolts to remove the wheel bearing hub assembly from the knuckle.

[@DatMuslimDad]

Your axle but can’t he removed by hand

[@1AAuto]

+Bernard Wright Thanks for the feedback!

[@mikezzz7885]

Don't push grease on the back of brake pads. That grease will heat up and drip onto your brake rotor. Then you will have no braking. Use silver based anti-seize instead.

[@RsRj-qd2cg]

Why do y'all have hours of videos on how to install wheel bearings and hubs? Just install them as an assembly! Much less can go wrong that way. And if your hub is damaged, the bearing is probably damaged too.

[@raabsand]

I'd use a puller instead of a chisel... Can be rented from auto parts stores for free

[@1AAuto]

+Robert Sand Thank you for the feedback! 1aauto.com

[@neweraccount5615]

Scary to think someone about to do this may not know how to pop a hub cap