2005-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee Front Wheel Bearing

[@blaiseeee]

6 years later and this video helped me today, thank you! I hope your parents are doing well

[@fletcherpersinger5102]

Ok this is one of the most realistic and detailed videos I have seen. Thank you 🙏🏽. Props to the whole annoying process and issues we will likely encounter. Great video bro.

[@rmerrick123]

I love how yours came right out. Mine was so stuck I had to pull the knuckle. And found both upper and lower control arm ball joints were shot. Turned into me pretty much replacing the whole driver sides suspension...fun times.

[@BrandonDrabekND]

Thank you for posting this! I purchased a wheel hub assembly from Rock Auto and was able to replace it without any problems following the instructions on this video. I am no mechanic and this video made it easy. The only snafu I ran into was needing a 36mm deep well axle socket for the axle nut. It cost me an extra $25 at Advanced Auto. So basically for less than $100 and 90 minutes of my time I was able to repair my Jeep myself vs. the $300+ it would’ve cost me to take it to the shop.

[@bustacrypto]

7 years later and its still the best video for this job. Well done!

[@romeowhiskey1146]

Very HELPFUL video...step by step with LOTS of "watch out for's". Glad you help your parents. You had proper upbringing!

[@josephmcclintock7681]

Very helpful thank you

[@tracythorn2918]

It's early 2019 and I have a roaring wheel bearing on my 2007 Grand Cherokee. Your video is very helpful! I can see just what to do. Thank you!

[@GW_Goose]

this video was extremely helpful, the jeep dealership told me i have a broken front bearing and one in the rear. good thing you made this video because i wasn't about to give them a grand to do this job lol

[@josephferris198]

isn't that awful? it's about $200 in parts, even if you have to go out and buy the right size sockets. a couple hours of time in the garage, and you saved about $800.

[@Hubjeep]

Thanks! I'm changing the same side bearing on my mom's 2009 tomorrow! Her Jeep has 181,000 miles, it has ONLY needed normal wear parts besides a radiator since new! I have changed the oil every time myself (24 times... every 7,000 or so). Glad to see there are no major surprises with this hub/bearing replacement, looks similar to my 1999 XJ with the addition of an ABS sensor and no 13mm, 12-point socket heads.

[@JonStark117]

*This is exactly what I’m experiencing right at the same humming sound right at the 40-60mph marker. Narrowed it down to either tires or bearing. Needed new tires anyways and it kept going so I’m praying it’s the driver side wheel bearings.🙏🏼*

[@bridgethenderson6745]

Thanks for posting this. Very helpful. I like that you talk about it like a normal person, and that you kept in all the little things that didn't go exactly to plan. It makes it more accessible for those of who are trying to learn.

[@jth1987leb]

thank you. I am glad you enjoyed it

[@dy8863]

Always torque the axle nut to specification. too loose or too tight will cause premature bearing failure

[@davemaster001]

Very kind of you to help you parents out. Well done

[@jeffreyk1451]

Very helpful video, thanks for all of the practical details, had a grinding front passenger wheel bearing on 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee with 90k miles. I don't own a puller so thought I would attempt to hammer off the hub with a hand sledge like you did. Like a few others, mine was very obstinate, but with enough pounding, it moved enough to fit a screwdriver, then a pry bar, to apply pressure on the other side while continuing to hammer the caliper side until it eventually popped off, took about 20 - 30 minutes with rests. I could not get past the internet disagreements over whether the 36mm CV axle nut should be torqued to 100 or 175 ft lbs, so went with 100.

[@jth1987leb]

Glad I could help. To my understanding 100ft lbs is for the regular grand Cherokee. The 175 is for the srt8

[@chuchiso-ill8663]

Best detail video I’ve seen with good quality my 06 GC was making a humming roaring noise and thought it was my driveshaft to find out it was my wheel hub thanks man

[@stebro2738]

You totally got me when you put the amti-seize on the hub BEFORE you installed the brake rotor... I know its years since you made this video, but I may soon be doing this same on my 2009 GC 3,0 CRD.. and you are detailed enough to be a huge help!!

[@keithwittman4741]

I'm in upstate NY. And I have been using anti-seize on everything for over 30 years, even the hub face so it dosen't seize the rim to hub. Hoping I don't have to explain a "mule-kick" to my wife,over the phone, 100 miles away. If she has a flat tire.😆

[@tapalmer99]

Yeah. For sure. Keep on talkin'. Tell us some stories about yesteryear and driving the milk to market. Granny on the porch. A simpler time. Sorry. Got off on a tangent. Yes definitely appreciate the talking. Let's us know what your experiencing. A lot of times just the tone of the voice tells us whether you're getting aggravated or it's easy you'd be surprised how many little cues like that can help you on what to expect when you're doing a similar job. Thanks again for the video. I work on For.ula race cars and have done this and bearings on dozens of vehicles. Besides all the race cars have had to do it on a whole variety of 63 Bonneville 69 GTO 83 BMW 96 Grand Cherokee 02 Ford escape - besides a whole assortment of friends' Fiat MG TR Chevys and Dodge now I have been blessed to do it on an 06 Grand Cherokee. Lucky guy. Actually kind of looking forward to do it because the noise is horrendous and I know what will happen if I don't deal with it... Expediently.

[@seanparker5373]

Great video! Just a few comments that may help people out: When I do this job, I ensure that the bore in which the bearing hub sits is thoroughly cleaned out. There may be some that here, that will make reassembly more difficult. I also throw a thin application of bearing grease to the bore, so it slides in. I make sure the sounds are clean and also apply grease to the splines. The torque for the (3) 15mm hub boots (which I also clean on a wire wheel) is 75 ftlbs and the 36mms axle but is 175 ftlbs.

[@seanparker5373]

× ...splines are clean...

[@raynyhus2026]

I always change unit bearings in pairs, if one is failing the other isnt far behind it. Peace of mind. Torque everything to factory specs. Pretty good video

[@JW-fq1ec]

You are a absolute blessing!!! I did the passenger side bearing on my 06 thanks to your video!

[@dukenukem5768]

@11:25 : Wow, it came out with gentle tapping! Had you prepared it earlier? I took about 2 hours on each side, alternating between chiselling into the joint with chisels I had ground to a fine angle, and belting the hub flange with a 15 lb sledge hammer with about 15" of room to swing it.

[@jth1987leb]

in all my videos I do them real time. I am positive this is not the OG bearing. on most GM cars I have use a air hammer and sledge hammer to get those bearing out. and don't get me started on press in bearings. the joys of living in the Salt Belt

[@Daveyboygoeswild]

Hi there, hope your still online, just wanted to say GREAT video, very helpful. I have a 2008 WK and have hte same noise from the drivers side and am going to have a go myself. Also as an aside, well done looking after your parents. again thanks for this video

[@harvickfan1121]

Great video, How you managed to do it without swearing is amazing, I seem to do an awful lot when I work on things, lol.

[@j0m026]

FYI.. put some of that antisieze on the mating aluminum/steel surface when you put the bearing back in...

[@angelapetrovic3034]

Thankyou very much. Couldn't figure out why the disc wouldn't come off until your video

[@jerrye8778]

Way better video than the yokel I watched on another channel. GJ!

[@jth1987leb]

@@jerrye8778 thank you

[@romanrebisz4205]

Hey great video I need to install the brake dust shield is anyway with out take the hub out

[@Luigi-pk8mk]

Nice to see you helping your parents, that's a good son! Question: why not use the impact to remove the bolts holding on the bearing? a few suggestions: clean up mating surfaces with carb cleaner anti seize on the bearing bolts, spline grease on the CV axle shaft splines, anti seize were bearing fits into steering knuckle. Also anti seize on the hub where the brake rotor mates up. All makes for the next time to go easier.

[@markszyszkiewicz]

Good on you for taking such good care of your parents vehicle. Really enjoyed your step-by-step.

[@pharoahmonk50]

You are a good son. I know your parents appreciate you!

[@joegonzales5507]

Very helpful thanks for the lesson I am just waiting on my parts to come in & I will be attempting to this job

[@jth1987leb]

Glad it was helpful!

[@adrianshingler6182]

Brilliant.. going to do mine this week. Cheers from the uk

[@dontblinkphotography8915]

what size is the cv shaft nut? cheers

[@bobby4star]

Thanks for this great video. Saved me a bundle of cash doing this myself.... got a hub assembly from jeepchryslerparts for £55 and did this in 3 hours. Just make sure you have a deep 36mm impact socket for the hub nut folks. And 15mm impact sockets for the hub bolts. Great video, thanks!

[@carlagamper1700]

Thank you for your video, It helped me to understand what the dealership was telling me needed to be fixed. I also question the 6 hours they quoted although I realize that you stopped the camera a time or two. I wonder if they trumped up the shop time charge a bit? Anyway, your parents are fortunate to have such a helpful caring son.

[@jth1987leb]

Carla Gamper this is less then a 45 minuet job. It’s even faster if it’s a rwd Jeep. It DOES NOT take six hours. Also the best bearing to install is a timken or mevotech. I have experienced premature failure and abs issues with other brands.

[@cjaurentium2567]

Fantastic video, step by step instructions. I'm away to attempt this on my wife's car tomorrow. But it's going to be 36°F outside.

[@jth1987leb]

glad you like the video. I would love for it to 36 here. I'd be working on cars in shorts

[@harpman2010]

Thank you for the video was very helpful our bearing went the other day 2007 jeep grand cherokee

[@twopie79]

Very informative, the camera angles were great, got to learn exactly how to do it. Excellent video.

[@williamt9984]

Thankxx for such a good video man. These mechanic shops are over priced

[@jth1987leb]

William t glad you enjoyed the video. They truly are.

[@Luigi-pk8mk]

Also I will use an impact to snug the bolts down for the first tightening but then use a torque wrench to get it exactly where they should be. Even on wheel lug nuts.

[@Hubjeep]

100 lb/ft for the big nut. Lots of threads about this, but most say 100 is the number. My XJ was 175 so it sounds low (as others have commented in threads).

[@arthursmith643]

Need mine done on my 07 Jeep Grand Cherokee by my mechanic. Now I know what he has to do. Thanks Much.

[@chrisc4924]

this dude cracks me up. he's the shit though

[@jth1987leb]

Thanks

[@mickzupan7083]

Thanks for the video bud. And hope your parents health is good! Good of you to help your parents! Props..

[@kylekim349]

Thanks for the great video. Hope your parents are doing well!

[@dalans7414]

Mine was a 35mm. The guy at O’Reillys said if you have limited slip, it’s a 35mm

[@robmaximus7137]

Dude, does the passenger side not have a axle nut? Mine doesn't have one on the passenger side. 2013 jeep grand cherokee limited 2wd v6.

[@mewrongwayKOCXF]

Would a CV Joint cause binding? Like a wheel trying to lockup momentarily? Thanks

[@guillermohernandez648]

Hey Man awesome video, Im thinking in do in it myself but the only thing you didn't said is what size that sucket is to remove the axle nut

[@seanparker5373]

36 mm deep socket

[@tonysorice5142]

very good by the way but how many miles was on that jeep ,

[@jth1987leb]

tony, may I can’t remember at the time of filming. But now it has 178xxx miles.

[@zxtenn]

Good job but since you used anti seize on the wheel to hub contact I think you could have brushed everything and put some elsewhere too in the event you need to replace the axles

[@jth1987leb]

jim dandy great point. In the case of the jeep, because it's my parents and they are older and don't drive much replace more parts on this jeep isn't something I'm too concerned about.

[@MrGoldman9]

In the minute 11:55, you can clearly see the damage that happened to the shaft due to the hammer hitting on the outer side of the gears that the hopper will ride on. For this reason, the correct methods, techniques and appropriate tools must be used for this purpose so as not to expose people to danger

[@kevinmartin6480]

Would it sound like a swooshing sound like something us rubbing it doesn't stop even when I apply brakes? I only hear it when doing around 25 to 35 mph. I brought it in they said it could be bearing but no play in wheel. Any info would be helpful. Keep up the good work on videos! Thanks

[@GaryZordani]

If the sound goes away turning left would it be left bearing bad?

[@Headshot45ful]

Thanks for video! Do you know what is the size of that big socket on wheel bearing hub? Is it 35? I have 2009 WK Laredo.

[@jth1987leb]

I cannot remember off hand but I think it is in the comments.

[@scottdemoss828]

So, I thought I heard you say in this video, that you would comment or post a video with your thoughts on the 4 warnings coming on at the same time. The ABS, the Traction control, the Service 4WD, and the service Electronic Brake system warnings. Did you find they all went away when you changed the wheel bearing? Did you post a new video with the explanation... I have been searching, but no luck... Great video, thank!

[@jth1987leb]

So even though the code said front abs it turns out the the issue was the rear wheel bearings

[@scottdemoss828]

@@jth1987leb and all 4 codes went away once you replaced the bad bearing?

[@sebastiaotavares8549]

Good job,well done,what’s size your impact tool,seems so small,works good anyways 👍👍👍God bless you,you are good son

[@jth1987leb]

Thanks. I think I was using the Milwaukee M18 line of tools back then. I only use the M12 line now. Much smaller and lots of power.

[@sherri1208]

On a 07 Grand Cherokee.When pushing the piston back do u need to loosen the master cylinder cap

[@jth1987leb]

No you don’t

[@jhealey1865]

My wife has a 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo found you video great video easy to understand thanks

[@marcux88]

Good Job! Mine is a 2014, I hope the process is the same.....i am going to buy the part now! Thank You

[@jth1987leb]

It’s pretty much the same

[@Meandtheghosts]

Sir, you just saved me a couple hundred £££!I can't thank you enough!Have a nice day!

[@jth1987leb]

You're welcomes. Glad I could keep money in your wallet.

[@J1I9M7M4Y]

Superb video!!! Thank you very much for this complete guide!!!!

[@majkolspirovski7825]

A couple of questions: 1)What size is the socket for the CVJ nut? 2) I recently replaced the ABS sensor on the front pass side of my 09 GC. Now, 2 weeks later, Im starting to get a humming noise between 35-60 mph. Trying to pinpoint which bearing, so would the ABS sensor replacement be indicative of a bad bearing?

[@jth1987leb]

I think it was 36mm. And no. Replacing the abs speed sensor would not effect the bearing. To find out which bearing it is without taking anything apart, while driving turn the steering wheel left and right. If you turn the steering wheel to the left and the noise gets quieter or goes away it's the right bearing and if you turn right it's the left

[@majkolspirovski7825]

+Joshua Harden thank you sir. It's that bearing. This video will be very helpful!

[@pedullabass]

I kinda think that when a WSS gives an error it could be because the bearing is starting to go out and damaging the WSS. Metal shavings from the bearing getting on the Tone ring or the sensor. You maybe put a new sensor on then it temporally fixes the problem . Then the bearing goes out and you end up having to replace the whole hub that comes with a new WSS ??

[@ErgoCare1]

It is 36mm but use an 8 point socket not 16 point.

[@jeffreyvandermeiren9806]

I would use a 6 point on a hex nut. Not an 8

[@fletcherking2429]

Question, I have a 2011 jeep grand Cherokee overland. I went to the dealership to calibrate the air suspension. They weren't able to get it to calibrate it. He suggested changeing out the bearings and struts. Does changeing them have anything to do with my air ride suspension?

[@jth1987leb]

I think you need to take it someplace else. Unless there is a dry rot or a hole in the air struts there’s no need to replace. Wheel bearing have nothing to do with air leveling system. If they are talking about strut bearings these jeeps don’t have strut bearings.

[@pyore2614]

Do I need to purchase an entire new hub assembly or can I just get the wheel bearing jtself?

[@jth1987leb]

The hub assembly and bearing are one assembly

[@rashkoom5599]

now the abs light is on and the check engine light as well I took it to the jeep dealer and a minth later it came back after changing me $1740 to fix it and replace the radiator...05 grand Cherokee larado

[@franciscotoledo9238]

Made easy helpful for me to be able to do mine. Love the way you explained too

[@Alex.AL_26]

Excellent video, Invest in an air impact wrench and you will thank yourself, those have so much more power than the battery ones.

[@jth1987leb]

Alex so I have a whole air system in my garage now. I spent a lot of air tools. Now I never use them. The most use the air compressor gets is to air up tires. I have invested into Milwaukee M12 line of cordless power tools. They are great! They also make the junkyard runs way faster.

[@Alex.AL_26]

@@jth1987leb That is true, the cordless impacts are helpful if you are working away from your garage.

[@James28R]

not the good battery ones they dont. air is obsolete for cars

[@tech9ineTO]

Great video. Do you know if the 2007 SRT8 uses the same bearings?

[@jth1987leb]

Tony Singh I believe so but the torque specs are different

[@joshrazo2695]

Wht size sockets for the cv shaft bolt.

[@dangerousfreedom4965]

I wish you would have shown how much play was in the wheel bearing before you removed the wheel and tire

[@theadventuresofmikeandjami6693]

Nicely done man. Thanks for sharing this!

[@jth1987leb]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@tonybarkdull1199]

Would you happen to have a part # for the O-ring? or the size?

[@PookieLoc]

Great video bro I have the same issue with my 2010 srt8 Jeep and I just got my new hub in the mail I’m about to change it soon thanks!

[@jth1987leb]

Glad I could help. Just be mindful that the torque specs for the srt8 are different than the regular grand Cherokees.

[@keithameerali9474]

It's ironic he mentions torque specs, but he hasn't used a torque wrench. And he pounds on a ratchet with a hammer. Use a cheater extension but he was brought up properly so no cheating. Seriously !

[@jth1987leb]

Keith Ameerali calm down Karen

[@keithameerali9474]

@@jth1987leb Well I wouldn't be taking tips from this guy.

[@honda1990able]

nice video nd explanation thanks for sharing

[@Analyzer52]

Rubber o ring is just to hold tje rotor on when going down the assembly line. It does not do anything and can be thrown away.

[@maggieroks]

But what size is the axle nut!?!?! Dammit I can't find this info lol this is my 3rd video 🤣

[@ShadwSlaya]

36 mm

[@maggieroks]

@@ShadwSlaya thanks man, I said f*ck it and bought a 34 and 36 lol I was out of town in my buddys garage with little tools

[@countrycovers7055]

Its a 35mm on my 09 jeep grand Cherokee

[@joelothon8150]

Good evening I have a 2007 cherokee when I get to 100 km / h the front tire buzzes on the driver's side and I release the accelerator and it stops buzzing and I crush it again and it comes back but if I go 120 km / h it takes away it thinks it could be the ball bearing

[@jth1987leb]

I’d say bearing

[@BallRich]

What kind of noise was your bearing making and at what speed did the bearing start making noise?

[@fishsticks88]

So no washer.. the washer goes behind the hub?

[@aldee3018]

i gotta do this on my 2006 jeep commander soon. you mind telling me what zise socket you used to get the nut ogg the axle?

[@jth1987leb]

It’s been so long. 32 34 or 36.

[@seanparker5373]

36mm

[@waltersmith1276]

Thanks very much for your time and video very very helpful

[@tonybarkdull1199]

You put the bolts in already. Hang dust shield from the bolts. Makes it easier to start the bearing

[@socalRooster]

What happens if you don’t replace the rubber ring.mine don’t have one

[@mellscott22685]

good job, could've clean those bolt threads an the area after removing the Hub but other than that great job boss!

[@jrodzilla24]

Any idea the Knurl diameter of the wheel hub assembly studs?

[@austinmudd9752]

Happy for you that yours came off with just a few taps of a hammer. I have been pounding away at mine for over an hour now.....great video though!

[@JosephDAndrea0121]

I know this wont help you but for future intrepid travelers. Get a map gas torch and heat the steering knuckle around the bearing it may take a few thermal cycle. Also you can put a cold chisel on the hub and hit it in a way that it rotates just to break the corrosion. Watch south main auto's hub assembly video and deal with that issue a lot. I live in Ohio and have done about 5 hub assembly on different model cars and every one has been a night mare to get off.

[@SrtHemiPower]

How do you take the rear wheel hub off a Jeep Grand Cherokee 2014

[@thejackofalltrades2692]

and for goodness sake man... wire brush some of the rust and crud off of things.

[@justinburtyk3240]

I drove tonight, and this sounds like the issue. I have a 2012 JGC 4x4 Laredo, 39000+ miles. It sounded like a metal on metal grinding driver side front, only happens when i accelerate. Is this similar symptoms you had? I have been researching a little, and have read drive shaft, motor mounts, transfer case, wheel hub bearing. Good video, hope this is the issue seems like an easy fix to bang out, more than dropping 1800 on anything. What do you think and how do you troubleshoot to ensure this is it?

[@jth1987leb]

justin burtyk it wasn't metal on metal. It was a loud hum. The sound would go away during turning to left. The rpms where higher then they should be because the engine has to work harder and Jeep slowed down way faster from speed when I took my foot off the gas. It's hard for me to describe a bad bearing without seeing, hearing and feeling.

[@justinburtyk3240]

Joshua Harden well any ideas what might be going on than?

[@jth1987leb]

justin burtyk I would say it's the bearing.

[@VhishusJ]

What size socket are you using to take the caliper assembly off?

[@jth1987leb]

VhishusJ the caliper bracket bolts are the same size as the lug nuts. I think 19mm or 21mm

[@VhishusJ]

@@jth1987leb mine aren't is why I'm asking. The lug nuts are 3/4. Turns out the back bolts are 13/16. Thanks tho the vid was a huge help!

[@trevor626s]

What size sockets did you use and for what?

[@colbyc3277]

What size socket do you use for the cv nut

[@countrycovers7055]

I have a 09 jeep grand Cherokee limited 5.7 and im changing both my fron wheel bearings tomorrow & i was hoping someone could tell me the axle nut torque amount & lug nut torque amount please, im afraid im going to tare up these new $450 front wheel bearings real fast just guessing, ive heard 100 ft and 175 ft, any ideas?

[@tylerdowney8329]

Did the abs and 4wd service thing go off?

[@jth1987leb]

Tyler Downey it’s supposed to but i ended up replacing the rear wheel bearing and the fixed the issue

[@jth1987leb]

Tyler Downey yes. Put I also replaced all the abs speed sensors.

[@stevet4064]

Thanks for your efforts. Great video. It'll help lots of people.

[@ajaypro2881]

What size is the bolt size too remove the hub assembly?

[@jth1987leb]

Ajay Pro 15mm

[@ChrisMartin-rk4rn]

Good job. You're a good son.👍

[@JJAdams-ok5bb]

Did you figure out the lights on the dash. Abs and tractio. I have the same problem

[@jth1987leb]

Jash Adams so I am finally acquired this Jeep and I will be going through it with a fine toothed comb and will address this issue. I’m pretty sure it’s a leaking roof seal that allows water to run down the A pillar and into the junction box

[@rwatchin]

very helpful...thanks...blessings and well wishes to your parent's

[@stanhigh7199]

do u have a front strut replacement video

[@jth1987leb]

no, not yet but it is coming. It really needs them replaced. Since my mum passed on my stepfather can’t afford as much so I have repairing thing with my own money as then come up and the importance of it needing to be done. Next video will be the tie rod ends as the rubber boots are cracked and there is play in them. Thanks for watching.

[@BallRich]

Will a bad bearing cause a humming noise? When my 07 jeep Cherokee hits around 60 mph I get a humming noise, when I take my foot off the gas it goes away. When I am driving around town and under 60 the jeep is fine.

[@jth1987leb]

Jeremy Richardson yes. It can do that. What will happen is it will begin to happen all the time. Now the fun part is finding which wheel it is

[@scottburgus3259]

Jeremy, did you discover the cause of your problem? My '05 Cherokee is doing exactly the same thing. I am more suspect of the differential than a wheel bearing.