Nissan Altima: Front Wheel Bearing & Speed Sensor

[@SouthMainAuto]

*Astro Tools 78834"Last Chance" Impact Rated Hub Removal Bolt Kit* : amzn.to/3QKvEim For such a simple tool as the inclined plane, it sure is handy. May the force be with you ✌

[@mikedavis9923]

Last wheel bearing I did on a jeep liberty was factory on an 05. I had to use my hand to hold it in place while I got all the bolts out because it came loose and was making bind up the threads. California.

[@rarpen]

Someone send Eric a hub shocker I have used mine hundreds of times

[@MacAutoDiag]

$30 for a few nuts and bolts? That's a rip-off if I've ever seen one

[@Mr2004MCSS]

I bought one of these kit after seeing you use it once. The last wheel bearing I tried to take off took me a couple of hours to do because it was rusted on and I had nothing good to use to take it off with.

[@honchoryanc]

@@MacAutoDiag Ball bearing tip machine work

[@TorqueTestChannel]

Anyone else forget the dust shield like half the time sandwiched in there and have to take the bearing assembly out again just for some thin sheet metal BS to go back on?

[@SilentServiceCode]

nope, I cut it in half then slide it in heh

[@Gizmetti]

Ive done this 6 times on my own car. I never learn.

[@salami99]

@@SilentServiceCode huh then how does it bolt in?

[@fjb666]

Numerous times; if it has some big rust holes or is falling apart, it doesn't go back in, more of a liability of a comeback, and if boss or customer won't pay for new shield, well, yea, ha.

[@SilentServiceCode]

@@salami99 very carefully

[@Hey_Its_That_Guy]

Nothing like coming home after a long day of slaving over a warm LCD monitor, in an air conditioned office, to watch you deal with rusty junk. Thanks for all you do, Eric!

[@dans_Learning_Curve]

Hey, you're that guy that drives past SMA and blows his horn!

[@DirtForester]

Hey, it’s that guy!

[@bartsarton2212]

You must be beat!

[@michaelpressman7203]

For years I did things the other way around I rolled in the dirt all day and came home and watched an LCD screen while sitting on my butt have a good evening

[@tomoakhill8825]

Eric O lives in the United States not the United Kingdom. I worked for General Motors inspecting the newly installed _cotter pin_ that Eric O replaced in this video. That is what General Motors calls that part. UKUS split pincotter pin boottrunk bonnethood wingfender windscreenwindshield brake lighttail light reversing lightbackup light indicatorsblinkers handbrakeparking brake gear stickgear shift wheel nutlug nut dynamogenerator gear boxtransmission exhaust pipetail pipe silencermuffler Any commenter who objects to Eric O using "cotter pin" is just showing their ignorance of United States automotive English.

[@johnmehaffey9953]

You’re still by far the best and most informative mechanic on the tube Eric, plenty of imitators out there but only one original, thanks Eric

[@michaelpressman7203]

What about Ray

[@eighthof8]

Thank goodness the lovely Mrs O showed up with her new designer gown, fresh hairstyle, and of course boutique eyeglasses.

[@johndesaavedra1040]

For someone who has beaten the hub out with an air hammer more than once, the Last Chance Hub Removal tool is mighty attractive. Thanks for sharing!

[@dougtervo5016]

Hi Eric watching you from the rust belt of U.P. OF Mich. Thanks for the video!!

[@adventureoflinkmk2]

15:06 -- brakleen sound.. first time in what feels like forever 16:37 -- fluid film sheep.. and you can never have too much fluid film either lol

[@CaptainNero]

YES

[@92Pony]

I was beginning to think we'd never see the brakleen again! 😆

[@adventureoflinkmk2]

@@92Pony I know that's right.. pretty much all the sounds at this point. Also the phrases like whoa fella and what the thunder and mother lovin' and hoohaa and ope there's yer problem lady and whoa man down

[@UlyssesXB]

As a novice DIYer, I love your channel. I appreciate the raw commentary and problem solving since most jobs are ever as simple as following numbered directions. (corrosion, wear, techniques, etc.)

[@kulan9379]

Yeah if everything just wanted to cooperate, omg so easy everything would be.

[@theANGRIERone]

Gonna be doing a CV axle or boot on that side soon. Watching it drip while you do the speed sensor. Lol

[@theANGRIERone]

@BILL Haha yes. I thought I was seeing things. I had to rewind the video and make sure

[@luisamoa2500]

I kept watching the same thing too but I'm like how can the CV boot be leaking the way it is if it's heavy Grease so either something from above leaked unto it.

[@jo300hn]

Just turn your screen brightness down a little and it will go away, worked for me.

[@donlove3741]

Eric ! Your pronunciation of South Main Auto has always been Self Made Auto to my mid west ears !

[@edchenal821]

Living in the West, the level of corrosion you encounter is amazing. Good work. Thanks for the lesson.

[@MikeBrown-ii3pt]

Glad to hear that the brake kleen AND fluid film sound effects are both back!

[@shawn7913]

I have a 1969 car that doesn't have the rust, crust, and corrosion that 90% of the cars you work on have. Of course I live in GA, not upstate NY. Hats off to you.

[@johnmack4351]

"Avatar" New York does not know how lucky they have it to have a shop that is honest, expert and not filled with a bunch of twelve year olds practicing the standardization of deviation on your vehicle. Pulled out of my local shop once and both front tires all lug nuts loose, best part was I was there for an oil change... Great work as usual Eric.

[@dmcdow]

I love watching a professional work.

[@jeffjankiewicz5100]

Last chance tool is the first tool used. Outstanding.

[@michaelwerk9430]

Much respect to you. I am always learning from you. And thank you for focusing on repair videos and not other unrelated b.s.

[@TreyCook21]

He's got a whole other channel devoted to that. Quite interesting stuff.

[@michaelwerk9430]

@@TreyCook21 Subscribed😆

[@cycleguy666]

I lived in Joisey most of my life and now reside in Southern Virginia. While the weather in Virginia is milder than Joisey and I am a Damn Yankee in Virginia. My neighbors love ❤️ me because I can fix anything. Love them John Deere machines!! Northern NY is another world!! I was considering moving to South Gilboa 🤔 NY for a while. But where you and Mrs. O and the family live is a whole other world!! Cold, salt, and dampness!! You should recommend your area to manufacturers as a test bed for corrosion resistance!! What an area!! I have been up your way several times on motorcycle runs but not in the winter!! A whole new world then!! 🌎 All the best 👍 to y'all, Cheers, Rick

[@bobbywills9487]

I've been watching your videos for years. I always get a good laugh when that New York accent comes through. Mom's family is from New York and the old man's family is from North West Florida on the gulf coast. Mom used to tell me when she met my father while he was stationed in New York, that she thought that the only thing that came out of the south, was rednecks and stump jumpers. I spoke with my aunt (aka - ant) the other night, and she still lives in New York. Her accent and at the speed which she speaks, I had to tell her to slow down and speak to where this country boy could understand her. Love the videos and the great work that you do, keep it up chief.

[@guillermocarrillo3959]

Worth watching just for the cameo of Mrs. O.

[@weloveups831]

The sound affects alone are worth watching SMA for! The content is the best Really!

[@georgehardy4149]

That makes me appreciate where I live. Corrosion is not a problem for the most part.

[@ron827]

Yes, every tool has a hammer side but not every tool has a screw drive side but every screw drive has a punch/chisel side.

[@scotthill1278]

Love the sheep sound affect. Down south wallered out is an actual measurement.

[@joehall1114]

The return of the sheep sound with the fluid film, my day is complete. :)

[@SimpleLife1971]

The other day I did a wheel bearing and CV axle replacement on a 1999 Dodge Dakota 4 wheel drive. Many of the rust belt techniques were employed so I was thinking; "what would Eric do" LOL...........Great video!

[@jimclifford1241]

Oh boy, I can't wait. An ugga-duhga video! Love them all, but love the ugga duhga videos the most. Thanks Eric!

[@jimclifford1241]

Finally got to watch after all of the Zoom meetings. Classic SMA video. Loved it. It's like a warm blanket on a cold night!

[@kaafromoz]

TY Eric another great adventure video with you into the world of rust and corrosion, always a pleasure too see a master at work. Also a delight to see the lovely Mrs O make a short appearance and looking after you so well. Keep Safe Keep Strong 🦘🦘🦘🦘🚗🚗

[@jeffryblackmon4846]

You have stolen my comment! I was going to refer to Mrs. O as the lady in the background who keeps tabs of the money flow and probably does an additional dozen tasks we do not see.

[@inlukk]

Aviation industry A&P mechanic for 30 years here. I see no issue here. ;) And split pin/ cotter pin. Call it whatever ya want man.

[@Davis-q1s]

This is just the kind of channel I was looking for. I,m no mechanic or anything, but i like to watch and learn.

[@brianmooney7009]

Just went on Amazon to buy the last chance tool. And you are the guy in video for there product. They don’t show your face but Deff your voice. Thanks for the info on product

[@chrisdidamo7675]

Thanks for the tip on the old non round vs new round assembly, not sure I would have thought of that.

[@robinrousseau1087]

A GREAT OBSERVATION BY HIM TO CATCH THAT.

[@timothypaetsch8690]

Yes, both brake clean and fluid film sound effects... great video 📹 👍 👏

[@hamza78]

Eric, always love your "nuts & bolts" vidoes... Thank you!

[@SlimFarmer]

You relieve anxiety for the average Joe wrenching on his vehicle. You do a great job of showing how text book repairs aren’t ideal in the real world. Amazing stuff once again

[@French20cent]

And another one ! Every move you make, every step you take is the right one, with the right force applied to it, at the right angle and obviously on the right part; it is almost therapeutic to watch.

[@lawrencepevitts2434]

It's a pleasure to watch you work. You have a very methodical way of working, very logical.

[@Bok6969]

Great job mate I have been watching you for few years now from Great Britain wish you and the family the best

[@missulu]

As a NASA certified cotter pin engineer, I fully support you.

[@oliverjantz1108]

Wow 90 percent of ur time spent was dealing with rust and corrosion; then on goes the wheel bearing; I have drilled out one sensor on a F1 Fitty that came from KC; Y’all work hard on that there corrosion up north let me tell ya!!! Thanks for showin every body how to do it right Érico!!! Much love 💕 from the south

[@jakhanis78]

I used a 1/2 bolt with a nut. I was able to remove the wheel hub. I'm glade I saw your video..

[@soarthumbs1]

Eric the only information missing in this video and many others like this is the customer complaint and understanding when it's time to change these parts. This type of knowledge and information can save us viewers time, money and keep us safe. Thanks Champ!

[@bigdog7813]

Gotta love that Fluid Film 'sheep' juice and laugh every time I hear the related sound effect. Great videos and witticism. Say 'Hi' to the Mrs. for me. Cheers

[@Conqueef-tadoor]

I replaced a wheel bearing ony wife's 2014 Altima a few years ago. Thankfully I live down south and everything came apart SUPER easy, didn't have any of the issues shown in this video. Even the wheel speed sensor came right out, and I was able to re-use it.

[@LadyAnuB]

Eric O, The New Mind KZbin channel released a video on the history of automotive brakes yesterday. When he got to disc brakes, I couldn't help but think of the voluminous amount of videos you have done on disc brake jobs. (I don't have such an association with drum brakes though. 😀)

[@johnboywaltonbeard4699]

Eric O’…Great job as always. Did this job with my son in law. I did one side and he the other. He says “I have this new tool from Astro I saw Eric use”. I laughed “I bought one too”! LOL Even though I had the notch in the right place, had to run a 3/8 drill in and trim the ring a little before the sensor would go in, only on one side.

[@nonyabiz2777]

Every video I can smell rust and all the nasty stuff in the air. I applaud you for doing it so we can just watch.

[@dannyk1980]

Welcome back to the self made all channel!

[@Danzilly]

Vanessa's keeping Dr. Eric in good health!

[@JohnRodriguesPhotographer]

I love using Emory like you do. Emory has a lot of uses. I use some to refinish a very old knife that was my dad's. This knife is from around 1963. I progressively went through from the courses to the finest grit. I accidentally put one hell of an edge on the knife in the process! Kind of nicked myself! Get a kick out of the sound effect for the fluid film! It's fun watching you because you're so relaxed with the camera now. It makes it seem like we are there and you're just talking to us.

[@danielsaunders829]

You're the best Eric. Buying the "Last Chance" thingy now. About to embark on the same project: 2006 Nissan Murano - right front. I think the ABS tone ring is bad. Details: ABS and AWD error lights are on, and car has a really bad front brake pulsation - but only for the first few seconds of driving(!) Computer showed a bad right front ABS signal so I replaced that ABS sensor and cleaned the other 3. I also did all 4 brakes very carefully, with all new slide pins, clips, rubber boots... lubed everything, torqued everything (incl lug nuts) to spec... and still have the same exact horrible pulsation. Then, took apart right front brakes again, checked, lubed, replaced rotor this time, sanded the 2 day old pads a bit (but they seemed perfect)... and the really bad pulsation continues for only the first few seconds of driving. ABS and AWD error lights are still on. Maybe it's a bad ABS control module? Or tone ring?... so it needs the whole new hub/bearing assembly? What a pain in the arse! Dan

[@carljenkins5092]

Great Video. Thanks for posting it. I have a 14 Altima and a 18 Rogue. I have changed one of my rear bearings but not a front one yet. So far no CVT issues. Thanks again.

[@rjb6327]

Always nice to see Mrs. O.

[@bobhudson6659]

By far the easiest job I have seen you do. You must be getting soft. Need to send Mrs O out there to sort you out. Take care. Bob. Retired mechanic in Land Down Under.

[@scottjohnson4319]

Nice catch on the corrosion inside the hat. That's why you make the medium bucks!

[@johnwelch461]

From the land of "OZ" you and rainman sre the best mechanic's on youtube👍👍

[@hodesto]

You seem like a good guy. Good family man. I wish you would wear a mask, avoid breathing in all that dust.

[@64maxpower]

I disagree. If you can do it there's alot of people that can't. You are super amazing

[@mikecoller]

I know Eric's diagnosis spot on but I still prefer videos with noise , dust and grime !

[@fryguy42005]

Mamas keeping you healthy and strong

[@crazybobc1]

Great videos! I wish I could find a good, quality, honest mechanic like you here in Georgia.

[@hickorystx]

Nice video!!! Very detailed and great filming. Thaks for the tips and sharing your experience and knowledge. If all jobs could be this easy!!! I too reside in NY and hate dealing with rust and corrosion even on newer vehicles. Looking forward to more learning from a master automotive specialist!!

[@michaelpressman7203]

My 75 Blazer four-wheel drive four-speed came out of Queens New York have a good day

[@jaybaker4447]

Another great start to another great day. Enjoying my coffee and watching your video. I find it satisfying to see your methods of fixing cars because it’s the easy way most often. No Bull just fact and it always seem like it’s the right way to go about it. Thank you again on the right way to fix it and entertaining at the same time.

[@jeremymurphy7320]

The sheep returns! The Film application is complete once again!

[@georgemeeker9459]

Been watching you for awhile. Thanks for being honest and upfront. Nice to see a New Yorker local garage expert putting it out there. My brother in law has re-opened the Garage in Old Forge quite a few years ago. He is as busy as a one legged cat in a sandbox.....

[@shawn_530]

Just what I need after a long day at the shop!

[@Mountain-Man-3000]

Damned speed sensors. I've never got an OEM one out in one piece, but I put some antisieze on the replacements. Thought it might mess it up, but so far so good!

[@richardmitchell7836]

Perfect timing, you put in the split pin ( aka in America cotter pin ). As your saying if you're from NASA or an expert, it sounded like the kids screaming in the background, I said to myself there are the experts screaming around the world LOL

[@NickMyers1]

I always enjoy seeing the rust and corrosion from the heart of the salt lands - New York! The never ending paycheck for NY state mechanics. The galvanic corrosion was Impressive. Hub removal tool is really impressive, great idea from Astro. Nice work as usual Eric!

[@verntou8228]

Drill Bits, So many drill bits every year. Love these videos, because Eric always seems to pull out the same tools I used before I put my box in the basement.

[@Android_Warrior]

We love you Eric, please wear a mask!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@miceinoz1181]

Luv ya work Eric. Rainman Ray must be seriously envious.

[@johndavis-tn3il]

You know it's a quality job if the speed sensor bore has a cross hatch pattern. I did leave the hub assy bolts a turn or 2 loose and drove a Chevy Traverse to break the corrosion, after disfiguring some bolts attempting to force it loose.

[@richardsmith2721]

Mrs O made an appearance! ❤

[@jatco84]

Another great job of this one, Eric.. one you get past the rust, as you say. I wonder if most mechanics are a particular with their work as you are.. Thanks for the tour...

[@michaelpressman7203]

Hey Eric thanks for the video I like the way you pull that hub assembly out with the bearing with the last resort puller that was a great idea by the way you're starting to sound like Ray between the brake clean and worrying about split pins or carter pins because the little trolls might get excited hey have a great day thank you

[@bigsparky8888]

GOOD JOB SIR!!! THE OBSERVATION OF A PATTERN AND ROUND HUB TO REMOVE RUST IN ROTOR...I HAD SIMILAR PROBS WITH GLASS...BEEMERS, JAGS, MERCEDES, PORSCHE, DOOR GLASS MUST BE OEM...GEOMETRY OF GLASS IS HUGE TO KEEP WIND WHISTLES OUT...AFTER MARKET CHEAP GLASS NEVER FITS...

[@muppetgump8522]

Just did front wheel bearing in a 07 trailblazer 4x4. Took me 2 hours. No air tool's needed.

[@JohnRodriguesPhotographer]

Used battery power! Just kidding. You know what I miss? The old fashioned bearings where you would pull them out clean them and repack them. I never had a bearing go bad doing that. I started driving in a 66 Bel Air in 1974. Have always twisted my own wrenches or use my air tools or now my 18 volt. I guess I wasted money getting the 18 volt because at my point in life working on a car is not really a thing. Enjoy that feeling of success and a job well done. Working on your own car gives you that. Be safe live long and prosper!

[@beardpapa7306]

Love the videos. Saw the hat. I use to shoot at Lancaster Archery Tournaments all the time before my car accident. That’s where I got my start with shooting for Hoyt. Great place.

[@roadmanjim]

Eric, another great video. Thank you! I'm going to put on my complainie pants and recommend that everyone wear a dust mask when cleaning cast aluminum. That dust (aluminum oxide) is the same stuff that is on most sand paper and the lungs have no use for it nor can the lungs get rid of it. Think of asbestos and mesothelioma. I wish for you to be around for many years and enjoy your much-deserved retirement with the family. Please keep them coming.

[@leninmi7579]

Love the sheep audio for the fluid film👍🐑

[@chrishartley1210]

The speed sensor hole will almost certainly be metric. 10mm is just slightly larger than 25/64".

[@davegilbertson4907]

I'm impressed the speed sensor bolt actually came out and didn't sheer the head off.

[@ryanwaltos2206]

Have had to resort to epoxying the SS back, as the bolt had sheared off and wasn't worth drilling and re-tapping

[@shinzuel1466]

that drive shaft was dripping well

[@bojangleszj]

Work in the aviation industry for a major airline. When I firsted started as a wee little lad and wet behind the ears. I bent a cotter key the same way and all the senior mechanics gave me guff and said this ain't your john deere boy we don't fix stuff with bailing wire and incorrectly bent cotter keys...so I fixed it the "correct way". Well just so happens if you read the maintenance manual both ways are acceptable methods for bending a cotter key. Been bending them the same way since doesn't matter if its a boeing or a john deere. Lol

[@descultzu]

OMG you routed the speed sensor wire through the back of the strut and it originally was routed through the front. And of course i'm kiddin, I know it's not big deal, the wheel won't fall off for that. Keep posting dude! I'm from Romania and I'm a big fan.

[@johnlenoir1023]

That last chance tool seems like it worked really well have to check it out thank you

[@gregeconomeier1476]

Nice to see the proper side effects. Great video,

[@grannyflatgarage7599]

Sounds like you're getting into some Garage54 territory with that wheel bearing without the bolts idea. You're right, personally I always reach for my 3/4 ugga dugga when dealing with 10mm bolts!

[@ppeters480]

Nice method being the boss on that speed sensor with the Dewalt !!

[@dennisgundlach87]

Well, Thanks for having us back SMA, By the way I bought that last chance tool, because you have one, because I have to do it exactly like you

[@mike_dodane]

Goats baby. Thanks automotive Bob Villa!

[@robertpelletier8267]

Extremely clear video. Great job as always!

[@boinger1988]

10/10 as always keep it up Eric

[@TreyCook21]

Holy Datsun, Batman! I have a 2014 Nissan Altima! Can't wait for my wheel bearing to go bad.

[@The_Redkween]

Finally saw Eric make a mistake. Only took about 2 years. Routed the speed sensor wire incorrectly. Does it matter? No. :)

[@SimonHollandfilms]

ugga dugga wins again....cheers south main team

[@chrishartley1210]

There's quite a drip coming from the inner CV joint, hope you didn't tear the boot.

[@marklucero1497]

I kept watching it drip, hoping he'd see the pool of fluid and mention something about it. Seems to be coming from above, maybe a coolant leak of somekind

[@chrishartley1210]

I initially thought it didn't look thick enough for gear oil, then I remembered that it probably has automatic transmission and the fluid is much thinner. I first noticed it as Eric produced the brake cleaner, just a slow drip, and that as he manipulated the drive shaft the drip got a lot worse.

[@nathanpethybridge1587]

I saw that as well, it’s not an occasional drip, it was very regular.

[@rangerchris2696]

Scrolled down looking for this exact coment!

[@JOHNSUE28]

Would have been a good time for a little upsell. Cheap to do now for sure.

[@dwightwalton6387]

The inner Cv boot was blown on this Nissan should be repaired. I do enjoy your videos thanks

[@trumpetman2006]

I love the sheep sound effect