Rear Wheel Bearing Replacement - Malibu 2008 -12

[@dalemihocik4732]

Good video, but you need to include torque values for this job! Hub to knuckle 47 lb ft /63 NmCaliper bracket to knuckle 96 lb ft /130 NmCaliper guide pins to bracket 26 lb ft /35 Nm

[@MudRFunR]

I must be slacking. Normally I include the torque specs. I'm pinning this comment to the top so everyone can easily find them. Thank you so much for these specs. I'll do better next time.

[@adhdlivingyourdreams9515]

@@MudRFunR Hey there, would these specs be the same for a 2004 Mailbu Max?

[@rons8098]

Great video-you covered everything I needed to know!

[@TacomaJD]

Thank you for making this video. Just changed my left rear hub bearing assembly. Good tip on the wobbly extension, no idea how else one would get those 4 nuts off without one. I appreciate this vid!

[@kingcartrell4554]

Got mine done today without that extension tool you showed I would’ve not be able to do it thanks brother.

[@MudRFunR]

Happy to help!

[@jimhepworth]

Just discovered a noisy rear wheel bearing on my 2010 Malibu while swapping my all seasons back in.. I was going to replace my rear sway bar links, so I can see removing the hub makes it much easier. Thanks MudRFunR. Kepp fixin your Malibu.

[@MudRFunR]

Certainly anything new that gets repaired on this car will get posted. Thanks for watching, enjoy!

[@adhdlivingyourdreams9515]

@@MudRFunR I am using this video as a reference for my 2004 Malibu Maxx. just took the wheel off to check my measurements, looks like I am looking at 13 14 and 16 or 5/8 since I didn't have a 16mm. ill keep checking. I saw a guy remove a part he used a second jack and propped up the wheel and undid a larger bolt I guess it gave him more room. I see you didn't need to do that. some times less is more. ill keep checking in with questions if that is okay? I am also going to check out my wheel hubs for grease. this was a fantastic source.

[@XTCElites]

Nice! Thanks man, my wheel bearing is definitely scratching a lot when I drive so I’m going to be replacing it soon. In the meantime I’ve just been using a high temp lube, but that lube only lasts 5 days or so until the noise is back.

[@MudRFunR]

Hope you get it changed soon!

[@skylerholste4842]

This video was very helpful💯

[@MudRFunR]

Good to know, thanks!

[@19stoney64]

Hey pal! Stay warm up there! I'm still dreaming of a wrangler. I look at them online for sale every day. Just need the 2500-3500. I still think I definitely want the straight 6. Now is the kind of time you really like having that new shop. Take care!

[@19stoney64]

MudRFunR Way colder than normal pal! I think coldest in 25 years in this area. There is a big difference between 0 and 15 even.

[@bdak1]

Thanks for posting the videos about the malibu sir, I have one too and use your videos for reference.

[@MudRFunR]

Good to know that I've been able to help you out. Your comment is greatly appreciated!

[@BobWhite777]

I just did this on my 09 Malibu. I had to remove the bolt holding the upper end of the sway bar link to access one of the nuts, swivel ext was not enough. Also had to use a 1/2 drive shallow socket, 3/8 deep did not work for me on all nuts.

[@fuzzwack1]

I noticed on my 2003 buick,I was changing bearings every two years.so,the next time I change a bearing,I took the new one apart to see how much grease was is in it.there was one little dab of grease,so now I take the new bearings apart and pack it with grease and coat the outside with grease so the tin cover lasts longer.I now havent changed a bearing for 3 years..

[@MudRFunR]

Wow, I never thought to check the new bearings. This car has 220 000 kms and it's the first rear bearing that's been changed. The other side is still fine. (for now)

[@pedropete09]

Thank you so much, this finally happened to my Malibu rear passenger wheel, by any chance do you remember the security bolt size so I can pick them up at autozone, thank you!!

[@MudRFunR]

Not sure what bolt you meant. My wheel nuts don't have a security bolt.

[@pedropete09]

@@MudRFunR the ones holding the wheel bearing, I mean I can re use the security bolts but just in case

[@MudRFunR]

@@pedropete09 I just re-used mine

[@a1exmr]

Thanks man!

[@MudRFunR]

Happy to help. Thanks for your comment. Much appreciated!

[@michaelherget3156]

cool looks cold

[@MudRFunR]

Yes it was chilly. You can hear my heater running in the background in some parts. My shop isn't insulated fully yet. Not a good thing in Canada.

[@johnsaltzohuigin6660]

Was there an issue with re-alignment?

[@MudRFunR]

There should not be any alignment issues if the bearing is installed properly.

[@Drumisah]

The bearing/hub assembly nuts get tightened to 47 lb ft.

[@MudRFunR]

Thanks!

[@danieljusticiero]

Where you been yesterday I've removed everything and I lost the whole day :(

[@alfredough]

Sucks how they go out so fast but at least they easy to change no pressure needed just slap on a new assembly thasss it my G 😭

[@MudRFunR]

We had trouble with front bearings going. We owned this since brand new. It had over 200 000 km with the original bearings.