SX4 Front Wheel Bearing Replacement

[@ignatius2230]

And never, no matter how tempting it is, DONT try to clean a magnetic ring with another magnet to clean rust or metal debris because you are going to erase the magnetism printed strips of it. I know this because its on my shameful list of things I did wrong, when you go for a drive test after finishing the replace of a brand new bearing & hub kit the ABS/ESP fault light comes ON at the same time you remember that "Directed by Robert B. Weide" song

[@TheGibby3340]

Very good point. Mistakes (although at times extremely frustrating/costly) are part of the learning process. I have made countless mistakes over the decades and will continue to do so…We are human. Thx for watching 👍

[@zb7060]

How long did you leave the bearing and hub in the freezer to shrink it?

[@TheGibby3340]

Nothing too scientific about it. Think I threw it in the previous night. Thx for watching 🍻

[@onezero704]

What happens if the abs wheel speed sensor breaks?

[@TheGibby3340]

Loss of antilock braking, loss of traction control, loss of electronic stability program (vehicle stability augmentation) and loss of AWD mode of operation. If the vehicle is equipped with aforementioned. Thx for watching 🍻

[@onezero704]

@@TheGibby3340 thanks mate.

[@shadowopsairman1583]

What year and specific sx 4?

[@TheGibby3340]

2007-2009’ 2L gasoline, hatch.

[@didiercollot428]

Merci pour le tuto👍

[@TheGibby3340]

De rien et merci d'avoir regardé 🍻

[@avenfisher9795]

What year SX4 is this?

[@TheGibby3340]

2007-2009’ Thx for watching 🍻

[@iansworkshop]

Brilliant job and video Ian , one of those jobs you dread to start , but very satisfying when finished , cheers 👍

[@TheGibby3340]

Cheers Ian 👍

[@albertnel7468]

Thank you for the info on the magnetic side of bearing!

[@TheGibby3340]

Thx for watching. Cheers 👍

[@Automotive_Solutions]

Top job. I must admit I prefer your commentry to the silent movie version 😅.

[@TheGibby3340]

Cheers Iain. Think I had my little press near its limits 🤣

[@stephanhughes8164]

Fantastic content, thank you!!

[@TheGibby3340]

Thank you Sir and Thx for watching 🍻

[@JohnnysSpeedShop]

Nice work mate...job well done and I'm sure no more rumble 🤣🤣

[@TheGibby3340]

Cheers Johnny 👍

[@winrampen1174]

Many thanks for your extremely helpful video. Although I'm from Oakville, Ontario - I'm writing from Scotland - where I've just succeeded in changing my front wheel bearing. Your help travels far and wide! Two points which may be useful: 1. I was having trouble with the track rod end nut (actually the rusty cotterpin) and ended up undoing the track rod - which is less likely to be seized - though you need to ensure that you don't alter the nut position. and 2. I used a bit of 12mm studding with mudguard washers to hold the hub upside down in my drill press. Going at low speed (100 RPM-ish) I played a torch on the bearing inner, which got to about blue heat and then dropped off. Very easy if you have a torch.

[@TheGibby3340]

Just saw yer comment. I was watching the old firm match 😁. Thx for the kind words. Some good tips. What took you to Scotland if you don’t mind me asking?

[@winrampen1174]

@@TheGibby3340 I came here 45 years ago to work on renewable energy at the University of Edinburgh - which I thought might last two years........ Two companies, one wife, three children, multiple grandchildren later and I'm still here. Much more mountainous than Ontario, and very few shopping malls - what's not to like!

[@TheGibby3340]

@@winrampen1174 Nice. I’ve been in Canada for 48 years now. So far more Canadian than Scottish, truth be told. I’m glad Scotland didn’t disappoint. 🍻

[@theGADGETSplaylist]

I like that small press and that slide hammer. well done Ian!

[@TheGibby3340]

They have came in handy over the years . They sit doing nothing for very long stretches, but when you need them…Cheers Denis 👍

[@bleebleblahble8833]

Need to do this on the fiesta at some point alongside front axle seals. Thanks for making it seem manageable.

[@TheGibby3340]

Thx for watching 👍

[@GoldenSim27]

Thank you sir

[@TheGibby3340]

Thx for watching. Cheers 👍

[@joanieolson7427]

Could you let me know where I can get the circlips for the front bearings?

[@TheGibby3340]

They were purchased from Suzuki. If you live in Canada or the States, google Suzuki authorized dealer and you can still obtain SGP locally.

[@joanieolson7427]

@@TheGibby3340 Thanks very much. I'll have my parts next week. (I live in Ottawa)

[@mechanicmatt871]

Good job mate , great video 👍

[@TheGibby3340]

Cheers Matt 👍

[@Dreadmyshadow]

That sure looks like a southern car to me

[@TheGibby3340]

It is a “southern” car. Southern Ontario Canada 😃

[@Dreadmyshadow]

Lol lucky here in CNY that thing would be a rusted mess

[@CarsExposed]

Nicely done mate good for another 200k 😉👍

[@TheGibby3340]

Thx Igor 👍