2003 Toyota Highlander rear wheel bearing.

[@wilcharl]

You have some of the best QUALITY content on KZbin - Surprised you have not gone viral

[@ToolDemos]

I really appreciate you saying that, thanks.

[@paulroggemann1017]

Enjoying these. I drive an "03" myself.

[@ToolDemos]

Thanks Paul, it’s a good car.

[@speedwrench1909]

Great Job. Your videos are Just Next Level.

[@ToolDemos]

I appreciate that Cass, thanks.

[@emmanuelcarrion5168]

Tha k you so much for your video. I have a 02 Highlander and I'm hearing a rear bearing go out so now I know what's adhead of me to do

[@ToolDemos]

Glad it helped, hope the job goes well for you.

[@CPthetooladdict]

I have not gotten a highlander in a while that didn't fight me like a bear good old rustbelt things!! Lol I was expecting the box truck finale today...next week?

[@ToolDemos]

Yeah, the truck series starts on the 25th. Been releasing every-other Monday to build up a bit of future content.

[@elliotschneider5643]

Its much easier to just get the bearing with the hub assembly all together. It just bolts right up with 4 bolt, no special tools required, just a socket

[@ToolDemos]

Yes it is

[@bongboniza]

The problem is there is no available assembly for 4wd.

[@elliotschneider5643]

@@bongboniza yeah I realized there only available for 2004 and up. 2003 and older you have to press it in like this guy did

[@mimxyooj-kz8cb]

Are they two seals inner and outer ones? Right?

[@ToolDemos]

Yes. Keep track of them, they aren’t the same.

[@donaldcrockett2757]

Thanks for posting a great DIY.. Questions.. How is the brake dust cover attached?

[@ToolDemos]

There are 4 nuts on the inside of the knuckle. They are right around where the axle is, near the center.

[@angelsiguencia6253]

Great job sir but I didn’t see you place back the hub nut it’s not necessary or you forgot that part let me know have a blessing day

[@ToolDemos]

Definately do put it back on 10:33

[@Adamman1518]

Great video by the way. I am currently doing rear bearings on my 03 highlander. Figured to replace the rear bearings because I needed to removed the old rusted and rotted backing plate assembly and replace them with new ones. How do you like the OTC hub Tamer. The specs on tool do not mention that it can work on rear bearing and hub Assemblys. My problem is the price on the tool. But the head ache of removing the whole knuckle to press in bearings might convince me to buy this tool. Do you have the new OTC Grappler kit or the Tamer.

[@ToolDemos]

I have the old Tamer. I like it, but with all of the cheaper competitors, I probably wouldn’t buy it again.

[@emmanuelcarrion5168]

What's the wheel bearing press kit you used ?

[@ToolDemos]

It’s the OTC Hub Tamer: amzn.to/3u2FkMe There are cheaper kits on Amazon too.

[@soxfrk915]

Great video, about to tackle this job over the weekend. Where did you get your torque spec for the axle nut? I've seen both 159 ft lbs and 217 ft lbs online, can't figure out which one is right!

[@ToolDemos]

I believe it’s 159 rear, 217 front. Here’s the service manual: charm.li/Toyota%20Truck/2003/Highlander%204WD%20V6-3.0L%20%281MZ-FE%29/Repair%20and%20Diagnosis/Transmission%20and%20Drivetrain/Drive%20Axles%2C%20Bearings%20and%20Joints/Axle%20Shaft%20Assembly/Service%20and%20Repair/Rear/Overhaul/

[@soxfrk915]

Incredibly helpful, thank you!@@ToolDemos

[@asintonic]

Thank you for sharing. question, what's the ballpark time/money for work like this to be done by a mechanic? thanks.

[@ToolDemos]

$350-$400 I’d say. Varies by region of course.

[@joeandgod1]

Is it mandatory to buy new inner and outer seals for this job?

[@ToolDemos]

They get pretty beat up when you pull the bearing. I don't like to tell people what they 'have' to do, but yeah. You'll want new seals.

[@GameJit]

Are the inner and outer seals the same? Some list seperate for inner and outer and some companies only list one part number for "rear wheel seal awd"

[@ToolDemos]

I bought two different seals. They matched the old ones that came out.

[@GameJit]

@@ToolDemos so the inner and outer are different part numbers correct?

[@ToolDemos]

@@GameJit correct

[@ralphtom3431]

Somebody hit my 03 on the left rear side push the whole wheel forward had a mechanic swap out the whole left rear suspension ( used parts) but still making this woosh woosh woosh sound when I drive even when it's in neutral and gliding it's driving me nuts

[@ToolDemos]

That sucks. Might not be the bearing though. The wheel could be bent, or tire internally damaged.

[@ralphtom3431]

@@ToolDemos hey thanks for responding with the wheel off turning the rotor by hand you can hear the whooshing

[@sonidoexperiencia]

Horrible design on this vehicle. Great vehicle but sometimes a total pain in the ass to work on. I have a 2004 Highlander

[@ToolDemos]

Yup, that’s especially true if you need to swap the transmission.