Noisy rear wheel bearing on my 2002 Subaru Impreza WRX. In-depth video explaining the replacement process using a harbor freight press and an air hammer.
There’s many videos on Subaru rear wheel bearing replacements out there. But yours is honestly the best one I see explaining everything on doing this properly and avoiding damage to these parts. Very well done! 👍🏻
The most detailed wheel bearing installation video I have seen so far! I'm surprised that has not gotten more likes. He goes very much in depth in regards to the seals which are detrimental to successful installation
I just finished this job today installing my very first rear wheel bearing on my ‘01 Forester. It took a long time because it was also a learning process for me. If I may say something/give some advice to those attempting this job: (do not use woods, metals or anything to hold/brace the spindle plate). Do not put any stress on it. The plate is strong, but it’s not designed to withstand the force of a press when pushing out/pressing in a bearing. Bearing pressing kit tools should seat/put the pressure on the spindle, hub and bearing itself only. I almost ended up bending my spindle plate and with a bent ABS sensor hole, good thing I noticed it right away. This was a great video. Good luck!
That knuckle looks relatively clean considering. I'm quite sure it wouldn't look as clean when repeatedly exposed to Autumn and Winter seasons. This is the most complete video on wheel bearing replacement. Awesome
Thank you for this! I’m working on my 99 Impreza and just pressed the hub and couldn’t remember which way the inner seal went back in because of the diagram!! Thank you!!
Ein wirklich top Video und sehr ausführlich erklärt. Alle anderen Videos hier im Netz sind nicht zu gebrauchen. Hab dank Deiner ausführlichen Anleitung nur ganze 30 Minuten zum Wechsel des Radlagers am Subaru gebraucht. Ich sag Danke :)
This video has surprisingly good camera angles and lighting, showing the process in better detail than all the videos I've seen done by professional mechanics. Those guys usually do the procedure on the car with a slide hammer or hub tamer to save time and avoid a wheel alignment. It's easy to see why these old style pressed-in bearings usually grenade as they are removed, since you can't reach the snap ring until the hub is off. Your video nicely shows how the snap ring retains the outer race, and corrosion of the hub holds the inner race, so the two bearings inside are torn apart as the hub come off. I have one suggestion for close focus. Make sure you're zoomed to your widest angle when trying to see something small and close. It's very tempting to zoom the lens to magnify, but as you zoom the minimal focus distance for any lens will always increase. Better to stay wide and move the camera as close as you can. Excellent video!
thanks a bunch for showing how to set up the awkward spindle in the press on install of new bearing. also.. try a bearing separator for the stuck old bearing on the hub.
I was going to replace my left rear wheel bearing today but the axlel was stuck in the hub. Any ideas on how to get the axle out? It's not a salt-belt car
I think you made the best video out there on Subaru rear bearing replacement, for that particular vintage. Your description of the process and parts involved is magnificent. Regarding the bearing itself is that a seal on it, or is it factory grease, at 16:54... did you perhaps pack it yourself? There is some controversy regarding the need to pack Subaru OEM bearings. You seem knowledgeable, what is your take on it. I suffered multiple rear bearing failures and would appreciate any info that could prevent such.
I have a 2006 outback Impreza. I’m in the middle of pressing my bearing out. For some reason, the outer race is the only thing left in the knuckle. Does anyone know the spacer size to remove the outer race?
Great video! Im trying to find a video on how to take off the entire knuckle assembly, You know of one by chance? Or some step by step on how you got yours off? (i own a 04 wrx)
Oh mate, literally just unbolt the wheel, disconnect wheel speed sensor from wheel well and strut, 2 caliper mounting bolts and caliper, and then the 2 bolts at the bottom of your strut/coil. The top bolt aligns your camber so it's wise to mark its original position. Then just remove the castle nut from your lower ball joint and pop it out!
I pressed a LF bearing in my 04 wrx and I'm pretty sure I forgot the c clip and pressed the bearing in too far. Now the inside rotor face is grinding against the caliper.
@@owengibson2980 cheers. I ended up getting the brake back plates replaced as they were heavily corroded and the bearings and the noise has gone. Could have been either as the back plates had some rubbing on them!
Luckily mine weren't frozen, but I've heard stories and they usually end with needing to buy a new sensor because it is destroyed trying to remove it. I would try some pb blaster and try to gently pry between the knuckle and the sensor bolt hole. Also hit it with an air hammer to try to loosen rust.
@@peak_ascendr9960 I ended up having to cut the ABS wire. I didn't want to, but there was no other way. I hope I can splice the wires back together some way waterproofed from water and snow.
There’s many videos on Subaru rear wheel bearing replacements out there. But yours is honestly the best one I see explaining everything on doing this properly and avoiding damage to these parts. Very well done! 👍🏻
The most detailed wheel bearing installation video I have seen so far! I'm surprised that has not gotten more likes. He goes very much in depth in regards to the seals which are detrimental to successful installation
I guess I'm kind of randomly asking but do anybody know a good site to watch new series online?
@Jon Caiden Flixportal :P
@Marvin Rocco thank you, signed up and it seems to work :D Appreciate it !!
@Jon Caiden Happy to help =)
you have the most complete and thorough demonstration and explanation of replacing these bearings I have seen so far.
I never post but you saved me alot of time and research, thank you for the knowledge.
I just finished this job today installing my very first rear wheel bearing on my ‘01 Forester. It took a long time because it was also a learning process for me. If I may say something/give some advice to those attempting this job: (do not use woods, metals or anything to hold/brace the spindle plate). Do not put any stress on it. The plate is strong, but it’s not designed to withstand the force of a press when pushing out/pressing in a bearing. Bearing pressing kit tools should seat/put the pressure on the spindle, hub and bearing itself only. I almost ended up bending my spindle plate and with a bent ABS sensor hole, good thing I noticed it right away. This was a great video. Good luck!
I'm thinking of removing the knuckle will I need an alignment after removing the strut? It's for the rear
That knuckle looks relatively clean considering. I'm quite sure it wouldn't look as clean when repeatedly
exposed to Autumn and Winter seasons. This is the most complete video on wheel bearing replacement. Awesome
Thanks for sharing. I like the idea of how you use the old bearing race to push in the new!
Thank you for this! I’m working on my 99 Impreza and just pressed the hub and couldn’t remember which way the inner seal went back in because of the diagram!! Thank you!!
Ein wirklich top Video und sehr ausführlich erklärt.
Alle anderen Videos hier im Netz sind nicht zu gebrauchen.
Hab dank Deiner ausführlichen Anleitung nur ganze 30 Minuten zum Wechsel des Radlagers am Subaru gebraucht.
Ich sag Danke :)
This is the exact video I needed! Thank you thank you!
This video has surprisingly good camera angles and lighting, showing the process in better detail than all the videos I've seen done by professional mechanics. Those guys usually do the procedure on the car with a slide hammer or hub tamer to save time and avoid a wheel alignment. It's easy to see why these old style pressed-in bearings usually grenade as they are removed, since you can't reach the snap ring until the hub is off. Your video nicely shows how the snap ring retains the outer race, and corrosion of the hub holds the inner race, so the two bearings inside are torn apart as the hub come off. I have one suggestion for close focus. Make sure you're zoomed to your widest angle when trying to see something small and close. It's very tempting to zoom the lens to magnify, but as you zoom the minimal focus distance for any lens will always increase. Better to stay wide and move the camera as close as you can. Excellent video!
This is my second time watching this video and the level of detail is really amazing. Good job 10/10!!
Thanks bro will help me at work tomorrow morning haha 👌🏻
Very good video. I’m just about to tackle this job and your tips and tricks are very helpful, thanks.
Best bearing guide.. Thank you.!
very happy with this. thank you dude!!!!!!
I thought it would be simple,i ordered all parts,,,ugh,,it's going to a shop,awesome video,thanx
Very very well explained video. Thanks
thanks a bunch for showing how to set up the awkward spindle in the press on install of new bearing. also.. try a bearing separator for the stuck old bearing on the hub.
I was going to replace my left rear wheel bearing today but the axlel was stuck in the hub.
Any ideas on how to get the axle out?
It's not a salt-belt car
I think you made the best video out there on Subaru rear bearing replacement, for that particular vintage. Your description of the process and parts involved is magnificent. Regarding the bearing itself is that a seal on it, or is it factory grease, at 16:54... did you perhaps pack it yourself? There is some controversy regarding the need to pack Subaru OEM bearings. You seem knowledgeable, what is your take on it. I suffered multiple rear bearing failures and would appreciate any info that could prevent such.
That's the grease packed from the manufacturer @16:54. I did not re-pack the replacement bearings, I haven't felt I needed to.
very informative
Is it common for the axle to rust heavily? Mine destroyed the new seal from how badly it was rusted. I have to get a new axle and seals
How did you get the diagram? Does it come with the new wheel bearing or do you search online? Does anyone know?
is it not the other way around? hub being the housing and the spindle being the bearing area?
I have a 2006 outback Impreza. I’m in the middle of pressing my bearing out. For some reason, the outer race is the only thing left in the knuckle. Does anyone know the spacer size to remove the outer race?
When I tighten the axle nut, its hard to turn around the hub? Anyone has some tips?
Pretty straight foward and to the point. Good job bro🙏
Great video! Im trying to find a video on how to take off the entire knuckle assembly, You know of one by chance? Or some step by step on how you got yours off? (i own a 04 wrx)
Oh mate, literally just unbolt the wheel, disconnect wheel speed sensor from wheel well and strut, 2 caliper mounting bolts and caliper, and then the 2 bolts at the bottom of your strut/coil. The top bolt aligns your camber so it's wise to mark its original position. Then just remove the castle nut from your lower ball joint and pop it out!
Check out other people's videos. This one is good for explaining how thing goes together and comes apart. Job can be done without complete removal.
I pressed a LF bearing in my 04 wrx and I'm pretty sure I forgot the c clip and pressed the bearing in too far. Now the inside rotor face is grinding against the caliper.
Thanks bro
When did/does that plastic piece come out?
hi, would a worn bearing give me a grinding noise whilst driving that gets worse when i go round corners? I sometimes get a clicking sound too
yes
@@owengibson2980 cheers. I ended up getting the brake back plates replaced as they were heavily corroded and the bearings and the noise has gone. Could have been either as the back plates had some rubbing on them!
How did you get your ABS sensor off? I took off the bolt and mine wont budge.
Luckily mine weren't frozen, but I've heard stories and they usually end with needing to buy a new sensor because it is destroyed trying to remove it. I would try some pb blaster and try to gently pry between the knuckle and the sensor bolt hole. Also hit it with an air hammer to try to loosen rust.
@@peak_ascendr9960 I ended up having to cut the ABS wire. I didn't want to, but there was no other way. I hope I can splice the wires back together some way waterproofed from water and snow.
@@garypitzer8729 Solder and heatshrink, squeeze some silicon sealant into the heatshrink before heating
Ommghh hoowww do I remove itt
Isn't it easier to buy whole assembly without the fuss
Because they are uber expensive. Cheaper to pay a mechanic swap out the bearings (like he did) than buy an entire spindle plate/hub assembly.
Where is the rust?
Man i have been spoiled with my volvo. Fuck this noise.
Hopefully my life is in order to.allow me a good time getting the Jesus Bolt out