How to Replace Rear Wheel Bearing & Hub 2002-2005 Ford Explorer

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This video shows you how to install a wheel hub and bearing on your 2002-2005 Ford Explorer. Not only can a worn wheel bearing or hub be annoying if it is noisy or vibrating, but it can also lead to accelerated wear in other parts, or unsafe driving conditions. Replacing your worn bearing or hub with a quality TRQ part is a safe, smart, decision.
This process should be similar on the following vehicles:
2002 Ford Explorer
2003 Ford Explorer
2004 Ford Explorer
2005 Ford Explorer
Tools you will need:
• Flat Blade Screwdriver 1aau.to/oaTy/1AXAA00013
• Pry Bar 1aau.to/oE4/1AXAA00020
• 18mm Wrench
• 10mm Socket 1aau.to/oaDw/1AXAA00017
• 18mm Socket 1aau.to/oVP/1AXAA00043
• 19mm Socket 1aau.to/oVP/1AXAA00043
• 21mm Socket 1aau.to/oVP/1AXAA00043
• 36mm Socket 1aau.to/obc/1AAST00006
• Pickle Fork
• Metal Cutters
• Needle nose pliers 1aau.to/ovF/1AXAA00051
• Needle nose pliers 1aau.to/ovF/1AXAA00052
• Snap Ring Pliers
• 1/2 Inch Air Impact Gun 1aau.to/omr/1AXAA00252
• Ratchet 1aau.to/oa6p/1AXAA00016
• Torque Wrench 1aau.to/oad8/1AXAA00044
• Brake Grease
• Copper Anti-Seize
• Liquid Thread Locker
• Rust Penetrant
• Center Punch 1aau.to/oji/1AXAA00055
• Hammer 1aau.to/oHT/1AXAA00091
• Magnet - Extendable
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[@serg1184]

You installed a new hub and bearing in the old knuckle but when you went back to the truck to reinstall you had a complete new knuckle, bearing and hub. Did something go wrong with the original? If so do you have any tips on what could go wrong and what not to do? Thanks in advance, great video 👍

[@unclefreddieDied]

thank you!!!! you've saved me plenty of times!!!
now i'm gonna give this video "a quick inspection and then set it aside" 😁

[@BWater-yq3jx]

Just had this done on my '03.
Mechanic used a 30 ton press and couldn't get the bearing out,
until they cut the hub with an oxy torch!
And my car is not rusty.
So it pays to get the full kit with a new hub included. 😉
Glad I didn't attempt this job myself!

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+B. Water Thanks for watching. Buy the part in this video on 1AAuto.com: 1aau.to/m/Shop-TRQ

[@marcsmith3881]

Great video!
Fortunately, you can buy the complete rear knuckle assemblies for under $200 for the pair.

[@danielgallagher5172]

Thank you for this video. I have a 2004 eddie B edition & BOTH my rear bearings are shot. I hope all my bolts come out this easily. Very helpful.

[@robbieanderson649]

I just learned something. I would put the brake pads together on the backing plate with those tabs before assembly of the knuckle. That magnet spring clip deal is 😡😡😡😡😡🥵🥵🥵

[@stevenzembriski6761]

Put the new shoes on while the hub is off much easier

[@jessefontenot2397]

Worked perfect thanks man I really appreciate it great job

[@lillybinky9144]

My 05 needs this. Is the abs wire separate that the hub and bearings?

[@MT_3]

0:39 vs 7:06 hmmmmmm lol. If something went wrong tell us so we dont do the same.

[@mjm7187]

Great video , thanks!

[@mikegamer6104]

You should be using never-seize on every nut,bolt and ball joint connection, especially if you live up north in the salt. if someone has to work on that car after you, it will be a nightmare!!

[@scottmadd1]

If the original parts went back on, is a 4 wheel alignment necessary?

[@robertrxjr8534]

Excelente video

[@idewydewi1]

why didn't he mention the torque for the hub nut?

[@jlopezwvmy16sti13]

DID all that work to just replace it with a new KNUCKLE lol

[@leonanderson3619]

Snap ring is beveled on one side. Which side shows?

[@erico1120]

12 hours later 😢…

[@2vcrew782]

Heads up to people before they get in over their head. I’ve been a mechanic for over twenty years and i personally own a 2003 Limited Explorer. You never ever want to just try and replace the rear wheel bearing/hub by itself. Detroit Axle and another company make the complete assembly for a few dollars more. You get new knuckle, bearing and hub, emergency brake shoes all installed and ready to go. You don’t have to mess around with a press or old rusty parts. Just keep in mind your outer axle nut may be rusted away. But save yourself the nightmare and replace with entire new unit. This company shouldn’t lead people to try this way just to sell a $60 part.

[@territodd5966]

You put the adjuster in the wrong way around

[@tiosilvia2370]

Was amazing 🙏🎉👏👌 classic

[@billfisher8647]

It’s a 35mm

[@BWater-yq3jx]

19:14 - 19:18
🤔 ??!

[@carlose1236]

Does the adjuster need to be in there ?

[@BWater-yq3jx]

Do you need to adjust your emergency brake?
(Yes)

[@tiosilvia2370]

👍

[@nicholasnelson3791]

My god the fronts are so easy compared to this

[@LittleZeke78]

Lmmfao 😂❤ shouldn’t look like that !!!