Wheel Hub Component Removal Note

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mazda RX-8. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the wheel hub component using the SSTs.

Fig 1: Removing Wheel Hub Component Using SST
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
If the bearing inner race remains on the wheel hub component, use a chisel to secure a sufficient space for installing the SST wheel hub component and bearing inner race.

Fig 2: Using A Chisel To Secure A Sufficient Space For Installing The Wheel Hub
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Remove the bearing inner race using the SST.

Fig 3: Removing Bearing Inner Race Using SST
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.