Wheel Hub Component Disassembly Note

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Remove the wheel hub component using the SSTs.
Substitution SST
- 49 G033 105
  Outer diameter: 36-41 mm {1.5-1.6 in}
If the bearing inner race remains on the front wheel hub component, perform the following procedure.

Fig 1: Removing Wheel Hub Component Using SST
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Grind a section of the bearing inner race until approx. 0.5 mm {0.02 in} remains.
Remove the bearing inner race using a chisel.

Fig 2: Grinding Section Of Bearing Inner Race
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.