Wheel Bearing - 2WD: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Mazda Tribute. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the brake drum. Refer to REAR BRAKE DRUM .

Fig 1: Removing Wheel Hub Nut
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Remove the wheel hub nut.

Fig 2: Removing Wheel Hub
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Using the special tool, remove the wheel hub.

Fig 3: Pressing Inner Wheel Bearing Race From Wheel Hub
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NOTE:
- This step may not be necessary if the inner wheel bearing race remains in the wheel knuckle, after removing the wheel hub.
Using the special tool, press the inner wheel bearing race from the wheel hub.

Fig 4: Removing Snap Ring
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Remove the snap ring.

Fig 5: Removing Wheel Bearing Outer Race From Wheel Knuckle
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Using the special tools, remove the wheel bearing outer race from the wheel knuckle.