How to Replace Front Wheel Bearing and Hub 2003-08 Mazda 6

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1A Auto shows you how to repair, install, fix, change or replace a worn out, vibrating or groaning wheel bearing hub. This video is applicable to the 03, 04, 05, 06, 07, 08 Mazda 6

This process should be similar on the following vehicles:
2003 Mazda 6
2004 Mazda 6
2005 Mazda 6
2006 Mazda 6
2007 Mazda 6
2008 Mazda 6

🔧 List of tools used:
• Ball Joint Press
• Pickle Fork
• Side Cutters
• 3/8 Inch Breaker Bar
• Anti-Seize Grease
• Bungee Cord
• Cotter Pin
• Rust Penetrant
• Large C-Clamp

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[Sturmjager-KSK]

Just finished watching the whole video and this mechanic really knows her stuff and is REALLY effective at communicating well. She needs to have her own channel. Thank you.

[briansadler]

I just wanna give the woman credit where credit is due. I thought this video was frickin amazing. Not only because she was a woman doing what she did with the skill level she did it, and I don't mean that to sound sexist if it does. I mean that very respectful. But because I don't know anybody who could have explained the job any better. Never works on one of these till now. Done several others. Had trouble getting the lower ball joints unseated. Thought I was doing something wrong. Watched this video to double check myself. Doing it right. Just wasn't hitting it hard enough. Lol. Didn't have to look for the torque spects or anything afterwards. Great job. I look forward to seeing more videos from her in the future. I am now a subscriber. Thanks for the help.

[rsarkees]

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The only thing that makes me nervous is the fact that she routinely pushes the ratchet or whatever she’s turning 𝙖𝙬𝙖𝙮 from her. The very first thing I learned in Machinist’s Mate A School in the Navy was, “𝙉𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙧 push a wrench!”

[masonmeers]

These A1 Auto videos are wonderful! I love her explanations (so clear!) and the videos do a great job of showing what's going on even when it's hard for me to see myself. But the best part is really this... When I watch the A1 Auto videos, I can make a good decision as to whether or not I want to attempt the repair myself. This is a great resource! Thank you A1 Auto and your great mechanic.

[sypernova]

just did this. instructions were clear and the info re: pressing the bearing and hub were priceless. thanks

[rafaelmeneses]

I just did this job on a Mazda 5. While she did a great job on explaining this she appears to have put the bearing in backwards. The darker ring on the bearing needs to face the sensor on the inside. This will cause a speed sensor fault and a ABS light. Her ability to explain the processes is excellent.

[jimmyfordyung]

I like that A1 vedio..also I like to watch lady mechanic..she is very very safety and carefully to her job..very good job.

Again, you have nailed it! Another one of your top quality productions. Thanks so much.

[KenzJeanFrancois]

Just putting this out there. If you don't have an impact please loose the axle nut before you even jack it.

[mustyali]

She knows her apples really well, outstanding description and highly knowledgeable.

[devonrathie]

Excellent video, best how to videos out there. However I'd caution against using a brass punch on or near an anti friction bearing. Just what I've been taught as an apprentice

[chrisspurling]

Thank you!!! Very thorough video! My 06 Mazda 6 lower arms were designed totally different. Mine only has one lower control arm. Everything else was the same though. 10/10 how to video! ❤️

[learndaanswers]

Thanks for the clean and informative video, your the best.

[txryder]

Huh...I've never loosened the bleeder unless I'm doing line work or replacing a caliper, cylinder etc.. I've done a good 100+ brake jobs and was not aware you could damage the module. First video I've watched where that was done or discussed. Thanks...

[judefederspiel]

When you get to 19:35, could you press the hub and half inner bearing race back into the knuckle? I have to pull my hub to replace a stud, and I'd like to just press the hub/half inner bearing race back in.
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[shaner]

Thankyou so much for this very detailed step-by-step tutorial. The thing I had to laugh at though, was the subtitles... Glad I'm not deaf

[ALRTO]

Excellent demonstration thanks that helps a lot, actually I bought the parts for my Mazda 6 05 at 1A AUTO, great video 😉👍

[elit]

Thanks for making it look easy. Thanks for the Safety tips with humor but very important. Nice video. God bless.

[peteredwards]

Great job, not forgetting to mention the clear instructions also given