How to Replace Front Wheel Hub 05-14 Subaru Outback

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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 05, 06, 07, 08, 09, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14 Subaru Outback
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• Flat Blade Screwdriver 1aau.to/oXE/1AXAA00013
• 10mm Wrench 1aau.to/oj3/1AXAA00010
• 14mm Wrench 1aau.to/oj3/1AXAA00010
• 17mm Wrench 1aau.to/oj3/1AXAA00010
• 19mm Wrench 1aau.to/oj3/1AXAA00010
• 10mm Socket 1aau.to/oIe/1AXAA00017
• 14mm Socket 1aau.to/oNo/1AXAA00015
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• 32mm Socket 1aau.to/oJ/1AAST00003
• Ratchet 1aau.to/oYH/1AXAA00016
• Socket Extensions 1aau.to/oNo/1AXAA00015
• Torque Wrench 1aau.to/opI/1AXAA00044
• Rust Penetrant
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@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын

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@aidanmcmurrer6701 2 жыл бұрын

I found that whacking the bearing with a hammer to get it off was putting a lot of pressure on my struts, which are already on their way out. Also it was loud and annoying and took forever! Plus being on the ground I ended up hitting the side of my car too, it was a bit of a disaster. I figured though that another way to get it off was to attach the wheel back onto the bearing as if I was going to drive off...not torqued down but snug lug nuts. I then proceeded to kick the tire around the edges of the rubber and within a few good thumps it came off! I then took off the lug nuts and proceeded with the job. Some good ol physics for ya! I assume you could do the same with an old rotor as well, but the tire worked like a charm. I did it for the other bearings too and it was awesome.

@20irishman 5 жыл бұрын

I've been working on cars for years, and I never had to open up the bleeder to replace a wheel bearing or replace pads or rotors

@cisforconnor6508 4 жыл бұрын

That's how they add an extra hour to the repair bill.

@camfam52002 4 жыл бұрын

Same, qualified tech for decades, never done unnecessary additional work such as this. Complete waste of time and customers money and potential to complicate the job.

@infotechsailor 4 жыл бұрын

It's because he pushed in the pads before. I usually use a c clamp afterwards against a pad but hes probably smart for bleeding it a bit. If he wasn't doing it on video he probably could do it way faster

@teamsix7185 4 жыл бұрын

He did it because he was going to have to anyway. He replaced the rotors. I would have replaced the calipers as well on this vehicle. I've never had to remove the axle out of the way. I just have been able to turn the steering to one side or the other to reach the 4 bolts on the hub assembly. And usually done in 20 minutes.

@DillanBoutin 4 жыл бұрын

I just make sure the brake fluid isn't full so it doesn't overflow when I push the caliper piston back in. It is a good idea to periodically flush your brake fluid or use your bleeders so they're less likely to seize from rust. Wish they put copper antiseize on the threads of the bleeder screws for the cars in the rust belt.

@NovoGold 3 жыл бұрын

Much simpler to just remove the whole brake calliper assembly in one piece.

@flightlessboid 8 ай бұрын

I watched a number of videos on bearing replacement before I found this channel. What a welcomed difference. Thanks so much for the clean, concise explanation and walk through - couldn't ask for better.

@mikemason6154 11 ай бұрын

wow. never seen anyone make removing a caliper that difficult.

@Clearanceman2 Күн бұрын

Finally someone does this in the rust belt. This is the way my cars are.

@robvanhalen9696 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this video. Your detailed description made the job much easier. I did a bearing before by trying to wing it and spent a lot of hours on it, frustrating. I do have some comments though: Like many others, I don't have a lift. I only jacked up one side of the car. That way you can skip the crowbar trick since your wheel is not going to spin with the other front tire on the ground. Marking the alignment pin with chalk didn't work for me. After some fumbling with the pin, the markings disappeared on me. Permanent marker seems like a better idea. I also never bleed the brakes after a job like that. And: once everything is back together, also make sure to pump the brakes AFTER starting the engine while still in park to make sure your caliper pistons grab onto your brake pads. I did it with the engine off and the pedal sunk to the ground as soon as I started up. Scary moment when you back out of your garage without brakes...

@thomasskot9011 Жыл бұрын

LOVE this page! This is my go to page for any automotive work I have going on, that I may have questions about. Thanks for all the help and guidance you've given us over time! It's sites like this that help to ensure the trades continue to keep technicians competent and doing quality work!

@ES-te3io 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video! Thanks for helping me realize that this job is beyond my skill level and I probably should just take it in to a professional.

@friskyanderson 2 жыл бұрын

Go back, do it right. Dont get down about it. Wisest words of 2022 so far. Thanks Len!!

@lucasfritch1705 3 жыл бұрын

This guy is AWESOME! I hope he is this happy all the time!

@markmacnab438 3 жыл бұрын

Very helpful to confirm the sequence. Excellent video and presentation. Thanks for putting this together. It looks like a nice dry climate car you had there. I'm Hoping my Ontario salt bathed hub assembly cooperates as well as this one did.

@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын

+Mark MacNab Thank you! We love empowering our customers and showing how to perform DIY auto repairs with our high-quality auto parts. 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

@completenirvana 4 жыл бұрын

I'm doing this right now. It's a blast lol

@dennisprevost8796 3 жыл бұрын

Great instructional video!! I'm so glad these are one-piece bearings instead of those ridiculous press-ins. I last did the bearings on a Kia Sorrento which was about the equivalent of dropping the vehicle on my head.

@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын

+Dennis Prevost Thanks for checking us out! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

@vihreelinja4743 2 жыл бұрын

actually you can buy both..the hub with a bearing have same bearing as a bearing kit sold without the hub lol

@smkinrade 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video, love how easy these cars are to work on.

@1AAuto 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for checking us out! +smkinrade

@jamess3417 Жыл бұрын

@@1AAuto do the 4 bolts holding the hub on have to be replaced or can they be reused?

@joestallbaum1593 3 жыл бұрын

Very good video, your explanation and steps were very thorough, thanks.

@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын

+Joe Stallbaum Thanks for checking us out! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

@SimonTekConley 4 жыл бұрын

Great personality. I like his videos

@bulldog6369 2 жыл бұрын

you explain thing in a clear and understandable manner thanks

@jesusmoya1575 5 жыл бұрын

Great guy from 1aauto he explained everything very good liked him should definitely have him do all the future videos... does he have his own channel lol

@1AAuto 5 жыл бұрын

+Jesus Moya Thank you for your positive feedback! We are happy we could help.

@AllenReinecke 4 жыл бұрын

A while back I did the rear wheel bearings and bought/used a Hub Buster tool to help break the rusted joint. Required lots of beating!! Front looks like basically the same process. So I have the tools. Dreading having to repeat the job though 😵

@carreracatugal3201 Жыл бұрын

Len is my favorite! Saved a ton of headache with his videos. I say "bonk" all the time now... XD

@rsbharley4766 4 жыл бұрын

Great video, thanks for sharing.

@alexanderyockey4109 3 жыл бұрын

I just did this repair on my wife's 2008 Impreza. I didn't have to remove the knuckle to strut bolts. I was able to push the axle out of the hub by hand making room for a socket to get to the hub to knuckle bolts. Haynes repair manual says to use a puller to push the axle out if it's stuck. No mention of disconnecting the knuckle from the strut. Also, from personal experience, whenever you remove the knuckle from the strut have the car aligned.

@deagles2 5 жыл бұрын

It's scary that this is exactly what I needed, since one broke yesterday. Then I check KZfaq and bam it's here.

@1AAuto 5 жыл бұрын

+Deagles Thanks for watching. If any of our viewers needs to make this repair, we carry the auto repair part shown in this video on our website. Here is a link to them: www.1aauto.com/*/i/1ASHS00414?KZfaq&WWTG2fOKA

@CubFan313 3 жыл бұрын

Well done! Thanks! Exactly what I needed.

@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын

+Angel Negron Thanks for checking us out! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

@josephoconnor6985 8 ай бұрын

Thank you! You have a gift for teaching others.

@jeffflowers729 2 жыл бұрын

I had a wobble in the front left. Thought it was the cv axel so I replaced it. Helped a little but not completely. Found the hub to also be loose just as you showed so I replaced that too. It was fine for about 15 miles then the wobble came back. The new hub has the same free play as the worn one and spins a bit easier than out of the box. What would cause immediate premature wear like that? The axel nut was torqued to spec.

@ezntertainment3601 Жыл бұрын

I have movement in my front passenger wheel, so plan on doing this as soon as possible. Thank you for the great detailed video, and including the torque specs. One question I have, when doing the one, do I also have to replace the other side too? Since I’m doing the passenger I’m wondering if it’s necessary to do the driver even though I don’t notice any play in that one.

@erickamekonapeper4007 Ай бұрын

Thanks for being so thorough with this video I have to change mine on my 05 Forester. I just need to know if it’s the same as this Outback before starting I’d appreciate it if someone can help me find out for sure. 😏 Thanks Guys! God Protect you! 🙏🏼❤️🖖🏼🇺🇸

@georgebonney90 5 жыл бұрын

Great instructional video👍

@1AAuto 5 жыл бұрын

+george bonney90 Thank you for your positive feedback! We are happy we could help.

@kenclark3953 3 жыл бұрын

When you do this work, make sure you buy four new bolts. 1A's hub, and pretty much everyone else's, doesn't include the bolts. If you're in the rust belt, you should assume they're trash, and if you're not in the rust belt, it's still a good idea. The bolts are subaru 901000238 (or 901000285). When you're removing those bolts (he glossed over that a bit) if you're in the rust belt, you should also assume you're going to need a torch to break those bolts free. Use at least propane. I just did this, and his video is excellent, except for the bolts. I worked the first one loose, then sheared the second (one of the bottom ones. I got out the torch for the other two, and I *really* needed it for the second bottom one. That one that sheared made the hub not want to come out either. Oy.

@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын

+Ken Clark Thanks for the tip!

@charlesgrimm7382 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! Very thorough. One question though...is it necessary to torque the wheel bearing nut with the tire on and on the ground? Or on a lift acceptable?

@aussiecoop.5399 2 жыл бұрын

Great video guys, really well explained. G,Day from Australia.

@kawitalkshowtimesilk9204 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video bro good job 👏🏾

@rubendigiacomo7053 Жыл бұрын

I can’t get my shaft to pop out with a mallet and punch , it’s really tight , I tried a 3 claw puller but didn’t work, any suggestions?

@fusiontvproductions Жыл бұрын

Great instructional video!

@LeavEyeDDrum 4 жыл бұрын

A1 Auto has great videos. I hope the parts are as good or better than oem.

@1AAuto 4 жыл бұрын

+LeavEyeDDrum Thanks for checking us out! 1AAuto.com

@DagonAum17 4 жыл бұрын

i came here to see how a bearing is changed. i already know how to lubricate my brake parts, and im not sure why that part is in there. very informative video and i hope it will be helpful even tho my car is 2001.

@benbox7329 4 жыл бұрын

It's way easier to take the bottom ball joint out if needed. Then no alignment

@g25r8cer 2 жыл бұрын

Will the harbor freight kit work?

@patonbike 2 жыл бұрын

Famous last words "easy to take out a ball joint" on a rusted Subaru. The strut bolts are big bomber 19mm bolts with full access for a full sized impact.

@davids777s9 4 жыл бұрын

At 10:12 what is the make/model/weight of that Big Red Beautiful hammer?? Thank you.

@sylvainrossi731 2 жыл бұрын

I did it this weekend, for sure if you don't replace the rotors there are many operations here you don't need to do ! Remove the complete caliper assembly by removing the two screws, you can unscrew the 4 bolts of the hub without removing anything else, and then reverse. No need to whack like mad like this either...

@francoisgilbert3266 2 ай бұрын

wow what a precise vid, you did think of every thing tks alot

@tractormantp2113 2 жыл бұрын

Good video thank you!

@jermos6224 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the video

@1AAuto 5 жыл бұрын

+Jermos Thanks for checking us out. 1aauto.com

@mrfester42 2 жыл бұрын

Great video EXCEPT, when you're comparing the old and the new parts at 23:43, they're NOT the same. The splined hole that accepts the CV axle in the new part has a slightly smaller inside diameter than the old part!

@johnrizzi7404 4 жыл бұрын

great video man

@1AAuto 4 жыл бұрын

+John Rizzi Thanks for checking us out!

@user-dl3hn3yd8u 5 жыл бұрын

دائما أنتم رائعون

@1AAuto 5 жыл бұрын

+أبومنصور المنتصر Thank you for your feedback!

@gregd1440 2 жыл бұрын

This guy should do all your videos.

@peterj3420 3 жыл бұрын

Tip: if you grab the axle and just push it in, you can get to all 4 Hub bolts using a simple extension. Easier if you have a 2nd person to help with this part.

@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын

+Frisky Cookie Thanks for the feedback!

@treysmith1122 Жыл бұрын

Pop off the assembly from the strut and push the axle out of the hub and lay it to the side. Now remove the four bolts with your favorite impact. Temporarily reattach assembly to strut to knock off hub. Remove assembly from strut and install new hub. Insert axle, reattach assembly to strut and your done!

@juancarlos-xb2sw 2 жыл бұрын

Good job man !!!!

@geeder9086 Жыл бұрын

That's a really dope red paint job on those calipers -- almost like a Porsche -- LOL

@rao27_cs 4 жыл бұрын

Great video. But why don't you just pull the abs sensor to be sure?

@1AAuto 4 жыл бұрын

+rao27_ Thanks for the feedback!

@micahinmaine 2 жыл бұрын

Just got my new hub and it says to replace the Axle nut is that necessary? I cannot find it locally anywhere.

@DeanCole 4 жыл бұрын

I have a question on the final removal of the bearing. I have seen a lot of similar videos where they take a small sledge and beat on the bearing to get it loose. It has worked in each video. However I hit mine about 5 times and the bearing came apart. So now I have one part of the bearing laying on the ground with the back part of the hub still stuck to the wheel. My question is why do I suck at working on cars and how do I get the other part of the bearing out of the knuckle??

@joegooch311 3 жыл бұрын

I'm guessing you fixed this about 9 months ago bit the answer is heat or cold and force.

@treysmith1122 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your help, the axle can easily be removed entirely by turning the steering wheel. That extra 30 seconds spent makes all the difference...

@hi_fly_air 4 жыл бұрын

Super! Step by step...

@1AAuto 4 жыл бұрын

+Hi Fly Air Thanks for checking us out!

@chriszablocki2460 Жыл бұрын

2:57. I change the break pads without having to mess with bleeding. The exact same pressure seems like it stays locked in even when I take calipers off. If I can get away with it, should I just do it? And, is there a means to getting to those 4 bolts without having to mess with the knuckle bolts that change the alignment?

@TheRoguelement 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Brutha ..Call me stupid. But can I ask you why you spent all that time messing around with brake bleeder ? That caliper comes right off you wire it up .. then get on with the Hub assembly ? I'm really not understanding this brake job your involved with ..But then what do I know I'm only building cars since the 70s...

@benjaminsondelski3784 2 жыл бұрын

That pun earned a like in the first two seconds. Didn't even have to watch the rest of the video.

@inrealitywetrust2610 2 жыл бұрын

Thank You

@michaelbailey5736 3 жыл бұрын

Trying to do front bearings in my 2011 outback. Can't get the 4 bolts out of the old hub. Any suggestions

@DillanBoutin 3 жыл бұрын

Remove axle completely to gain better access to bolts or take the entire knuckle off the car.

@kvburke3 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Just saved $500

@1AAuto 4 жыл бұрын

+Kyle Burke Thank you! We love empowering our customers and showing how to perform DIY auto repairs with our high-quality auto parts. 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

@jasongardiner6371 3 жыл бұрын

Just pull the ABS sensor out. Zero risk of damaging it then

@imperzasakura2903 2 жыл бұрын

Sir, I just changed my wheel hub bearing for my subaru impreza 1.5R , at the low speed of 50-60 it was moving smoothly, but at the higher speeds of 70- above, I feel it harder to accelerate ? What the reason?

@1AAuto 2 жыл бұрын

+Robincpke Lionsing We wouldn't be able to diagnose an issue like that here, you may want to have a local mechanic take a look at it. Thanks for checking us out! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

@dylan.schantz 2 ай бұрын

What should I do if my knuckle won’t realign with my strut?

@peterfong8777 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks 🙏

@matthewlamb7928 Ай бұрын

Rubber mallet is good for punching out the axle

@fatorangehat 5 жыл бұрын

I’m at the axle nut and it’s bent to lock it in place and I can’t seem to bend out the little tab to unlock it. Suggestions? I’m working on a 2013 Outback 2.5L

@fatorangehat 5 жыл бұрын

I put a screw driver in to pry it out and the screwdriver tip broke...

@1AAuto 5 жыл бұрын

+Jonathan Gantt

@cobalt1959 4 жыл бұрын

My 2010 Outback came out of NY and everything is rusted in place. The brake dust shields were have rusted away. Nothing on that car is coming out anywhere close to that easy. I can't beat the front axle out with a 10 pound sledge hammer and the bearings sure as hell aren't coming out even with a 10lb slide hammer bolted to the studs

@williamclark9263 2 ай бұрын

Thanks, man.

@geeder9086 11 ай бұрын

I see this guy has the "Porsche" "big red" brake calipers -- must have added 20mph to the top end -- LOL

@gatordave6629 2 жыл бұрын

How do I readjust those camber bolts if I forgot to mark them

@patonbike 2 жыл бұрын

Alignment shop

@victormanuelesperanzaromer3112 5 жыл бұрын

I would use an old video to attach another extra to save the process very well, brother ok, ... do not forget to indicate to the clients that I am careful with the mechanic workshops and many chat

@1AAuto 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for checking us out. 1aauto.com +Victor Manuel Esperanza romero

@tonycavez 2 жыл бұрын

done this 1000 times always mark before loosening eccentric alignment bolts

@jonedwards6055 3 жыл бұрын

you dont need never seize on any subaru every. it will rust it self onto the car and not come off anyhow. And that rubbing you heard after torqueing down the cv axle is probably the abs sensor rubbing the cv axle. you'll be replacing the abs sensor very soon.

@rockstar34960 5 жыл бұрын

Hi. I'm new to the whole working on my own car. I'm only 22 have a Subaru impreza. My dad used to always work on my car and he passed in March, would this video work on my 08 Subaru impreza?

@1AAuto 5 жыл бұрын

+Dylan Jackson The part shown in the video does fit your application. It should be the same or a similar procedure. Here is a link to them on our website. Hope this helps you out. www.1aauto.com/search?q=1ASHS00414

@stuartsheehan7793 3 жыл бұрын

If anyone is stuck on the 4 bolts. It is a breeze if you just order new bolts and take a cutoff wheel and cut the ends of the bolts off >flush to the bearing assembly. You are replacing that anyway and takes 7 minutes and then bolts come out with no force

@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын

+Stuart Sheehan Thanks for the tip!

@markrosier6889 3 жыл бұрын

That job might be a little over my pay-grade. Gill illustration and explaination. Will watch a more before I decide if it's doable for me.

@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын

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@MrShankwheat 3 жыл бұрын

Ok, friends. I like Len's videos.

@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын

+MrShankwheat Thank you! We love empowering our customers and showing how to perform DIY auto repairs with our high-quality auto parts. 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

@asdfasdf12341234ish 3 жыл бұрын

Love his help.... but I lose my mind every time he says, "Veericle."

@Loya1ty 3 жыл бұрын

I put anti-seize on everything you put thread locker on lolol

@brucemadden1626 2 жыл бұрын

Not sure why you don't use a puller instead of beating the crap out of the front axle; seems like a good way to ruin internal bearings.

@netofigue4life182 3 жыл бұрын

🤦‍♂️forgot to loosen the rear bumper and crack the windshield so it doesn’t interfere with the wheel bearing removal procedure..🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤣

@Jessejamesrg4l 4 жыл бұрын

Why not remove the whole spindle

@Tictacpanter 4 жыл бұрын

17:38 should really just mark the nuts before telling folks to take it off. Easy edit to move that part of the video to this point.

@duckpinengineer Жыл бұрын

Should have broke the axle nut and torqued it on with the tire on. The center cap can pop out. You risk flattening the threads doing it your way.

@duckpinengineer Жыл бұрын

And took out the abs sensor

@stevedumouchel1830 2 жыл бұрын

very informative. Don't take this the wrong way but no more Len please.

@NovoGold 3 жыл бұрын

Ratchet spanner would be easier to fit behind than an actual ratchet.!

@ShazadMohamed09 4 жыл бұрын

was this video sponsored by tread locker?

@supramaniac502 4 жыл бұрын

What's a VEERICLE? LOL!!

@vicktdock 8 ай бұрын

Just remove the caliper, no reason to bleed it down, just rock it back and forth a little while removing it.

@patonbike 2 жыл бұрын

Good idea to remove the strut bolts. 17 year old Subaru here in Vermont. There is no way I was going to get those 14s off with hand tools. I was able to fit a 1/2" 14mm in there with the knuckle off.

@jamessharp726 2 ай бұрын

Vericle

@ShazadMohamed09 4 жыл бұрын

the amish guy from the movie sex drive when he fixes the judge for free lmaooo

@luontokutsuu 3 ай бұрын

Nice job and very informative. But you don't turn any bolt left/right. Maybe clockwise/counterclockwise, or open/close, but definitely not left or right. I also hate the American way to put "okay" in every sentence. Sounds stupid.

@1AAuto 3 ай бұрын

+@luontokutsuu Thanks for the feedback!

@DustySteel 2 жыл бұрын

1. Pull center cap and loosen axle nut. 2. Loosen lug nuts. 3. Jack up your car and take lug nuts/wheel off. 4. More wrenches for leverage if your not a caveman lol. 5. No need to bleed brake or press in pistons all the way, just take bolts off that hold caliper bracket and brake, then pry it off of the rotor. 6. Hub grappler + slide hammer + wheel bearing removal tool = easy win for anyone not using a press.

@Crazy8ts Ай бұрын

good lord just rent an bearing hub puller from a parts store, would pull that off in 3 minutes... Duh

@calenewberry Жыл бұрын

1AAuto usually has great videos, this isn't one of em. He needs more practice working, and a lot less talking. Just torque your alignment bolt, no need to align. What a waste of time. Someone help him with the difference between a hub and a bearing.