Replacing front wheel bearings on BMW E46 320i (M52TUB20)
Posted: Tue Oct 01, 2024 11:41 am
Replacing front wheel bearings on BMW E46 320i (M52TUB20)
Tools needed:
Tools needed:
- Jack and jack stands
- 32mm socket (for axle nut)
- 17mm socket (for caliper bracket bolts)
- 22mm socket (for hub bolts)
- Torque wrench
- Bearing puller
- Bearing press or large socket for installation
- Raise the vehicle and remove the wheel
- Remove brake caliper and rotor
- Remove the axle nut (32mm)
- Remove the 4 hub bolts (22mm)
- Use a bearing puller to remove the old bearing
- Clean the hub and knuckle thoroughly
- Press in the new bearing using a bearing press or large socket
- Reassemble in reverse order
- Axle nut: 290 Nm
- Hub bolts: 110 Nm
- Caliper bracket bolts: 110 Nm
- Wheel bolts: 120 Nm