How to Replace Front Hub and Bearing Kit 92-01 Toyota Camry
Difficulty: Advanced · About 240 min · Toyota Camry
Replace the front wheel bearing and hub on a 1992–2001 Toyota Camry by removing the spindle and using a hydraulic press with matched bearing adapters; arrange a machine shop press service if you lack that equipment.
Tools you will need
- Torque Wrench
- Hammer
- Pry Bar
- Jack Stands
- Complete Metric Wrench Set
- Hub Puller
- Press
- Vise
- Slide Hammer
- Center Punch
- Chisel
- Ratchet
- Floor Jack
- Needle nose pliers
- 1/2 Inch Breaker Bar
- Complete Metric Socket Set
Parts and supplies
- Front wheel bearing and hub kit
- Axle nut and cotter pins
- Bearing seal
Steps
Raise the vehicle and remove the wheel
Loosen the wheel nuts and axle nut while the car is on the ground. Raise and support the front securely, then remove the wheel.
Remove the axle nut and brakes
Straighten and remove the axle nut cotter pin and retainer. Remove the caliper and bracket, supporting the caliper by its body, then lift off the rotor and secure the ABS wire out of the way.
Separate the spindle
Disconnect the tie rod and lower ball joint using approved separators, and remove the strut fasteners and ABS sensor. Support the axle and remove the spindle without stretching the brake hose or damaging the CV boot.
Remove the hub and bearing
Use a suitable hub puller and press to separate the hub from the spindle. Remove the dust shield and bearing retainer, then press the old bearing out with adapters that support the spindle correctly.
Press in the new bearing
Clean and inspect the spindle bore and snap ring groove. Press the new bearing in squarely while applying force to the correct race, then install the snap ring fully and refit the dust shield.
Press the hub into the bearing
Support the inner bearing race properly and press the hub into place without loading the rolling elements. Check that it turns smoothly and has no roughness or looseness before reassembly.
Reinstall the spindle and brakes
Reconnect the spindle to the strut, axle, ball joint, and tie rod, tightening fasteners to Toyota specifications. Refit the ABS sensor, rotor, caliper bracket, and caliper, keeping grease off the braking surfaces.
Torque the axle and wheel
Install the axle nut and new cotter pin or locking hardware using the manufacturer's procedure. Reinstall the wheel, torque its nuts in a star pattern, pump the brake pedal until firm, and arrange an alignment check.
Check your vehicle’s repair manual for exact specifications and fit.