Replacement of Front Wheel Hub Bearing

Model: Ford Focus MK 2, Focus 2 - Years 2004-2011
Part: Bearing

Replacing the front wheel hub bearing is quite straightforward, but it is advisable to have a press to extract the old one and insert the new one; this part is not handled as a loose bearing but already complete with a wheel flange. The replacement involves removing the hub support by disconnecting the driveshaft, the steering rack tie rod, and the suspension arm ball joint. To facilitate the extraction of the bearing, you can either heat the support with a blowtorch or use the method shown in the video of freezing the hub itself; at this point, extract the old bearing and insert the new one with the aid of the press.

Updated on 17 February 2026 by ScegliAuto

This video is currently unavailable

Other guides you may be interested in

- Maintenance and repair on other vehicles

Handle - Maintenance and repair on other vehicles

Wheel - Maintenance and repair on other vehicles

- Maintenance and repair on other vehicles

How to Bleed the Clutch on a Renault Clio?

To bleed the clutch on a Renault Clio, open the bonnet to access the components located in the engine bay: here, you will need to undo the screws that secure the battery in its housing, the intake manifold, and the coolant reservoir. This will allow you to locate the pipe through which the brake fluid flows: by inserting the other end of the pipe into a container, you can press the clutch pedal to expel all the fluid until it fills the container.

Watch the video!

by ScegliAuto

Replacement of Front Wheel Hub Bearing

Related tutorials

Other guides you may be interested in

How to Bleed the Clutch on a Renault Clio?

More videos