F11 Front wheel bearing replacement

[Se7enheaven]

It seems like I have a O/S front wheel bearing on its way out. Has anyone replaced this DIY and if so is there anything worth knowing to make the job easier please. Any tips or advise much appreciated. Cheers

[BFleming]

Wheel off, brake caliper off, brake caliper bracket off, disc off, then there are 4 bolts holding the bearing assembly onto the carrier. Access to one of the bolts might be tricky, I haven't had to do one. I've seen people say that a suspension arm is in the way. Have a look, and just make sure you have the right tools to tackle the job. If not, entrust it to a local mechanic.

[Se7enheaven]

BFleming said:

Wheel off, brake caliper off, brake caliper bracket off, disc off, then there are 4 bolts holding the bearing assembly onto the carrier. Access to one of the bolts might be tricky, I haven't had to do one. I've seen people say that a suspension arm is in the way. Have a look, and just make sure you have the right tools to tackle the job. If not, entrust it to a local mechanic.

Ok cheers. I’ll give it a good look and assess it from there

[Bertrum]

I’ve done one. You need to drop one of the lower suspension arms to get to one of the bolts. Just undo the ball joint and lower it out of the way.

Worth checking the bushes while in there as it’s a good time to change the arm it at the same time.

Bolts holding the bearing on a torx FYI.

[Se7enheaven]

Bertrum said:

I’ve done one. You need to drop one of the lower suspension arms to get to one of the bolts. Just undo the ball joint and lower it out of the way.

Worth checking the bushes while in there as it’s a good time to change the arm it at the same time.

Bolts holding the bearing on a torx FYI.

Thanks very much Bertrum. That’s very helpful