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tommyd · 08-31-2007, 09:58 PM

how difficult are these to replace. how does the hub come off of the bearing. the new bearings i purchased do not have the hub attached, so i need to re use the old hubs.
thanks

Qslim · 08-31-2007, 11:23 PM

I'm guessing you have a 1st gen? (post all that pertinent info initially, makes it easier for folks to help). If it is separate, then you need to pull the wheel, drum or rotor, and the four bolts that hold the hub assembly in place. Once that's off, you'll need a hydraulic press to separate the hub from the bearing and press it into the new one.

tommyd · 08-31-2007, 11:58 PM

it is a 96. how does the abs wheel come off?

Qslim · 09-01-2007, 12:14 AM

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Originally Posted by tommyd

it is a 96. how does the abs wheel come off?

If I'm recalling correctly, I thought that the ABS models had sealed hub & bearing units with the rotor built in. I've been out of it for a little bit, so details get fuzzier every day. If not, the ABS rotors are usually wrecked when they're pulled off, so you'd need a new wheel anyway. Double check with the parts dept, I'd swear that I've never messed with an ABS rotor on the back of an Avalon or Camry.

tommyd · 09-01-2007, 07:06 AM

The local parts store sold me just the bearing, without the hub, and they say that the hub and sensor wheel are removeable. however other sources have told me otherwise.

thanks for the help

***toyomoho*** · 09-01-2007, 11:53 AM

The bearings are usually sold already installed in the hub. Have not seen referances to removing/installing the bearing into the hub, just remove and replacing the hub (even in Toyota manual).

The bearing must be pressed into the hub, if you can press out the old bearing and install the new without damaging anything can't say. You will need a press to try this.

Places like www.rockauto.com may have the hub/bearing combo.

Qslim · 09-01-2007, 04:56 PM

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Originally Posted by tommyd

The local parts store sold me just the bearing, without the hub, and they say that the hub and sensor wheel are removeable. however other sources have told me otherwise.

thanks for the help

Call the dealer, see what kind of info they have.

tommyd · 09-04-2007, 02:37 PM

does anyone know if the hub assembly from an 2003 will fit a 96?