Genuine 1991 Mazda B2200 Wheel Bearing

1991 Mazda B2200 Wheel Bearing Parts and Q&A

• Q: How to remove and install front wheel bearings on 1991 Mazda B2200?

  A: Removing and fitting parts of rear wheel drive vehicles would require lifting up and securely supporting the car and then removing the wheel and tire assembly. Disassemble the brake caliper, make sure that it is held. Then remove the grease cap, cotter pin, retainer, adjusting nut, and washer and dispose of the cotter pin. Removal Outer bearing, remove the rotor used and outer bearing on the spindle, then remove grease seal. Wipe off the inner bearing and hub and check it carefully, wear or damaged parts and replace it. Installation. In case of removal of races, fit new ones, and stuff bearings with high-temperature grease. Wipe the hub with grease and fit the inner bearing and new wheel seal then re-fit the inner hub and rotor to the spindle, fitting bearings as needed. Reassemble the caliper and wheel assembly by making sure to pump the brake pedal prior to driving. In the case of MPV, this is done by lifting the vehicle, removing the wheel assembly, hub dust cap, locknut, brake caliper, disc plate and hub assembly and vice versa ensuring that correct torque requirements are maintained. In four-wheel drive models, one should first disconnect the tie-rod end and lower ball joint and then remove the disc plate and knuckle assembly. In the case of Navajo models, the same can be done with the focus being placed on cleaning and checking bearings and then installing and correcting components. Rear wheel drive vehicle modifications include locknut tightening, africtional measurement and correct wheel rotation. In MPV models, the wheel hub/bearing assembly cannot be adjusted however, it may be inspected to exclude excessive end-play which must not be more than 0.002 in. Where needed, check hub nut torque or change the bearing. It is important to always remember to tighten lug nuts after covering some distance when driving to minimize chances of accidents.