2005 S40i replace rear hub/bearing assembly

[buddyjim]

I replaced the rear hub/bearing assembly on both sides of the rear of my 2005 S40 2.4i today. This is something most people with basic knowledge can do. Took about 45 min per side.

Make sure you soak all bolts with PB Blaster or WD. You will need a 14-18 inch extension and a Torx sz 50 and basic tools, socket set, wrenches, etc.

Raise car with jack, use jack stands. I have a Sears jack...very inexpensive.

Remove wheel

Remove brake caliper, 2 bolts, The area is tight around the top bolt so take your time.

Remove brake disc, tap the face with a big hammer to get it off

Undo the ABS sensor on the back of the hub, it clicks off. Very tight to get to and use a light.

Use the long ratchet extension and Torx sz 50 to remove bolts from back of hub, it's very tight but you can get it, also use a light cause its dark behind the hub. These bolts were stubborn so make sure they soak in PB or WD and I wire brushed the threads on the wheel side of the bolt.

Tap the hub lightly (or as needed) to loosen the hub and it will come off. I used a big hammer.

Get out your new hub assembly, I used Timken, $150.00, from my local auto parts store.

Use a liberal amount of anti seize on the hub where it presses up against the axle mountings area.

Thread Torx bolts into the new hub from the back, it's very tight in there and dark but go slow and you can do it then tighten them up.

New hub came with ABS sensor so hook it back up, clicks on.

Reassemble in reverse order.

I suggest you have a helper to hold things, hand bolts, etc.

I know a guy who's been a Volvo mechanic for 50 years and he told me when they secure the cars on the boat from Europe they strap them down so tight it causes a flat spot on the bearing. Not sure if this is true but I thought it was an interesting theory.

Appreciate all the help MVS has provided. Hope this helps.