How to carry out replacement: Wheel Bearing 1.6 (BK12) Mazda 3 Saloon
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
MAZDA 3 Saloon (BK) 2.0 (BKEP), MAZDA 3 Saloon (BK) 1.6 DI Turbo (BK12Y), MAZDA 3 Saloon (BK) 2.3, MAZDA 3 Saloon (BK) 2.0 MZR-CD (BK12), MAZDA 3 Saloon (BK) 2.0, MAZDA 3 Saloon (BK) 2.3 SP23 (BK3P) … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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Tools
Replacement: wheel bearing – Mazda 3 BK. Tools you might need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Sealant
Electronic spray
Torque wrench
HEX bit no.H7.
Torx bit T50
Drive socket # 6
Drive socket # 14
Wheel impact socket #19
Ratchet wrench
Crow bar
Flat Screwdriver
Rubber mallet
Wheel chock
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Replacement: wheel bearing – Mazda 3 BK. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
  • Do not re-use the bearing assembly of your Mazda 3 BK car.
  • The wheel hub bearing replacement procedure is identical for both wheels on the same axle.
  • Please note: all work on the car – Mazda 3 BK – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  2. Step 2
    How to replace MAZDA 3 Saloon (BK) 1.6 (BK12) 2000 Wheel Bearing - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19.
  3. Step 3
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    Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.
  4. Step 4
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. Mazda 3 BK
  5. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  6. Step 6
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    Detach the brake caliper retaining spring. Use a flat screwdriver.
  7. Step 7
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    Remove the dust boot caps of the brake caliper guide pins. Use a flat screwdriver.
  8. Step 8
    Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
    Step 9
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use HEX No.H7. Use a ratchet wrench.
  9. Step 10
    Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
    Step 11
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    Remove the brake caliper.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Tie the caliper to the suspension or to the body with a wire without disconnecting from the brake hose to prevent depressurization of the brake system.Make sure that the brake caliper is not hanging on the brake hose.Don't press the brake pedal after the brake caliper has been removed. As a result, the piston can fall out from the brake cylinder, and brake fluid leakage and depressurization of the system may occur. Check the brake caliper bracket, brake caliper guide pins and boots. Clean them. Replace, if necessary.
  10. Step 12
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    Remove the brake pads.
  11. Step 13
    Clean the brake caliper bracket fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
    Step 14
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    Unscrew the caliper bracket fastening. Use a drive socket #14. Use a ratchet wrench.
  12. Step 15
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    Remove the fastening bolts (2 pieces).
  13. Step 16
    Remove the caliper bracket.
    Step 17
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    Remove the brake disc.
  14. Step 18
    Clean the fasteners of the wheel hub bearing. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
    Step 19.1
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    Unscrew the hub bearing mounting.
    Step 19.2
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    Use Torx T50. Use a ratchet wrench.
  15. Step 20
    Remove the fastening bolts.
    Step 21
    Remove the hub bearing together with the brake disc protection plate. Use a rubber mallet.
    Step 22
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    Detach the ABS sensor connector. Use a flat screwdriver.
  16. Step 23
    Remove the brake disc cover.
    Step 24
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    Unscrew the ABS sensor fastener. Use a drive socket #6. Use a ratchet wrench.
  17. Step 25
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    Disconnect the ABS sensor.
  18. Step 26
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    Connect the ABS sensor.
  19. Step 27
    How to remove MAZDA 3 2.0 2003 Wheel Bearing - online easy-to-follow instructions
    Screw in the ABS sensor fastener. Use a drive socket #6. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 5 nm torque.
  20. Step 28
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    Clean the fasteners of the wheel hub bearing. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  21. Step 29
    Clean the hub bearing mounting seat. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
    Step 30
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    Treat the fasteners of the wheel hub bearing. Use a sealant.
  22. Step 31
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    Install the brake disc cover.
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