Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
CITROËN C3 I Hatchback (FC_, FN_) 1.4 HDi, CITROËN C3 I Hatchback (FC_, FN_) 1.4 i, CITROËN C3 I Hatchback (FC_, FN_) 1.6 16V HDi, CITROËN C3 I Hatchback (FC_, FN_) 1.6 16V HDi, CITROËN C3 I Hatchback (FC_, FN_) 1.4 16V, CITROËN C3 I Hatchback (FC_, FN_) 1.4 16V HDi, CITROËN C3 I Hatchback (FC_, FN_) 1.6 16V, CITROËN C3 I Hatchback (FC_, FN_) 1.4 i Bivalent, CITROËN C3 I Hatchback (FC_, FN_) 1.4 HDi, CITROËN C3 I Hatchback (FC_, FN_) 1.1 i View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

This video shows the replacement procedure of a similar car part on another vehicle

All the parts you need to replace – Wheel Bearing for C3 I Hatchback (FC_, FN_) and other CITROËN models
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Tools
Replacement: wheel bearing – CITROËN C3 I (FC_). Tools you need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
All-purpose cleaning spray
Copper grease
Torx bit T30
Drive socket # 19
Drive socket # 32
Wheel impact socket #19
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Tap wrench
Hammer
Round-nose pliers
Flat chisel
Rubber mallet
Impact screwdriver
3-Arm Gear Puller
Crow bar
Wheel chock
Replacement: wheel bearing – CITROËN C3 I (FC_). Professionals recommend:
  • Do not re-use the bearing assembly of your CITROËN C3 I (FC_)car.
  • The wheel hub bearing replacement procedure is identical for both wheels on the same axle.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: wheel bearing – CITROËN C3 I (FC_). Recommended sequence of steps:
  1. Step 1
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  2. Step 2
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19.
  3. Step 3
    Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 4
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    Replacement: wheel bearing – CITROËN C3 I (FC_). AUTODOC recommends:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  4. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 6
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    Remove the retaining springs of the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  6. Step 7
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    Remove the brake pad retaining pin. Use round-nose pliers.
  7. Step 8
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    Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  8. Step 9
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    Remove the retainer of the brake pads. Use a crowbar. Use a rubber mallet.
  9. Step 10
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    Remove the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  10. Step 11
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    Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  11. Step 12
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use a drive socket #19. Use a ratchet wrench.
  12. Step 13
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    Remove the brake caliper.
    Replacement: wheel bearing – CITROËN C3 I (FC_). Tip from AUTODOC:
    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.
  13. Step 14
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    Clean the brake disc fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  14. Step 15
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    Unscrew the brake disc fastening. Use Torx T30. Use an impact screwdriver.
  15. Step 16
    Remove the brake disc.
    Step 17
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    Remove the hub bearing protection cap. Use a crowbar. Use a hammer.
    Replacement: wheel bearing – CITROËN C3 I (FC_). AUTODOC experts recommend:
    Some cars are not equipped with wheel hub caps.
  16. Step 18
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    Unstake the wheel hub retaining nut. Use a flat metal-working chisel. Use a hammer.
  17. Step 19
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    Unscrew the wheel hub axle nut. Use a drive socket #32. Use a tap wrench.
  18. Step 20
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    Remove the hub and the bearing together, since they are a sealed unit. Use 3-Arm Gear Puller.
  19. Step 21
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    Clean the hub bearing mounting seat. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
  20. Step 22
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    Install the new wheel hub with a bearing.
  21. Step 23
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    Tighten the hub. Use a drive socket #32. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 230 Nm torque.
    Replacement: wheel bearing – CITROËN C3 I (FC_). Tip:
    The wheel bearing unit must not tilt on the axle pin.
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