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This replacement procedure can be used for:
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The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change rear wheel bearing / rear hub bearing on HONDA INSIGHT 2 (ZE) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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All the parts you need to replace – Wheel Bearing for INSIGHT (ZE_) and other HONDA models
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Tools
Replacement: wheel bearing – Honda Insight ZE2_ZE3. Tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
All-purpose cleaning spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Combination spanner #12
Combination spanner #17
Drive socket # 12
Drive socket # 14
Drive socket # 17
Drive socket # 32
Wheel impact socket #19
Brake caliper wind back tool
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Impact screwdriver
Phillips screwdriver
Flat chisel
Tap wrench
Hammer
Rubber mallet
Crow bar
Wheel chock
Replacement: wheel bearing – Honda Insight ZE2_ZE3. AUTODOC recommends:
  • Do not re-use the bearing assembly of your Honda Insight ZE2_ZE3 car.
  • The wheel hub bearing replacement procedure is identical for both wheels on the same axle.
  • Please note: all work on the car – Honda Insight ZE2_ZE3 – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
    Open the bonnet. Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
    Step 2
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  2. Step 3
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19.
  3. Step 4
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    Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.
  4. Step 5
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    Replacement: wheel bearing – Honda Insight ZE2_ZE3. Tip:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  5. Step 6
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    Remove the wheel.
  6. Step 7
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    Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  7. Step 8
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    Detach the parking brake cable from the bracket on the brake caliper. Use a drive socket #17. Use a ratchet wrench. Use a crowbar.
  8. Step 9
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use a combination spanner #12. Use a combination spanner #17.
  9. Step 10
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    Remove the brake caliper.
    Replacement: wheel bearing – Honda Insight ZE2_ZE3. AUTODOC experts recommend:
    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 11
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    Remove the brake pads.
  11. Step 12
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    Clean the brake caliper bracket fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  12. Step 13
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    Unscrew the caliper bracket fastening. Use a drive socket #14. Use a ratchet wrench.
  13. Step 14
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    Remove the caliper bracket.
  14. Step 15
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    Clean the brake disc fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  15. Step 16
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    Unscrew the brake disc fastening. Use a Phillips screwdriver. Use an impact screwdriver.
  16. Step 17
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    Remove the brake disc.
  17. Step 18
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    Remove the hub bearing protection cap. Use a hammer. Use a crowbar.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Some cars are not equipped with wheel hub caps.
  18. Step 19
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    Unstake the wheel hub retaining nut. Use a flat metal-working chisel. Use a hammer.
  19. Step 20
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    Unscrew the wheel hub axle nut. Use a drive socket #32. Use a tap wrench.
  20. Step 21
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    Remove the hub and the bearing together, since they are a sealed unit.
  21. Step 22
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    Clean the hub bearing mounting seat. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
  22. Step 23
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    Install the new wheel hub with a bearing.
  23. Step 24
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    Tighten the hub. Use a drive socket #32. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 181 Nm torque.
    Replacement: wheel bearing – Honda Insight ZE2_ZE3. Tip from AUTODOC:
    The wheel bearing unit must not tilt on the axle pin.
  24. Step 25
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    Restake the wheel hub retaining nut. Use a flat metal-working chisel. Use a hammer.
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