Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
SKODA Octavia II Combi (1Z5) 1.6 LPG, SKODA Octavia II Combi (1Z5) 1.4, SKODA Octavia II Combi (1Z5) 1.8 TSI, SKODA Octavia II Combi (1Z5) 2.0 TDI, SKODA Octavia II Combi (1Z5) 1.6, SKODA Octavia II Combi (1Z5) 1.6 FSI, SKODA Octavia II Combi (1Z5) 1.9 TDI, SKODA Octavia II Combi (1Z5) 2.0 TDI 16V, SKODA Octavia II Combi (1Z5) 2.0 FSI, SKODA Octavia II Combi (1Z5) 2.0 TFSI, SKODA Octavia II Combi (1Z5) 2.0 TDI, SKODA Octavia II Combi (1Z5) 1.4, SKODA Octavia II Combi (1Z5) 2.0 TDI RS, SKODA Octavia II Combi (1Z5) 2.0 TDI 16V, SKODA Octavia II Combi (1Z5) 1.6 MultiFuel, SKODA Octavia II Combi (1Z5) 1.6 TDI, SKODA Octavia II Combi (1Z5) 1.4 TSI, SKODA Octavia II Combi (1Z5) 1.2 TSI, SKODA Octavia II Combi (1Z5) 1.8 TSI View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change rear wheel bearing / rear hub bearing on OCTAVIA (1Z5) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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All the parts you need to replace – Wheel Bearing for Octavia II Combi (1Z5) and other SKODA models
Tools
Replacement: wheel bearing – Skoda Octavia 1Z5. Tools you might need:
Wire brush
All-purpose cleaning spray
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Combination spanner #13
Combination spanner #15
Drive socket # 13
XZN socket bit # 14
XZN socket bit # 16
Torx bit T30
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Tap wrench
Hammer
Rubber mallet
Impact screwdriver
Crow bar
Wheel chock
Replacement: wheel bearing – Skoda Octavia 1Z5. AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • Do not re-use the bearing assembly of your Skoda Octavia 1Z5 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 – Skoda Octavia 1Z5. Use the following procedure:
  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 #17.
  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:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  5. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  6. Step 6
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    Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  7. Step 7
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use a combination spanner #13. Use a combination spanner #15.
  8. Step 8
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    Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  9. Step 9
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    Remove the brake caliper. Use a crowbar.
    Replacement: wheel bearing – Skoda Octavia 1Z5. Professionals 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 10
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    Remove the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  11. Step 11
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    Clean the brake caliper bracket fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  12. Step 12
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    Unscrew the caliper bracket fastening. Use XZN #14. Use a tap wrench. Use a ratchet wrench.
  13. Step 13
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    Remove the caliper bracket.
  14. Step 14
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    Clean the brake disc fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  15. Step 15
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    Unscrew the brake disc fastening. Use Torx T30. Use an impact screwdriver.
  16. Step 16
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    Remove the brake disc.
  17. Step 17
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    Remove the hub bearing protection cap. Use a crowbar. Use a hammer.
    Replacement: wheel bearing – Skoda Octavia 1Z5. Tip from AUTODOC:
    Some cars are not equipped with wheel hub caps.
  18. Step 18
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    Unscrew the wheel hub axle nut. Use XZN #16. Use a tap wrench.
  19. Step 19
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    Remove the fastening bolt.
  20. Step 20
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    Remove the hub and the bearing together, since they are a sealed unit.
  21. Step 21
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    Clean the hub bearing mounting seat. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
  22. Step 22
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    Install the new wheel hub with a bearing.
  23. Step 23
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    Install the fastening bolt.
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