BMW 335i Rear Wheel Bearing DIY Request

drake15d · 06-11-2018, 09:29 AM

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Originally Posted by nolaman1970

Nolaman704 minutes ago (edited)

I just removed Rear bearings on an E93 M3 today. It was not this easy having the right tools really does help. Luckily you can borrow all of the tools need from Autozone for 90 days. I had the wrong jaw puller at first "5 ton jaw puller" I went back and got the "7 ton reversible puller" that worked for me. There is no way I could knock the shaft out with a hammer or pull out, it was really stuck in there. If the 7 ton does not work Harbor Freight sells a 12 Ton 3 Jaw Hydraulic Gear Puller, this will work. The other thing I had issues with was the cir-clip, it would not budge, take the new clip with you to a Hardware or Auto Parts store to get a tool that can squeeze it. Also make sure you have the ball bearings in the bearing removal/install kit, mine did not I think it will be less stressful on the system. Still pending the install of the new bearings but it looks like cake compared to the removal, I hope... This video really helped me. youtube.com/watch?v=q_kenFE248U&t=211s

How long did it take you to do the bearing removal?

nolaman1970 · 06-11-2018, 09:13 PM

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Originally Posted by drake15d

How long did it take you to do the bearing removal?

I would say 4 hours, removing stabilizer bar, disconnecting axles, removing brakes & calipers, pushing axle out, removing cir-clips, then pressing bearings out. Search my posts for pics of tools and how I made a saw blade to hit the axles back in enough to pull with axle nut. Have extra nut just in case it's needed.

http://www.m3post.com/forums/showpos...postcount=5855

AndyW · 11-04-2018, 04:52 PM

Torn over trying this myself...have most of the legit tools. This thread gives me pause...lol.

Think this should work...
OEMTOOLS 27213 Master Wheel Hub & Bearing Remover & Installer Kit, https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MYZHQLF/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_2G33BbCKMR1BQ

nolaman1970 · 11-04-2018, 06:02 PM

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Originally Posted by AndyW

Torn over trying this myself...have most of the legit tools. This thread gives me pause...lol.

Think this should work...
OEMTOOLS 27213 Master Wheel Hub & Bearing Remover & Installer Kit, https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MYZHQLF/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_2G33BbCKMR1BQ

Installing the axle was the hardest part. I made this to use and hammer it in, even greased up it was difficult. BMW has an hydraulic tool to push out and pull in the axle. Getting it in was the bit*h. Attaching picture have to find it.

You can borrow all of the tools from Autozone.
No need to buy this.

OEMTOOLS 27213 Master Wheel Hub & Bearing Remover & Installer Kit

AndyW · 11-04-2018, 08:53 PM

This guy had zero issue installing the rear axle (around the 23 min point)...I guess it really is a crap shoot what you get...

nolaman1970 · 11-04-2018, 09:00 PM

Yep, You are correct. My M3 threads were clean no rust, cleaned well with wire brush, greased up good, but just to get those first few threads to start I had to use a hammer and my saw blade contraption to hammer it in. Once I got a few threads, it pulled with the nut. I lost the German lottery on that one...

AndyW · 11-04-2018, 09:17 PM

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Originally Posted by nolaman1970

Yep, You are correct. My M3 threads were clean no rust, cleaned well with wire brush, greased up good, but just to get those first few threads to start I had to use a hammer and my saw blade contraption to hammer it in. Once I got a few threads, it pulled with the nut. I lost the German lottery on that one...

I'll use your method if i need too...good to have options! Thx for being a trailblazer.

I think I found the kit he used, BTW...very inexpensive (I love the internet!). Worth "wasting" the money on just to try it, if only for the M12x1.5 long bolts! I already have a bearing separator kit and a 3 jaw puller set so this will be a nice addition.

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/...EWFFVQAG&psc=1

nolaman1970 · 11-04-2018, 09:44 PM

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Originally Posted by AndyW

I'll use your method if i need too...good to have options! Thx for being a trailblazer.

I think I found the kit he used, BTW...very inexpensive (I love the internet!). Worth "wasting" the money on just to try it, if only for the M12x1.5 long bolts! I already have a bearing separator kit and a 3 jaw puller set so this will be a nice addition.

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/...EWFFVQAG&psc=1

Borrowed all mine for 90 days from autozone.

Look up proceedure the for your BMW and tools they use on newtis. We don't have access to these specialized tools...
Let me know if I can help, take your time, it can get frustrating.

https://www.newtis.info/tisv2/a/en/e...-shaft/FcpqNz9

POBEP · 11-12-2022, 01:25 AM

I had to do mine twice (335d)

First bearing from ECS had defective magnetic strip that was tripping speed sensor readings.
I did it at INDY shop with the guide from my mechanic (he got injured a day before and could not work). It took me ~6 hours - I am slow.

Second bearing was installed 2 weeks later - 3 hours total.

We lowered exhaust a bit but did not removed it.
No suspension parts was removed at all, so as parking brake shoes.

I did removed rear bumper ahead of shop visit as part of another DIY repair.

Next time I'll DIY it, but first time mechanic's tips were amazing

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AndyW Supreme Galactic Commander (one galaxy over...) 669 Rep 1,777 Posts Drives: '08 E93, '12 E82, '13 E93 M3 Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Washington, USA iTrader: (5)	This guy had zero issue installing the rear axle (around the 23 min point)...I guess it really is a crap shoot what you get... __________________ Best, Andy '12 E82-PS2,Stoptechs,Clubsports+M3 bits,Accusump,Wagner DP+EVO III FMIC,ERCP,BMS Intake,Mason Strut Bar,Wedge Tune
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POBEP Lieutenant 364 Rep 552 Posts Drives: E70 E90 E91 Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Christmas Valley, CA iTrader: (0) Garage List 2011 E90 335d [9.33] 2013 E70 xDrive35d [5.00] 2009 E91 328i [10.00] 2016 F25 xDrive28d [0.00]	I had to do mine twice (335d) First bearing from ECS had defective magnetic strip that was tripping speed sensor readings. I did it at INDY shop with the guide from my mechanic (he got injured a day before and could not work). It took me ~6 hours - I am slow. Second bearing was installed 2 weeks later - 3 hours total. We lowered exhaust a bit but did not removed it. No suspension parts was removed at all, so as parking brake shoes. I did removed rear bumper ahead of shop visit as part of another DIY repair. Next time I'll DIY it, but first time mechanic's tips were amazing __________________
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