2017 CX-5 Front wheel bearing removal

[Sharpie]

I’m trying to remove the front hub and wheel bearing on my 2017 CX-5. I’ve worked for hours using rust penetrator, hammer, etc. I actually broke the bearing and hub in to and cannot get the hub off. 4 bolts out and the hub nut off no problem. What do you recommend?

 

[edmaz]

It's best to remove the hub nut first and then thread on a spare nut flush to the axle shaft. Then hammer the nut to free up the axle from the hub. No idea how that would work for you at this point, but it's probably still worth a try.

 

[Sharpie]

Thanks. Will look at that tomorrow

 

[Jmaz]

Maybe a big bearing puller and impact wrench. Application of heat too.

 

[RedBaron]

Had the same issue with our 2014. I ended up using a wood chisel & mallet. Getting the sharp end of the chisel between each hub mount "ear" and the carrier, and hammering it in a bit, going round each ear in turn, until it finally started to pry apart and eventually loosen. Do not pry with the chisel, just use it as a wedge, or you will break the chisel end (ask me how I know ).

 

[Sharpie]

Finally got it. Used a ton of rust breaker and chisel. Thanks alll

 

[HyFlyer]

Finally got it. Used a ton of rust breaker and chisel. Thanks alll

Good the hear!

What would your recommendations be tackling this job knowing what you know now?