how do i replace a front wheel bearing on my vauxhall astra estate i.4 year 2000 as a humming noise is driving me crackers i have investigated every option and i have come to the conclusion it must the nearside front bearing as there is slight free play.

kenboy, March 2009

cannot replace the bearing, you must get a replacement hub which comes with the bearing in it, they are a sealed for life unit

john, December 2009

These bearings are pressed into the wheel hub using a hydraulic press capable of exerting 10 tons of pressure. Its possible to bash them out with a hammer and drift but the chances are that things will be damaged, so get a garage to do it. You could save cash if you could take them the hub complete, if you could take it out of the car yourself.

John, March 2009