Note: The bearing is a sealed, pre-adjusted and pre-lubricated, double-row roller type and is intended to last the vehicle's entire service life without maintenance or attention. Never overtighten the driveshaft nut beyond the specified torque wrench setting in an attempt to "adjust" the bearing.
Note: Peugeot special tools are available to carry out this operation, in which case the task can be carried out without removing the suspension strut. The procedure described in this Section assumes that the special tools are not available, in which case the task can be accomplished using improvised tools, once the suspension strut assembly has been removed.
Note: A press will be required to dismantle and rebuild the assembly; if such a tool is not available, a large bench vice and spacers (such as large sockets) will serve as an adequate substitute. The bearing's inner races are an interference fit on the hub; if the inner race remains on the hub when it is pressed out of the hub carrier, a knife-edged bearing puller will be required to remove it.
1. Remove the relevant front suspension strut assembly, as described in Section 3.
2. If not already done, remove the securing screw and withdraw the brake disc from the hub.
3. Support the strut assembly securely on blocks or in a vice. Using a tubular spacer which bears only on the inner end of the hub flange, press or drive the hub flange out of the bearing (see illustration). If the bearing outboard inner race remains on the hub, remove it using a bearing puller (see note above).
2.3. Driving the hub flange from the front hub bearing
4. Extract the bearing retaining circlip from the inner end of the hub carrier (see illustration).
2.4. Front hub bearing retaining circlip (arrowed)
5. Where necessary, refit the bearing inner race back in position over the ball cage and securely support the inner face of the hub carrier. Using a tubular spacer which bears only on the bearing inner race, press or drive the complete bearing assembly out of the hub carrier.
6. Thoroughly clean the hub and hub carrier, removing all traces of dirt and grease and polish away any burrs or raised edges which might hinder reassembly. Check the components for cracks or any other signs of wear or damage and renew them if necessary. Renew the bearing retaining circlip, regardless of Its apparent condition.
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7. Commence reassembly by applying a light film of oil to the bearing outer race and the contact faces of the hub, to aid installation of the bearing.
8. Securely support the hub carrier and locate the bearing in the hub. Press the bearing fully into position, ensuring that it enters the hub squarely, using a tubular spacer which bears only on the bearing outer race.
9. Once the bearing is correctly seated, fit a new bearing retaining circlip, ensuring that it is correctly located in the groove in the hub carrier.
10. Securely support the outer face of the hub and the suspension strut and locate the hub carrier bearing inner race over the end of the hub. Press the bearing onto the hub, using a tubular spacer which bears only on the inner race of the bearing, until the bearing seats against the hub shoulder. Check that the hub rotates freely and wipe off any excess oil or grease.
11. Refit the suspension strut assembly as described in Section 3.