🔧 Ridgeline - Wheel Bearing Replacement

On your Ridgeline, the wheel bearing is part of a hub assembly that bolts to the steering knuckle (front) or rear knuckle (rear). Replacing it correctly matters because improper torque on the axle nut or hub bolts can quickly damage the new bearing.

Difficulty Level: Advanced | Estimated Time: 2-4 hours (per corner)

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⚠️ Safety & Precautions

• 🛑 Support the truck with jack stands; never rely on a jack alone.
• 🛑 Wheel bearings are easily damaged by impact; avoid hammering the hub/bearing.
• 🛑 If equipped, keep the key away from the truck while working near ABS wiring.
• 🛑 Do not let the brake caliper hang by the hose; support it with a hook/strap.

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🔧 Required Tools

You'll need the following tools for this repair:

• Floor jack (rated 3-ton minimum)
• Jack stands (rated 3-ton minimum)
• Wheel chocks
• Safety glasses
• Mechanic gloves
• 1/2" drive breaker bar
• 1/2" drive torque wrench (30-250 ft-lbs range)
• 3/8" drive ratchet
• 3/8" drive torque wrench (10-80 ft-lbs range)
• Socket set (10mm-24mm)
• Wrench set (10mm-19mm)
• Phillips screwdriver
• Flat trim tool
• Pry bar
• Bungee cord or caliper hook
• Brass drift punch
• Hammer (2 lb)
• Slide hammer with hub puller adapter (specialty)
• Penetrating oil
• Wire brush

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🔩 Required Parts

HowToo sells all the parts you need for this repair:

• Wheel bearing & hub assembly - Qty: 1
• Axle nut - Qty: 1
• Brake caliper bracket bolts (if one-time-use per Honda guidance) - Qty: 2
• ABS wheel speed sensor O-ring (if equipped/separate) - Qty: 1
• Anti-seize compound - Qty: 1

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📋 Before You Begin

• 🧭 Confirm which corner: front or rear.
• 🧭 Confirm drivetrain: FWD or AWD (your Sport can be either). This changes axle/hub details and torque specs.
• Park on level ground, shift to P, and chock the wheels.
• Loosen the lug nuts slightly before lifting (use a breaker bar).

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🔨 Step-by-Step Instructions

Follow these steps in order:

Step 1: Reply with the missing details (so I can give exact torque specs)

• Tell me: Front or rear?
• Tell me: FWD or AWD?
• Once you confirm those two items, I’ll give you the exact Ridgeline procedure with the correct Honda torque specs for the axle nut, hub bolts, caliper bracket, and wheel lugs.

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✅ After Repair

• Verify the ABS light stays off after the repair.
• Road test at low speed first; listen for grinding or clicking.
• Recheck lug nut torque after a short drive.

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💰 DIY vs Shop Cost

Shop Cost: $450-$900 (parts + labor)

DIY Cost: $120-$350 (parts only)

You Save: $330-$550 by doing it yourself!

Shop labor rates vary but typically run $100-$150/hour. This repair takes a shop approximately 2-4 hours.

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🎯 Ready to get started?

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