When I am left at home alone, the SMA shop is my favorite hangout. It is just like being at the shop with my human., except for having the air conditioning and surround sound.

My wife’s dealership quoted her 1200 to do a wheelbearing. I did the job in about 30 minutes and $90 for the new bearing. I only ever ask her to get the quote from the dealership to know how much I’m “saving” on the job to buy new tools, lol. Good tip about not separating the knuckle if you don’t have to. Service manual said to separate the knuckle because the hub bearing bolts will run into the boot. All I had to do was loosen the bolts, then use a hub puller to walk the hub bearing out, then loosen more, repeat. Easy peasy, and saved the need to separate the knuckle and do an alignment.

@johnnyshd8250

3 жыл бұрын

I just replaced my hubs in my Gran Prix with 154k, in my driveway

@trevorshiffermiller2412

3 жыл бұрын

And that is why they call the dealership the stealership

@baileyhatfield4273

3 жыл бұрын

Instead of ''HONEY, YOURE SPENDING SO muCh ON ToolLS! Its ''oh honey....you saved us so much money'' lol. Get some tools, save some cash AND make the woman happy? I've heard of a two for....but a THREE For?

@hairpunut

3 жыл бұрын

Honestly even if you seperate the knuckle from the strut, the bolts are usually have sherades. So it shouldnt even more the alignment if it does barley anything.

@zephxiii

3 жыл бұрын

Having seen all the different hub jobs done on SMA...this is a very sweet n easy one to do of them all lol.

My happy comment is that you do all the torque spec work off camera which drives the torque karens crazy.

@jennifurzoe1302

3 жыл бұрын

Would it be better if he said "click" like VEHCOR does on his torque spec thingamajig?

@scowell

3 жыл бұрын

I saw one torqued nut... the important one.

@jamram9924

3 жыл бұрын

Awww come on! Why is everyone getting so torqued? 🤑

@dylanwoods2459

3 жыл бұрын

I just make a clicking noise with my mouth, so people around me know I’m doing it 😂

@SteelheadTed

3 жыл бұрын

@@jennifurzoe1302 Eric has done that too

Don’t worry about the bills to get the kids through college, Chrysler will always help you out Eric

Its so refreshing to watch someone that is logical, funny, has integrity and is about the best damn mechanic you can find. You sir have quickly becoming a legend.

Why do I always LOL when Eric sends a stud flying through the air or gets a wrench stuck in the exact way he said not to do? Thanks for the constant smiles man.

@markh.6687

3 жыл бұрын

Because of the irony of him doing it just after telling us not to do it that way.

Typically Mondays are not my favorite day. But then SMA appears on my tablet and Monday suddenly becomes great! Entertainment and education all in one. Thanks Mr. O.

The only joy I find in life is watching new episodes of S.M.A.

A solid clue that a guy's a pro is that he makes it look easy. Buddy, you make it look TOO easy. Much respect.

This is way better than what's on TV. Haha

@dathan6788

3 жыл бұрын

Agreed. I got hip to his channel about 2 weeks ago, and have been binge watching it lol

Man you make that look slick and easy. I’d need all week and three trips to the auto parts store. Good thing I’m not doing it professionally. Best Regards

@schutzhund3933

3 жыл бұрын

My thoughts exactly!!!

Why must you make it look so easy, cause it is, knowledge and the right tool is all you need.

ERIC!!! thanks for the video.... I get so tired of explaining to folks that the codes are a guide to point you in the direction of the problem, not a crystal ball to tell you what part to swap. Even when I do explain it, so many just stick with what they want to believe and ignore the logic. I once heard a WISE person say "I can explain it to you, but I cannot understand it for you." Your content helps cause I can point folks to your videos and they can hear it from from another honest Mechanic.

@s.j.5850

2 жыл бұрын

Most people prefer the easy solution whether it is right or wrong. You have to think logically/critically to arrive at the true cause. Cars (just like life & people) are not always easy to solve or figure out. I am glad Mr. O has the wisdom to question what appears to be going on & not just assuming.

You are 100% correct Mr. O. The scan tool more or less points you in the right direction (or should) and then our logic is suppose to take over & verify the information the scan tool is showing. The scan tool will show the symptom or fault & it is up to us to figure out what caused it. Your proving it also prevents comebacks. You are happy & the customer is happy!

Another professionally diagnosed and repaired problem. Great Job !

You always prove that there always needs to be a real mechanic to work on a car and that someone who was you to just shed your car in and make money off of you and send you away say they could not find the problem thank you you help me out with working on my car

Back in the day, auto mechanics was mostly the a physical job, big heavy parts and large hammers. Fast forward to the Jetson's future, and you can diagnose almost anything on a car with a computer and logic instead of ripping it all apart without direction. Anyone can do it, but you have to thinking and paying attention to get the job done quickly and without a fuss. Thanks for showing us all that we really all can do it.

@markh.6687

3 жыл бұрын

Thinking?? Paying attention?? :)

@OldManBadly

3 жыл бұрын

@@markh.6687 I know, horrible things you have to do now....

Using a bolt and nut to push the hub off was a game changer. Instantly separated… amazing.

I love it when Prof.O holds class. Even this old dog learns a new trick!

My sister in law has a white Chrysler 200 and I changed her battery for her, it was in the drivers fender of all places. 🔩 🇺🇲

The dealerships in your area should send all their new mechanics to work with you for a month to learn these procedures and learn to be honest. You would deserve whatever you wanted to charge them for the lessons!

One of my favorite parts of SMA repair videos has got to be the opening

You and Doug demuro are the only reason I keep this app on my phone!!!!

nice simple video straight to the point. As always thanks from over the pond UK

I changed my 1st timing belt after watching the SMA video.

Using logic is exactly what sets you apart from so many other mechanics

Erin I’m so glad you said you torque your bolts when you turn the camera off. I hate see the know it all’s get too much attention. Nice diagnosis by the way

Wish we had just 1 honest reliable garage in my area. I prefer small owner operated garages, that's where I have always gone for any service to my vehicles. No luck in my area of Florida. Every place I've gone they have pulled some crap, I guess because I'm a woman. One place tried to sell me 4 new tires because my tires were expired. Not worn out or dry rotten. No expired because they were almost 3 years old! Had them take my car off the lift and never went back. Absolutely love your videos but they do make me long for a mechanic/owner garage like yours. Your thoughtful, honest, intelligent and respectful of the cars you work on.

Eric is a G.O.A.T

I always use a little salt water. I had a YJ Jeep made in Canada and I think that is what they use to keep all the bolts from coming lose. I don't think any ever came lose and they had to be cut, broken, or drilled to get out. Thanks for the show!

I'm happy. Thanks for making the video. Long time back I mentioned a little idea about electrical tape wrapped around a socket. First vid I'd watched of yours. Working on one of your female helpers car, in the trunk. You did respond and say, "hey that's good idea!". You have no idea how much your ideas have helped me...glad I may have contributed maybe a little...

Great video!! Thank you, I’m not a mechanic but I learned so much from watching your videos.

@Bingo551

3 жыл бұрын

Watch how it's done correctly and the pride in the jobs.

Thanks Eric for the video.

Always HAPPY 😁😁 for a video from SMA.

Great use of scan tool to see and verify issue with speed sensor issue.

Great video, very good explanation 👏. Thanks 😊

Love the auction cars. Always good for a few videos.

That's a great tech tip about watching where the problem is located when rotating the wheel!

My dad once said those bolts on caliber don't need to be so damn tight when I was doing good old "as tight as I can get it without too long extension" and then he proceeded to do the other side. Sure enough, the caliber got loose 100 km's later and I had to go and buy new bolts. Luckily it happened in a city I was passing by so no biggie. Ah, all the fun times when working with the family on a project. :)

Great, an *SMA* video! Thanks for your efforts!

Another great job Eric O thanks for sharing this!!!!!! Say hi to Mrs O and the kids can’t believe that you’re daughter is helping you out in the shop holding things you need help with!!!!! Seems like a week ago she was coloring in the office with Mrs O they grow up so fast which means I’m getting older!!!!!!!

The best thing about Chryslers are that they keep the bills paid 😏

@darwindwelle5267

3 жыл бұрын

Yup Chrysler has always built a cheap product.

@danbartolini27

3 жыл бұрын

They're not cheap it's just that they have always been incapable of building a quality product

@mikechiodetti4482

3 жыл бұрын

Maybe they use Dorman parts

@krASHExxx

3 жыл бұрын

@@mikechiodetti4482 hahahaha

@Captain_Dark

3 жыл бұрын

@@mikechiodetti4482 Learned to stay far tf away from Dorman after 2 blend doors

Know what ya mean.. I have to change out my wife’s 2015 Kia Sorento rear hubs because of bad sensors.. dang KIA’s all have this problem & issue.. so now with it having 55k on it it’s time to go ahead and do em all , Front and Back Hubs and brakes … oh so much fun… I’m teaching my 14 year old Grandson how to mechanic, Unlike most kids he wants to learn . He saved up his money and bought a 1994 S10 and we’re going to work on it together so when he turns 16 he will respect it more. Especially when his Blood, Sweet and hard work went into doing it.. Keep on Wrenching 👍🏻😇🇺🇸

Never been a fan of snap on stuff, but there's something beautiful about that torque wrench

If I ever make it to the East Coast, I want to work 💪in this guy's shop. Great job 👏

Awesome job Eric like always it's walk in the the Park bud

I did the rear bearings on my wife's Honder Accord with the big 4 banger (2.4?) and it was easy after watching you. I love me some SMA video's. With the diesel guy, I was waiting for "hey it's that guy!". LOL.

Just got off work, just got my fancy new DeWalt high torque impact wrench, just got a new SMA video to watch. I'm doing pretty good today.

@nopenottalib4366

3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely LOVE my DeWalt cordless tools. Which DeWalt impact did you get? I've got a 1/2" drive impact currently, but I'd love to add a good 3/4" ugga-dugga to my tool set.

@umajunkcollector

3 жыл бұрын

Moustie1, JohnathanW, AvE, and of course Scotty, me thinks Eric is over due for a VW bug, International, HFT bolter, and Toyota.

@TheSynStalker

3 жыл бұрын

The 1/2 in XR high torque, the biggest 1/2 in impact they make right now. I can't wait to use it.

Just what I needed to press that wheel bearing out. I will pass on the 10 pound slide hammer. Thanks

12:05 “a little loctite on the bolts never hurt anyone”. Me, a seasoned idiot and professional bolt snapper:

@markh.6687

3 жыл бұрын

"I'm a professional idiot; what's your excuse?!" :)

@jw33

3 жыл бұрын

Crossthreading is more effective than loctite

@jennifurzoe1302

3 жыл бұрын

@@jw33 with some epoxy to lube that bolt into its new home

Eric, you got that right about the codes. Too many people don't read the code description and assume that it means to replace a part. It's aggravating when people shotgun parts at a car, then complain about it not being fixed. Whenever i get the chance, i teach people about reading the description and actually going thru the diags. Btw, i use a flexsocket and a short extension on an impact gun to get the wheel bearing bolts out. Never had any problems with tools getting stuck.

Saw a Nappa vehicle driving around the other day and without realising said "Not a sponsor" 🤣

@krASHExxx

3 жыл бұрын

I feel ya on that

@scientist100

3 жыл бұрын

No mames 😅

@Rein_Ciarfella

3 жыл бұрын

LOLOLOL!

@joevaagen6170

3 жыл бұрын

For me it's ANYTIME napa is even mentioned. When I see a delivery truck I say "napa (not a sponsor) too

Since you use NAPA (not a sponsor), I received a flyer from RockAuto, using this example: 2013 GMC Yukon 5.3L Fuel Pump Assembly RockAuto Delphi $170.89 O'Reilly Precision $251.99 AutoZone Delphi $259.99 Advance Delphi $276.99 NAPA Delphi $292.29

@foodskewed9197

3 жыл бұрын

When it comes to rock auto, you have to know what your looking for. As a technician myself, I shop there for certain parts. You can save money if you know what your looking for. And even then I’ll buy the $25 brakes and rotor package because I know how I drive and I’m not going to spend money on good brakes when I know I’m gonna be brutal on them.

Great video Eric 👍

Another good point is when you work with this stuff all the time experience will let you navigate through these common problems with a bit of confidence. The Old saying Been There Done It! C-ya

Taking 5 minutes to perform proper diagnostics is what separates the real mechanics from the parts changers. Every video is inspiring some diy folks to learn a little more about their cars. Great content as always 👊

@markh.6687

3 жыл бұрын

"Mr. Reed, load the forward Parts Cannons, and polarize the air ratchet!"

@drew5992

2 ай бұрын

Not everyone has a 4000 dollar scanner 🤷‍♂️

THANK YOU AGAIN ERIC! Never change, keep making these videos until you're an old man. I wear my South Main Auto tee shirt on weekends when it's time to get with the ladies.

I wish you were close to me. Best mechanic I’ve seen. Honest and thorough!

I was in the trade for a very long time and developed a feel for the right torque, I reckon Eric does something similar! I would usually do them up til my elbow clicked, that was my torque spec!

Good job there fella’

Another “Absolutely Fantastic Extraordinary” ESP troubleshooting and problem identification by the Infamous SMA bossman. (Crowds stand and cheer).

I’m so HaPpy 😁 Watching SMA VIDS makes me HaPpy 😃

always good to see a true professional at work

We're all happy happy happy!!!

Thanks Eric. Have a great day!

Very well said Eric. Scanner gives sense of direction.

I love the bolt trick to push out the bearing. It looks so much easier than beating it with a hammer and prybar. I'll definitely have to remember that

One of my favorite channels👍

I learned how to do my first wheel bearing from watching this channel😉

@scientist100

3 жыл бұрын

Even bears can ride without training wheels... wait.

@PhillyDee215

3 жыл бұрын

@@scientist100 🤣🤣🤣

Ya ding dong.. we’re not solving world hunger! Lmfao you really make me laugh!! Thanks Eric 😎

Look forward to every video!! If I become half as good as you I’d be a very happy man!!

Used to get really mad at work when something would go bad, finding your channel gave me a new perspective on this line of work and showed me a great attitude goes a long way. Keep working hard man!

When are you coming to visit Eric? I have an '11 Subbie Outback that's waiting for rear wheel bearing hubs, both sides. Luckily the car is from Pennsylvania so you should feel right at home getting lots of rusty iron mineral.😁 I'll buy the beer....

@pyro323

3 жыл бұрын

Beer is a legal currency. 🍺

@terryharvey8627

3 жыл бұрын

Not sure they can make enough beer to do that job !!

Eric, Great video as always - thank you! Paul (in MA)

@Rein_Ciarfella

3 жыл бұрын

Ditto! (Rein in MA!). 😉

Man! I appreciate the time you took to actually show the full process of removing the bearing, and all. So many people do cuts and transitions without showing very crucial steps in the process!! Thank you so much! Prepares me to understand the full process, ensures I have everything I need for the process, and informs me enough to help me decide if I truly want to tackle the project. Again, thank you so much!! 🫡

You did a great job. 👍

Fortunately when I have this issue on my car, which is more often than it should be, I can remove the axle bolt, push the axle in and see the tone ring. Saves me the hassle of removing the hub in case it’s not necessary. Though I confess it’s always the hub.

I'm Happy you do these video's, always learn something new

Happy comment, happy torque, and another job well done....

Keep the vijeo's coming man - lets get you to a MILLION subs.

Processed live data, a Spinneroo and perfect fix for a happy win 👍

I like the way you were able to diagnose the problem. Cool!

Hello to Eric & Mrs O. I just replaced my wife’s 2013 GMC Terrain AWD, left front wheel bearing, last weekend. I had watched this video before, I had to jack the wheel bearing out that same way. Thank you so much for all your ideas and help. I use Kopper Kote anti seize by Jet Lube, because if it is replaced again, I will be doing it. Why do you not use anti seize? I have used Fluid Film before. I like Kopper Kote. Peratex makes a copper anti seize also. I have done a 93 Plymouth Grand Voyager AWD like that. I could not get the bolts out of the spindle until the bearing was removed. Saves a lot of time on flat rate, plus like you said, no alignment. Hello from north east Montana. 10 miles from the Canadian border.

Excellent diag and video, as always

Another job well done, Eric. I'm sure Mrs. O. gives you a big kiss at the end of the day after she processes ALL the checks, credit card payments, and cash transactions as you crank out them jobs !!!!

It’s kind of sad other “mechanics” apparently don’t understand a wheel sensor needs to sense something as in it takes both the sensor and magnet to make it work. Especially with you living in Road Salt County you’re going to see more problems with corrosion destroying magnet rings. These craptacular 200’s are built in the great white north of Canada. You’d think they would take extra measures against corrosion of the critical bits.

Great job as always Eric

Concise yet thorough as always . Well done!! Thanks again Eric, keep them coming.

Thank you Eric O!

its a pretty accurate description, somethings wrong with ma tone wheel, well theres ur problem lady 0.0, haha eric never stop being eric, your about the only thing that made me smile today.

Made me smile. I'm happy😊

Nice work Eric!

Another great technical description! Thanks Mr. O

Great information, thank you for taking the time to make the video.

What an afternoon. Gate City Foundation and Drainage and now South Main Auto. WooHoo.

Eric, you are the best, every time I learn more and more from you. All the Best God bless.

Solid diagnostic work!!

That was wheelie good. Thanks Dr. O!

@pyro323

3 жыл бұрын

I'd getting WHEELIE TIRED of people making these terrible jokes smh. I'm here all day!

Happy comment here. Seeing you find that sensor just finger tight jogged my memory. I once had a car with some noise in suspension, something like that sort of a complaint. After the investigation it turned out to be the inner tie rod being loose. Like a full rotation by hand loose. Still no idea how something like that happens. Oh and yeah the tie rod boot was held in place by a zip tie.

Love watching your videos, as a new tech I’m trying to learn as much as I can from videos as well as on the job stuff, keep up the great work! Thank you very much-from all of us