How to Remove Bearing Seals & Shields

REMOVING SHIELDS (C-CLIP)

Move an awl or dental tool around the inside of the outer race to locate the end of the c-clip.

Pry up one end of the c-clip.

Completely remove c-clip.

Wedge your tool against the edge of the remaining shield.

Completely remove shield.

REMOVING SHEILDS (FIXED)

Using an awl or dental tool gently pierce a small hole into the shield as far toward the outer diameter as possible.

Place bearing on flat surface.

Insert tool into puncture hole.

Slowly pry shield from bearing.

Completely remove shield.

REMOVING SEALS

Using an awl or dental tool locate the inside edge of the outer race.

Gently wedge the tool under the edge of the seal.

Completely remove seals.