1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply the parking brake.
2. Chock the front wheels to prevent the vehicle from rolling.
3. Raise the rear of the vehicle with a jack and support it on jack stands.
4. Remove the lug nuts and take off the wheel.
5. Remove the brake drum.
6. Use a punch and hammer to remove the bearing retainer.
7. Pry out the bearing with a pry bar and a hammer.
8. Clean the bearing seat and inspect it for damage.
9. Install a new bearing and retainer.
10. Reinstall the brake drum, wheel, and lug nuts.
11. Lower the vehicle and remove the jack stands.
Here are some additional tips for removing rear wheel bearings on a Nissan 1400 bakkie:
* Use a penetrating oil to loosen the bearing retainer if it is rusted.
* Be careful not to damage the bearing seat when prying out the bearing.
* If the bearing seat is damaged, it will need to be repaired or replaced before a new bearing can be installed.
* Use a new cotter pin when securing the wheel bearing retainer.
