I removed mine by using a LARGE bearing separator behind the hub and then using four screws (same size as the lug nuts) in the wheel lugs to force the hub from the bearing. The screws are to be screwed evenly against the bearing separator so the hub comes off evenly; ie a bit at a time so that the pressure is evenly displaced over the hub. The bearing separator is used so that we have something to press against.

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2005 E53 4.4i