Wheel hub bearings are required for ensuring uniform rotation of the wheel around its axis. The service life is usually 100,000 – 150,000 km of mileage.
What you should know about replacing a wheel hub bearing
- A common symptom of a failure of this car part is its humming. Besides, vibration may be felt in the passenger compartment.
- Installation of this element is better to be entrusted to specialists at a service station. A lifting device is needed for this. Moreover, errors during installation, for example, incorrect torque or accidental impact may cause premature component failure.
- To dismantle this car part one needs a special puller. With such a tool, the work can be done as carefully as possible without damaging the mounting seat. This will prolong the service life of the new spare. To remove the components, do not use sharp objects or a drill.
- To correctly install the component, it is recommended to buy the wheel hub bearing together with seals and fasteners that also require replacement. Besides, such kits often include a special lubricant. In our shop, you can order online a kit that will completely match the specifications of your vehicle.
- Unlike many other suspension elements, these car parts may be replaced separately, not in pairs per axle.
- The risk of accelerated component wear may be reduced by avoiding sharp breaking. Besides, these car parts should be lubricated from time to time. Choosing a lubricant, bear in mind that it should keep all initial properties at high temperatures. This is because the components heat up significantly during operation.
