Guidelines

How long do sealed wheel bearings last?

How long do sealed wheel bearings last?

How long does a wheel bearing last? Wheel bearings have an average lifespan of 136,000 to 160,000 km (approximately 85,000 to 100,000 miles).

How often should Sealed bearings be replaced?

Most serviceable wheel bearings need maintenance every 25,000 to 30,000 miles, or during every brake service. But, the average life of a sealed wheel bearing and hub assembly is about 85,000 to 100,000 miles, without the opportunity for a technician to repack the bearings.

Do sealed wheel bearings need maintenance?

In short, sealed bearings are virtually maintenance free. Open or shielded bearings, however, do require regular maintenance, both to clean out contamination from particles and other debris and to replenish lubrication grease that will naturally be lost over time from friction in the system.

Are wheel bearings and wheel hubs the same thing?

There are two types of bearings: hub and wheel. Both employ the same physical characteristics of a bearing in that they house bearing spheres that are lubricated for spinning to allow the wheel to rotate.

Should I replace wheel hub bearing?

As a rule, sealed wheel bearings and hubs should have no play or roughness when a wheel is spun by hand. If a wheel bearing feels loose, or has play that exceeds specifications when measured with a dial indicator placed against the hub, it is worn out and needs to be replaced without delay.

What wheel bearings to get?

7 Best Wheel Bearings to Get in 2018 Timken SP580310 Wheel Bearing and Hub. Weight: 17.7 lbs. ACDelco FW293 GM. Weight: 8 lbs. ECCPP 513121 Wheel Bearing Hub. Weight: 7 lbs. MOOG 515058 Wheel Bearing. Weight: 18.67 lbs. OrionMotorTech 23-Piece FWD Front Wheel Drive Bearing Adapters. Weigjt: 23.7 lbs. Motorman 513121 Front ABS Wheel Hub and Bearing. Prime Choice Auto Parts HB613123PR.

What are the parts of a wheel bearing?

Wheel bearings are made from steel forgings that are machined to shape. Most bearings have two parts, the inner bearing set and the outer bearing race. The inner bearing contains small steel balls that ride on the outer race as the wheel, or other reciprocating part, turns.