Mobile Wheel Bearing Replacement at Home or Office
Wheel bearings play a crucial role in both the front and rear wheels of your vehicle. Each wheel has its own bearing, and while some may remain in good condition, others can wear out. Despite being often overlooked, wheel bearings are vital components of the drive-axle and steering assembly. They are housed within the hub of each wheel, ensuring smooth and heat-free rotation of your tires and wheels.
What is Wheel Bearing Replacement?
A wheel bearing consists of steel balls encased in a metal ring called a race, minimizing friction for fast wheel rotation. They are integral to various vehicles, including cars, bicycles, and aircraft. In a car, the wheel bearing sits on a metal axle shaft within the hub, which is the central metal piece of the wheel holding the lug bolts for tire attachment.
How is Wheel Bearing Replacement Done?
- Identify the faulty bearing.
- Remove the wheel and hub.
- Replace the old bearing with a new one by unbolting or pressing it out.
- Reinstall the hub onto the vehicle, ensuring proper torque.
- Inspect suspension and braking components before refitting the wheel.
- Conduct a road test to confirm successful repair.
Recommendataions
For vehicles with high mileage, around 100,000 miles or more, it's advisable to replace both bearings on the axle simultaneously. Some older and commercial vehicles may have serviceable wheel bearings requiring periodic cleaning, regreasing, and seal replacement to prevent failure.
Symptoms Indicating Wheel Bearing Replacement
- Steering wheel vibrations while driving.
- Abnormal tire wear patterns.
- Roaring or grinding noises from the tire area.
Wheel bearings are integral to your car's functionality. Don't risk a failure; contact MyMechanic Malaysia today to schedule an appointment and get your vehicle back on the road swiftly.
