How much should I pay to replace wheel bearings?
The national average is about $350 to fix the wheel bearings at one wheel. As you might imagine, however, luxury brands cost more. Please note: If the wheel bearings need replacing at one wheel, you don’t necessary need to replace the bearings at the other wheel on the same axle. It’s not like matching a pair of tires.
Do you need a special tool to change wheel bearings?
You’ll probably need to use a wrench (and/or a hammer) to remove the end of the hub and any anti-lock brake wheel that may be part of your hub. A special tool may also be needed to remove the central bolt. Then, the bearing assembly should come apart easily.
How long does a wheel bearing take to replace?
If it is a wheel bearing in the rear, it may take anywhere from 15 to 45 minutes and if the hubs and wheel bearing is permanently bolted to the car it can take 20 minutes to an hour. Front-wheel bearings can take from 30 minutes to 1 hour and 30 minutes, all depending on your mechanic.
How long does it take to change both front wheel bearings?
Experience is one of the key factors affecting installation time. For new technicians, turnaround time can be up to two hours. However, that time can be cut in half by experienced technicians, especially if there are no delays in acquiring parts or tools.
Do you need an alignment after replacing a wheel bearing?
Replacing a wheel bearing will not require an alignment, unless the car was aligned previously with a bad wheel bearing.
What to use to replace front wheel drive wheel bearings?
This 23-piece front wheel bearing tool kit is used to remove and install the wheel bearings on front wheel drive vehicles, can easily replace wheel bearings while keeping the steering knuckle and strut assembled in tact on the vehicle. Material: carbon steel for tools, ABS plastic for case
What’s the best way to replace a front wheel?
Use a glob of grease to coat the inner bearing race, then set the inner bearing down inside it. Take the inner wheel-bearing seal and install it as you did the bearing races, tapping it into place and taking care not to cock it, but only get it flush with the inner surface of the hub. Don’t pound it in any farther than that.
How much does it cost to replace a wheel bearing?
A: A wheel bearing replacement is a standard job, so the cost should be very straightforward, depending on your vehicle year, make, and model.
What is a wheel bearing and hub assembly?
Also called a wheel hub bearing, hub assembly, wheel hub unit or hub and bearing assembly, the wheel hub assembly keeps your wheel attached to your vehicle and allows the wheels to freely turn enabling you to safely steer. The wheel hub assembly is also critical to your anti-lock braking system (ABS) and the traction control system (TCS).