How do I know if my hub assembly needs replacing?
Here is a list of signs if you have a hub assembly that may need to be replaced:
- Snapping, clicking or popping noises when cornering or making sharp turns.
- Grinding noise when the vehicle is moving.
- Knocking or clunking sensation from the vehicle.
- Wheel vibration and/or wobble.
- Poor steering control.
What happens if hub assembly goes bad?
A damaged wheel hub assembly can also cause the steering wheel to feel loose when you’re driving down the road, making turns or negotiating dips in the road. The reason for this is commonly due to a worn out wheel bearing inside the hub assembly.
How much does it cost to replace a wheel bearing on a Toyota Camry?
Know what price you should pay to get your vehicle fixed. The average cost for a Toyota Camry wheel bearing replacement is between $257 and $391. Labor costs are estimated between $198 and $250 while parts are priced between $59 and $141. Estimate does not include taxes and fees.
Where do you put the wheel bearing on a Toyota?
Place the flat side of the disc against the outside of the race. Select a bearing cup that is larger than the wheel bearing. This cup can can be mounted against the back of the steering knuckle, and will receive the old wheel bearing when the bearing gets “squeezed” out of the hub.
How does a wheel bearing work in a car?
A wheel bearing is part of the front and rear wheel hubs. In the front, the hub connects the wheel to the suspension’s steering knuckle. The wheel connects to the hub, and the hub spins smoothly inside the wheel bearing. This allows the weight of the vehicle to rest on the hub as it spins while maintaining as little surface contact as possible.
What kind of hub assembly does a car have?
Today’s modern cars, and those manufactured after 1997 are equipped with a single bearing and hub assembly that is attached to each wheel and tire on a vehicle.