How long does it take to replace 2 front wheel bearings?
I was told years ago it was going so I know that’s the problem–plus had a mechanic listen to the noise. About 2 hours, depending on tools and experience it could take longer.
Do both wheel bearings need replaced at the same time?
Both wheel bearings have racked up the same number of miles, so it’s logical to conclude that both sides have probably experienced the same amount of wear. Based on this line of thinking, it would make sense to recommend replacing both wheel bearing hubs at the same time even though only one has obviously failed.
When to replace wheel bearings on Subaru Outback?
Car riding all quiet again. They replaced the right-rear wheel bearing yesterday at 65k miles. They had a problem getting it off the spindle and gave me a loaner. They called 3 hours later and said they managed to get it off without needing to replace the spindle. $100 deductible on the 7/100k/$100 extended warranty.
What causes wheel noise on Subaru Outback 2.5?
My 2011 Outback 2.5 Limited got a mild rear end collision at 109k miles. Then I put new tires at 112k miles. Now at 115k miles I am hearing a wheel noise that starts at 40mph. Not sure if the collision could cause hub bearing failure. Nevertheless, I am reading from other posts that hub failure is common between 90k to 120k miles on 4gen Outbacks.
How to change front wheel bearing hub assembly?
Front wheel bearing hub assembly Subaru Outback 2005 -2014 Legacy Install Remove Replace How to Change. Same hub assembly part for these years and cars, so procedure should be the same. Outbacks and Legacy models.
Where is the bad bearing on a Subaru?
Do a slalom at the lowest speed where you can hear the noise. If it gets louder turning left, the bad bearing is on the right side of the car. It may not be bad enough yet for you to determine front or rear yet. My other car is a Subaru…. Come to think of it, so is my other other car Subaru WBs have a range of confusing failure modes it seems.