How to replace the front wheel bearing on a Honda Civic?
On this episode I show you how to replace your front wheel bearing on your 2006 to 2011 Honda Civic. The procedure involves removing the brakes and pressing the old bearing out of the knuckle and pressing the new one into the knuckle.
Are there any problems with the Honda Civic?
Mazie Slater Katz & Freeman, LLC collected information for a class action lawsuit to protect Civic owners. The lawsuit alleged the OEM rear upper control arms are too short and cause tire misalignment. It also alleged that Honda knew this when it published a TSB and a redesigned control arm part.
What happens if you replace a tire on a Honda Civic?
If you have replaced your tires because of the problem Honda will reimburse you on a pro rata basis. Time to start digging out those service records. In addition, if you paid to replace a control arm on your Civic because of tire problems, Honda will reimburse you for parts and labor. Unfortunately the deadline to file a claim has passed.
What kind of steering wheel does a Honda Civic have?
The three-spoke steering wheel from the American Civic Si and the European hatchback is standard.
What kind of wheels do Honda Civics use?
Wheels are the most abused parts of your vehicle since they take a beating from the contact with the road. Rocks, gravel, bumps, and curbs can leave scars on the surface of your wheels, deteriorating their appearance. Add to this… Honda Civic Coupe / Sedan 2006, 16″ Replica 5-Spoke Silver Alloy Factory Wheel by Replikaz®.
What are the problems with the Honda Civic?
Owner Reported Trouble Spots. The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2006 Honda Civic owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle. Paint (fading, chalking, cracking, or peeling), loose interior and exterior trim or moldings, rust.
Why does my Honda Civic squeak when I turn the wheel?
The loud squeaking, squealing noise comes from the brake guard rubbing against the brake rotor, while the car is in motion. This is an easy fix. Remove the wheel to check if the brake guard is contacting the brake rotor. If it is, simply bend it with your hand to move it out of the rotor’s way.
Where are the ball joints on a Honda Civic?
Check the front suspension’s upper and lower ball joints. If they are bad and out of grease, then they will start to make noise as metal rubs against metal. The upper ball joint is located on the upper control arm. The lower ball joint is located at the end of the lower control arm (right below the axle/front brake rotor).