A wheel hub bearing is an assembly of bearings,seals and sensors that mount the wheel to the car.
The hub bearing is an important and crucial component of the steering system.
It ensures safe steering and handling of the automobile.
Main functions of the wheel hub is to secure the wheel to the car.
Also Provide free wheel rotation for safe steering and driving.
The traction control system and the anti-lock braking system ABS regulates the braking functions.
It depends mostly on the wheel hub assembly for optimal performance.
A wheel speed sensor found the wheel hub assembly transmits the rate of rotation to the ABS control system.
How can I tell if my cars wheel hub bearing is faulty or defective?
A faulty or defective wheel hub bearing on a car may show the following symptoms :
Driving at moderate speed the tyre may growl.
Tyre squeak or squeal if the wheel hub is spoilt or defective.
The steering wheel may also vibrate.
The ABS light illuminates on the cars dashboard if the sensor doesn’t read or malfunctions.
Bad wheel bearings will seize up and either spin in the hub or on the axle.
If it fails at highway speeds you could loose the wheel and destroy the axle.
when a wheel bearing needs replacement,It is typically recommended to replace the entire wheel
hub bearing assembly.Rather than attempt to repair individual components.
This ensures optimal performance and reliability.
If you suspect a problem with the wheel hub bearing,its advisable to have a certified technician
mechanic to inspect and replace them if necessary.
Regular maintenance and timely replacement of worn out wheel hub bearings can help ensure
safe and efficient vehicle operation.
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