Wheel Bearing: Testing and Inspection

During use, a small amount of surplus grease may appear around the bearing seal but this does not indicate a failed bearing or seal. The grease should not be removed as this will act as an additional barrier to the ingress of water or foreign matter.

Excessive end float or bearing rumble will indicate a failed bearing; maximum permissible end float is 0.13 mm. Take care not to confuse suspension ball joint or upper or lower fulcrum bush movement for bearing end float.

If the hub is removed for any reason, a new bearing assembly must be installed. Never attempt to re-use a bearing.