Wheel Bearing: Testing and Inspection

FRONT AXLE HUB

ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
1. CHECK FRONT AXLE HUB BEARING





a. Remove the front wheel.
b. Disconnect the front disc brake caliper.
c. Remove the front disc.
d. Inspect the axle hub backlash.
1. Using a dial indicator, check the backlash near the center of the axle hub.
Maximum backlash: 0.05 mm (0.0020 inch)
If the backlash is greater than the maximum, replace the bearing.





e. Inspect the axle hub deviation.
1. Using a dial indicator, check the deviation on the surface of the axle hub.
Maximum deviation: 0.05 mm (0.0020 inch)
If the deviation is greater than the maximum, replace the bearing.