Wheel Bearing Replacement near Santa Ana, California

There are 50 RepairPal Certified locations for Wheel Bearing Replacement, all with a minimum 12,000-mile/12-month warranty.

50 Results for Wheel Bearing Replacement near Santa Ana, California

Wheel Bearing Replacement can be completed at all of these locations, along with other repairs and services.

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Chapman Auto Repair

4.3
(301)
2.74 mi
807 W Chapman Ave
Orange, CA
Closed
Opens 8:00 AM Wed
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MIDAS ORANGE

4.4
(209)
3.07 mi
1922 East Chapman Avenue
Orange, CA
Open
Closes 6:00 PM
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Harbor Brakes | Brakes and Auto Repair in Garden Grove

4.5
(16)
3.68 mi
13692 Harbor Boulevard
Garden Grove, CA
Closed
Opens 8:30 AM Wed
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Electron Automotive | Gas, Diesel, EV & Hybrid Repairs

4.9
(19)
3.78 mi
969 North Batavia Street
Orange, CA
Closed
Opens 8:00 AM Wed
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FSE LA Complete Auto Center

4.8
(16)
4.2 mi
16751 Noyes Avenue
Irvine, CA
Open
Closes 6:00 PM
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Purrfect Auto Services

4.3
(353)
4.24 mi
3075 Edinger Ave
Tustin, CA
Closed
Opens 8:00 AM Wed
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Euro Car Doctor - Irvine

4.5
(171)
5.08 mi
3070 Main St
Irvine, CA
Open
Closes 5:30 PM
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Daniels Tire Service - Orange

4.8
(20)
5.58 mi
2301 N Tustin Street
Orange, CA
Closed
Opens 8:00 AM Wed
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AD SMOG AND REPAIR

4.4
(18)
5.95 mi
2640 North Santiago Boulevard
Orange, CA
Closed
Opens 8:00 AM Wed
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ExperTec Automotive - Anaheim

4.7
(15)
6.91 mi
718 W Lincoln Ave
Anaheim, CA
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Closes 6:00 PM
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Herb's Garage Auto Service Center

4.5
(104)
7.24 mi
242 Victoria St
Costa Mesa, CA
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Closes 6:00 PM
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Eberhardt's Tire & Automotive

4.9
(369)
7.91 mi
2335 E Orangethorpe Ave
Fullerton, CA
Closed
Opens 8:00 AM Wed
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Wheel Bearing Replacement

How are wheel bearings replaced?

To replace a wheel bearing, a technician will need put the car on a lift, remove the wheel and tire, and remove the brake caliper and rotor. On some vehicles, the wheel hub and bearing are simply unbolted from the steering knuckle and can replaced as a unit. On other vehicles, though, the hub and bearing are pressed together into the knuckle and need to be removed with special tools. In these cases, a hydraulic press must be used to insert the new hub.
Wheel Bearing Replacement

Can I replace the wheel bearing myself?

Some vehicles with sealed front wheel bearings can be serviced at home. If the wheel hub and bearing are simply bolted to the knuckle and can be replaced as a unit, an intermediate DIYer with experience removing brake or suspension parts can do it. But many cars require that a technician remove hubs and bearings that are pressed into the knuckle. These components are difficult to disassemble, and reassembly requires a hydraulic press. In such cases, wheel bearing replacement is best left to a professional technician.

How are wheel bearings diagnosed?

To diagnose whether a wheel bearing is going bad, a technician will typically take the vehicle for a test drive to verify where the sound is coming from and determine which wheel bearing is the culprit. In the shop, the technician might lift the vehicle, rotate the wheel, and listen for sounds from the wheel hub. The technician will also test the wheel for excessive play by holding the tire on each side and rocking it back and forth. If there is play in the wheel and the steering and other suspension components are in good condition, the bearing has likely worn out.

What to look out for with wheel bearing issues

The front wheel bearing is an essential component of the vehicle suspension. As a wheel bearing wears out, more friction is created — and more damage occurs. On most vehicles, the wheel bearing requires special equipment to be serviced. If a bearing is installed improperly, it may fail early.

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