both front hub bearings need to bee replaced whenever i make left turns the car makes rubbing noise the machanic said it was defenatly the hub bearings. i dont have much experience with repairing cars but i figure if i buy a step but step guide i can do it myself.
2006-07-09 07:08:17 · 8 answers · asked by mxhazard 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
I am going to base my answer on this car being a front wheel drive. I would suggest a reputable mechanicl do it because getting to the hub bearings requires special tools.
2006-07-09 07:14:20 · answer #1 · answered by bobby 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Buy a handbook and the proper tools. This is NOT a major operation as the bearings are one piece units that are mated to the hubs. Hint: do only ONE side at a time -- the second one will take half as long and if you really screw up putting it back together, you still have one intact that you can use as a guide! The bearing/hubs are quite expensive (appx $270.00 each from GM) so check for aftermarket units first. One more hint -- get a second opinion. Bearing failure usually only occurs on one side or another and will make CONSTANT noise, not just left handers..(?)
2006-07-09 07:22:14 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I know you have to rent a press from like autozone, Because the bearings have to be pressed in. If you don't have the right tools for the job you'll be like me and say every word in the book. Good luck
2006-07-09 07:16:18 · answer #3 · answered by Scott W 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, if you aren't very comfortable with your ability to do the job, I wouldn't. This is one of those safety considerations, if it isn't done right it can fail and lead to an accident. If the bearing should fail you could lose a wheel, makes it very hard to steer without one. So, yes you can, providing you are confident in your ability.
2006-07-09 07:20:39 · answer #4 · answered by oklatom 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That automobile like alot of alternative new ones has a secure practices cutoff on the electric powered device. each and every time all potential is lost, (like once you adjust the battery), it journeys the device. look lower than you hood for the important potential buss field. that is a black plastic field about 3 inches sq. by employing 10 inches lengthy. Open the field, and the code must be on a white sticky label contained in the field lid. Key in this code employing the keypad on the radio. The broking service ought to ought to reprogram your keyless get acceptable of entry to pod for you.
2016-11-06 02:31:28 · answer #5 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You would need tools for pulling the seals and putting new ones back in. If you feel comfortable doing that, you may try it, but I would suggest that you buy the parts and seek out professional help putting them in.
2006-07-09 07:12:29 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hope you've got a decent set of tools.
2006-07-09 07:16:47 · answer #7 · answered by cranksinatra 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
David is correct that's a big job
2006-07-09 07:16:05 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋