Wheel Bearing Replacement in Kemah

Wheel bearing replacement starts with finding which bearing is actually worn. Each wheel turns on a bearing. On many newer cars the bearing is built into a hub assembly that bolts on as one piece. When a bearing wears, it usually starts with a hum or growl that gets louder as you go faster.

Signs of a worn wheel bearing

• A humming, growling or grinding noise that rises with speed.
• A noise that changes when you turn one way or the other.
• Play or looseness in a wheel.
• An ABS light, on cars where the wheel speed sensor is part of the hub.

How we handle it

We check the wheels for noise and play to find which bearing is worn, and look at the tires too, since uneven tire wear can sound a lot like a bearing. You get photos and a clear estimate, and nothing is done until you approve it.

A League City owner came in recently with a humming noise. We replaced the front wheel bearings and the rear wheel hub and bearing assemblies on both sides, along with new struts and a four-wheel alignment.

Our ASE-certified technicians work on all makes and models, gas and diesel, and most repairs carry up to a 36 month, 36,000 mile nationwide warranty through TechNet.