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What is a wheel bearing Is it dangerous when it goes out Is it expensive to repair?
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∙ 7y ago
A wheel bearing is a thing that sits between a stationary part of a car (like an axle) and a rotating part of a car(like a wheel), allowing these to move easily WRT each other.
It CAN be dangerous when they go out, as that can cause the wheel to lock up, or even to come off.
Either of which are likely to end with the driver losing control of the vehicle.
Cost to repair depends. Some cars allow only the bearing to be replaced, which tend to be quite inexpensive. Others have the bearing as a permanent part of the hub, and then the whole hub has to be replaced, which costs more.
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How dangerous is it to drive a 2000 Chevrolet Blazer with a bad front wheel bearing?
Eventually the beraring can seize and lock the wheel. Also driving it will cause more damage and cost more to repair
How do you find out which wheel bearing is bad on a 2001 Pontiac grand am gt?
how do you find out if wheel bearing is bad on a 2001 grand am gt
How do you repair a 99 Silverado front wheel bearing that is bad?
The front wheel bearing assembly is not repairable. A new wheel bearing assembly is replaced as a complete unit. Your local auto parts store can supply you with a new bearing assembly.
Are wheel bearing expensive to replace rear wheel bearings on 2007 Dodge Charger?
yes, the rear is more expensive than the fronts.
Is it dangerous to drive a car while wheel bearing needs fixing?
Yes. A damage wheel bearing can seize up suddenly, which'd be really bad.
How dangerous is it to drive with a worn wheel bearing?
Deadly, get it carefully to where you can work on it and replace it.
Why does your wheel wobble on your Isuzu trooper?
Loose wheel, bent wheel, Belt broke in tire,BAD wheel bearing. Check and repair as needed.
Wheel bearing replacement?
Yes, you or a repair shop can replace wheel bearings in most cases. The cost and difficulty vary greatly depending upon the vehicle. If you're planning to do it yourself, you MUST get accurate information (preferably from a service manual) on how to do it. Also, specialized equipment (pullers, presses, torque wrenches) may be required to remove and replace the bearings. If you don't do it right, the bearing is likely to fail quickly, which could be dangerous, expensive or both.
Can you drive with a bad wheel bearing?
very dangerous thing to do the bearing could desintegrate in an instant and your wheel could come off causing loss of control and possibly an accident dont do it
Is it safe to drive with a bad wheel bearing?
Not knowing how bad the bearing is, I can't say how long it will last before the wheel falls off. Drive to your local garage for repair and don't take the highway.
What is the risk of driving a car with a bad wheel bearing?
The wheel bearing can overheat and fall apart causing the wheel to come off of the vehicle. This can happen with little to no warning. Have this repaired it is very dangerous to operate a vehicle with a bad wheel bearing.The bearing will usually make noise first then proceed to a vibration. If left long enough the bearing will either sieze or break apart, with the wheel coming off (but that last is an extreme case).I the worst case the wheel can seize up. Go get it fixed as soon as you can, if it is making a lot of noise and you have had it for a while you might even want to have the car brought in on a flatbed truck to the repair shop
Why does wheel bearing make noise?
In my experience, any noise coming from the wheel bearings is an indicator of wear - and ultimately a repair job in my future. See "Related Questions" below for questions/procedures on Windstar front wheel bearing replacement.
