The wheel bearings in your Hyundai are an important part of the overall wheel hub assembly. They are what allows your tires to spin, while also supporting the weight of your vehicle. However, they do need to be replaced every 120,000 to 150,000 kilometres. This means that it typically will be a while before your wheel bearings need to be replaced, but considering how important they are, getting them replaced is something you need to do the moment you notice certain signs that indicate it’s time to replace them. That’s where our trained technicians in our Service Centre at Calgary Hyundai come in. We’ll take a look at your entire wheel hub assembly, including the bearings, to get your Hyundai back to peak condition during our Hyundai Wheel Bearing Replacement service appointments.
Learn more about this service by reading on, and if your Hyundai needs other services, such as Coolant Flushes, Engine Air Filter Replacements, and Transmission System Services, drop by and see us at our Service Centre.
Are There Different Types of Wheel Bearings?
Signs Your Wheel Bearings Need Replacing
If you notice the following signs, make sure you schedule yourself in to get your wheel bearings replaced immediately, as driving on wheel bearings that need replacing can further damage your wheel hub system and cause serious issues:
Strange Noises
Bad wheel bearings will make noise when something is off. This can include humming, grinding, clicking, or even whirring, depending on how the wheel bearing is failing.
Uneven Tire Wear
Worn wheel bearings will loosen up in their housings, which causes them to be less effective at moving the tire. This causes the wear on your tires to be uneven.
Steering Feels Loose
While the steering wheel itself won’t be loose, it might feel that way when your wheel bearings need replacing. Worn wheel bearings will be loose in their housing, which means they won’t react like they normally do to how you move the steering wheel.
Locked Wheels
Most wheel bearings are sealed because if dirt and debris gets in the lubrication is lessened and friction happens. This friction can get too hot if there’s too much debris, which will cause the wheel to lock up or grind. If you feel vibrations when driving this can be a sign that this situation is behind it, and so you want to get your wheel bearings replaced before they reach the locking stage.
Get Your Wheel Bearings Replaced at Calgary Hyundai in Calgary, AB
Your wheel bearings are necessary to keep your Hyundai running smoothly, so if you notice any of the signs above, drive yourself over to our Service Department at Calgary Hyundai so our trained technicians can replace your wheel bearings for you. You can contact us for more information about this service as well, or simply schedule yourself in for a service appointment to get to the bottom of things.