Thursday, April 14, 2016

Rear Wheel Bearing Replacement on a FWD P1 Volvo

Diagnosing a worn rear bearing can often be difficult, especially with how many other components on a car may be making a clunking or humming noise.  Through process of elimination, I discovered that the rear bearing was the source of noise on my car, as seen in this video:


While bearings can be replaced and rebuilt, it is generally easier for the DIY mechanic to replace the entire hub assembly.  Especially on a FWD car, the rear hub is only held on by a few bolts.  For detailed instructions, please read my recent articles on FCPEuro about How to Replace Rear Hub/Wheel Bearings on a FWD P1 Volvo.

You can also watch my how-to video here:

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