WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.govGood Maintenance Practices:
- Periodically use a jack to raise up your vehicle and shake the wheels to see if any of them have excessive play or movement, as this could indicate that your wheel hub bearing needs to be replaced.
- Periodically check the torque of the lug nuts.
- Have a wheel alignment performed on your vehicle if you notice uneven tire wear, the steering wheel is off center, or you feel your vehicle pulling to one side.
- If you are unsure about whether or not there is a problem with your vehicle's wheels, it is best to have them inspected by a certified technician.
Troubleshooting Tips:
- Hearing a clicking or popping noise while making turns may indicate possible damage to the outer CV-joint on your vehicle or that your wheel hub bearings need to be replaced.
- Hearing a grinding noise while driving may indicate possible damage to your vehicle's steering system.
- Hearing a knocking noise while driving may indicate possible give in the CV-joints or U-joints on your vehicle.
- Wheel vibration while driving may indicate possible damage to a wheel or suspension component.
- Vibration in the steering wheel or seats could mean a wheel is bent or out of balance.
- If the Anti-Lock Brake System light illuminates inside your vehicle, it may indicate possible damage to a wheel hub bearing on your vehicle.