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When to replace front wheel bearings on Dodge Ram?

When to replace front wheel bearings on Dodge Ram?

Bearings are crucial in delivering good handling and safe driving. Learn how to replace them here. This article applies to the Dodge Ram ( 1994-2001). The wheel bearings are designed to withstand lots of heat and friction, as your wheel and tire spin freely thanks to the freedom the bearings give them.

How do you replace the front wheel hub on a Dodge Ram?

Secure the truck with jack stands on level ground. In order to gain access to the rotor and eventually the hub and bearing assembly, you must first remove the brake caliper. First, locate the main caliper bolts located on the back of it, then use your 7mm hex socket and ratchet wrench to remove them.

How are wheel bearings removed from a vehicle?

On vehicles with unitized wheel bearing/hub assemblies, the brake rotor and caliper are removed. The large axle nut is removed, the axle is pushed back through the center of the unitized hub assembly, and three (or more) bolts holding the hub assembly to the steering knuckle are removed. The hub assembly is then removed from the knuckle.

How do you change wheel bearings on a Toyota Tundra?

On vehicles where the wheel bearing is pressed into a cavity within the steering knuckle, the steering knuckle must be removed from the vehicle in order to press out the old bearing and press in the new bearing. On some vehicles, the wheel bearing is pressed onto an axle shaft and thus the axle must be extracted from the axle carrier.

How much is a front wheel bearing for a Dodge Ram 1500?

Advance Auto Parts has 43 different Front Wheel Bearing for your vehicle, ready for shipping or in-store pick up. The best part is, our Dodge Ram 1500 Front Wheel Bearing products start from as little as $5.09. When it comes to your Dodge Ram 1500, you want parts and products from only trusted brands.

How much is a front wheel bearing from Advance Auto Parts?

Advance Auto Parts has 56 different Front Wheel Bearing for your vehicle, ready for shipping or in-store pick up. The best part is, our Dodge Ram 1500 Front Wheel Bearing products start from as little as $6.99. When it comes to your Dodge Ram 1500, you want parts and products from only trusted brands.

What kind of hub assembly do I need for Dodge Ram 1500?

Use the fitment form at the top of the page to select your exact year and engine type for your Dodge Ram 1500. MOOG® hub assemblies are performance proven, quality tested and are available for a broad range of foreign and domestic vehicles.

Why are wheel studs important in a Dodge Ram?

Wheel Stud Bolts: Wheel studs feature a protective coating that helps prevent rust and corrosion, allowing easier removal and proper torqueing of the wheel nut. Engineered to overcome problems and deliver smooth, reliable performance.

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