Sable V6-183 3.0L DOHC VIN S MFI (1997)
Wheel Bearing: Testing and Inspection
Front
Front wheel bearings that need replacing may be indicated by a noise that occurs only when turning. To diagnose the front wheel bearings:
1. Road test the vehicle on a smooth road. Make sharp turns to the right and left.
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If the vehicle makes noises on right turns, the left front wheel bearing may need to be replaced.
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If the vehicle makes noises on the left turns, the right front wheel bearing may need to be replaced.
2. Raise the front of the vehicle and check for loose front wheel bearings by rocking the tires at top and bottom.
3. Spin the tire quickly by hand and make sure the tire turns smoothly without noise from the front wheel bearings.
NOTE: Be careful not to confuse lower ball joint looseness with bearing looseness.
4. Remove the wheel and disc brake caliper.
5. Position Dial Indicator with Bracketry TOOL-4201-C or equivalent against the wheel hub, then push and pull the wheel hub. Measure the end play
of the wheel hub and front wheel bearing assembly. If the end play exceeds the specified limit, replace the front wheel bearings.
