Wheel Bearing: Testing and Inspection

End Play Inspection
1. Raise the vehicle, and make sure it is securely supported.
2. Remove the wheels, then reinstall the wheel nuts.
3. Attach the dial gauge. On the front, place the dial gauge against the hub flange. On the rear, place the dial gauge against the center of the hub cap.
Front/Rear:
Standard: 0 - 0.05 mm (0 - 0.002 inch)





Front





Rear

4. Measure the bearing end play moving the disc inward or outward.
5. If the bearing end play measurement is more than the standard, replace the wheel bearing.