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Catching a wheel bearing problem early will help ease the financial damage to your pocketbook — and prevent any actual damage, too. At the first sign of odd wheel noises, pulling, looseness or vibration, take your car to your mechanic.

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The repair process involves removing the wheel and tire, as well as the brake rotor or drum. The wheel bearing can then be repaired or replaced, depending on the type and the amount of damage done. The hub or suspension may also need to be removed, depending on the vehicle’s suspension design. The wheels may also need to be aligned after replacing the wheel bearings.

Regardless of your car's age, it has front wheel bearings, which help with steering, and rear wheel bearings, which don't. Each wheel on your vehicle has its own wheel bearing, and problems could start with any one of them. If you notice any of the following symptoms of a wheel bearing problem, get it to your mechanic immediately.