Wheel Hubs and Bearings for Buick LeSabre
Buick is known to have created some of the most luxurious and comfortable vehicles on the road. A key component to the wheels of any car is the wheel hub bearings, and much like any part, the bearings in your Buick LeSabre may wear down and need to be replaced. With a large selection of wheel hubs and bearings for Buick LeSabre, you can find the replacement parts you need to keep your Buick riding smoothly.
How can you tell when to replace the bearings?As you build up mileage on your Buick LeSabre, the bearings in your wheels will wear down and could potentially become a safety hazard. Knowing the signs of when your vehicle is trying to tell you its time for a replacement maintains your cars lifespan. When in the seats of your car, the first most common indicator is how your vehicle is handling.
If you feel that your Buick LeSabre is wobbling or vibrating, it could be a sign of a worn and damaged bearing. Another indicator could be grinding while your LeSabre is in motion. This would mean that your vehicle has damaged rollers or raceways.
Sound is the next sign of a worn Buick bearing as mileage increases in your vehicle. Again, from the seats you can listen for indications that you need to replace these parts. Sounds like snapping, clicking, and knocking in a LeSabre can point to a bad wheel hub or bearing. Humming or growling while driving in a straight line may also indicate a problem. The sound will typically get worse with slight turns.
Inspecting your Buick LeSabre for damaged parts visually can help you replace damaged bearings before they become a safety hazard. Uneven brake pads or tire wear can point to bearings that have worn down. Looking to each tire will help identify the issue and where it can be found in your LeSabre.
How do you replace bearings on a Buick LeSabre?The Buick sedan models such as the Park Avenue and LeSabre follow similar instructions regardless of the year for replacing bearings.
- Remove the hub cap of your LeSabre to gain access to the axle nut. It may be necessary to remove the tire and put a spare on to see the nut if you do not own an impact wrench. This way you can have the car on the ground for leverage when breaking the nut loose on your Buick.
- Take off the lug nuts to remove the wheel after jacking up the Buick LeSabre. Be careful to use a jack stand to support the vehicle, especially in the front with the weight of the engine.
- Remove the caliper and caliper mount by removing both bolts from each.
- Remove the brake rotor and hub mounting bolts. It may be easier with the jack supported by the frame for a better angle.
- Unhook the ABS system plug then remove the hub. Clean the area using a wire brush before installing your new Buick hub.