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Rear Wheel Bearing Noise and/or Squeak/Squeal from Rear of Vehicle (Replace Bearing and Seal)

Subject:Rear Wheel Bearing Noise and/or Squeak/Squeal from Rear of Vehicle (Replace Bearing and Seal)

Models:2004-2005 Chevrolet Aveo
2005 Pontiac Wave (Canada Only)
Built Prior to VIN Breakpoint 5B426447



Condition

Some customers may comment on a noisy rear bearing (one or both) or a squeak/squeal noise in the rear of the vehicle.

Correction

DO NOT replace the entire drum, hub, and bearing assembly.

Replace the bearing(s) and seal(s) only, or only the wheel stud, as necessary.

    • To replace bearings and/or seals, refer to Wheel Bearing/Hub Replacement - Rear (SI Document ID 1294243).
    • To replace wheel studs, first remove the hub, then remove the studs from hub. Refer to Wheel Bearing/Hub Replacement - Rear (SI Document ID 1294243).

Parts Information

Part Number

Description

94501741

Rear Wheel Stud

94535214

Rear Wheel Bearing

Warranty Information

For vehicles repaired under warranty, use:

Labor Operation

Description

Labor Time

E4260

Bearings, Rear Wheel - Right - Replace

Use Published Labor Operation Time

E4261

Bearings, Rear Wheel - Left - Replace

E4267

Bearings, Rear Wheel - Both - Replace