Repair procedures: Inspection

Wheel Bearing Check 

1. Raise the vehicle until the front tires are off the floor.
   • Make sure the wheels are in a straight forward position.
     NOTE: Make sure the wheel rotates freely and that the brake pads are retraced sufficiently to allow free movement of the tire and wheel assembly.
     Spin the tire by hand to check the wheel bearings for roughness.
     Fig 1: Checking Wheel Bearings For Roughness

     Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
2. Grip each front tire at the top and bottom and move the wheel inward and outward while lifting the weight of the tire off the front wheel bearings.
   Fig 2: Moving Wheel Inward And Outward

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3. If the tire and wheel (hub) is loose on the spindle, does not rotate freely, or has a rough feeling when spun, carry out one of the following.

   On vehicles with inner and outer bearings, inspect the bearings and races for wear or damage. Adjust or install new bearing and races as necessary.

4. Check the hub for cracks and the splines for wear.
5. Check the brake disc for scoring and damage.
6. Check the knuckle for cracks.
7. Check the bearing for cracks or damage.