Hi guys,
I own a '99 Hyundai Coupe (F2 Evo if it makes any difference if it makes any difference to this question) and am getting a progressively worse 'droning' noise from the rear nearside area of the car. A local garage has confirmed (or rather spotted without prompting) this as being a failing wheel bearing.
He advised me that the bearing/hub is a single sealed unit/assembly and thus is fixable only by replacment. I was quoted £159 part(s) and £59 labour (all exc VAT). I intend on getting a second opinion but how does this sound? I was expecting the labour charge but the parts costs threw me a little - or is this a reflection of the fact that a whole hub/bearing is required?
A quick search on the web revealed an admittedly sparse service manual page on the topic of replacing the bearing/hub at
Also, what special tools (if any) would be required - I'm thinking along the lines of a bearing puller (is this required in my case?) to get the old piece off and something to 'crimp the nut' (properly!)? I must confess to not knowing *exactly* what this is referring to - I'm assuming it is a means to prevent it undoing however I'm sure inspection of what's already in place will make it obvious.
Once again, I'd be grateful for any input...
Cheers,
Mat