Wheel Bearings 101

Front

What is not a fact when it comes to sealed bearings? Options: Manufactured with proper clearance, Filled with specific lubricant, Not designed to last the life of the vehicle, None of the above, All of the above

Back

Not designed to last the life of the vehicle

Front

Who is correct regarding load capacity: Tech A states roller bearings can carry heavier loads than ball bearings, while Tech B states ball bearings can carry heavier loads than roller bearings?

Back

Tech A

Front

What are the major components of a typical roller bearing? Options: Inner race, outer race, cage and rollers; Inner race, outer race, cage and ball bearings; Inner race, outer race, cage and needle bearings; None of the above; All of the above

Back

Inner race, outer race, cage and rollers

Front

Which type of bearing is NOT a common type of wheel bearing? Options: Cylindrical roller bearing, Tapered roller bearing, Ball Bearing, Double row needle bearing, Double row ball bearing

Back

Double row needle bearing

Front

What is NOT a fact about races? Options: Matches the contour of rollers or balls, Often has an interference fit, Pressed into place with high force, Should not rotate

Back

Each fits firmly outside a housing

Front

Wheel bearing retaining bolts torque spec typically exceeds what?

Back

200 foot pounds

Front

Wheel bearing maintenance is usually completed around what mileage? Options: 4,000 to 10,000 miles, 14,000 to 20,000 miles, 24,000 to 30,000 miles, 34,000 to 40,000 miles, 44,000 to 50,000 miles

Back

24,000 to 30,000 miles

Front

What is the name for this?

Back

Ball bearing

Front

What is the name for this?

Back

Cylindrical roller bearing

Front

What is the name for this?

Back

Double row ball bearing