Wheel Hubs and Bearings for Lexus LS430
The Lexus LS 430 wheel hubs and wheel bearings are important parts of the cars structure. They are located in the center of the wheels and are vital to achieving a smooth and quiet ride. Properly attached wheel bearings or wheel hubs are essential for the stability of your Lexus and help to prevent tire damage or an accident.
What are the components of the Lexus LS 430 wheel hub assembly?The components of the wheel hub assembly work together with the suspension system to create a smooth ride on the Lexus LS430.
- Wheel bearings: The bearings minimize the wheels friction on the car and allows them to rotate cleanly and smoothly.
- Wheel hubs: The hubs ensure that the Lexus wheels stay attached to the car. The hubs have studs that jut out that are bolted to the rotors on the car.
- ABS sensors: These sensors communicate tire speed with the Lexus ABS computer.
The Lexus LS 430s braking, suspension and steering systems depend on the wheel-end system, which includes the wheel hubs and bearings, to control the cars wheels. Both the hubs and bearings are subject to wear and tear and must be regularly lubricated. The following symptoms may indicate additional examination of the parts is necessary.
- Unusual sounds such as knocking, humming or popping while the vehicle is in motion
- Grinding when the vehicle is in motion
- Wheel vibration or wheel wobble
The following steps are provided for general information on replacing the front wheel hubs and wheel bearings on the Lexus LS 430.
- Park the vehicle on a paved, flat surface and turn it off.
- Utilize a hand or hydraulic jack to raise the front end of the car. Loosen all of the lug nuts on the drivers side of the Lexus. Remove the lug nuts and wheel.
- Remove the caliper bolts that are behind the caliper and remove the caliper.
- Remove the brake rotor and disconnect the wire assembly that is attached to the wheel hub.
- Remove the bolts that attach the wheel bearing assembly, including the hub, and remove the assembly. Once everything has been removed, the area should be thoroughly cleaned.
- Attach the new wheel hub and wheel bearing and reattach the other parts.
- Move to the other side of the Lexus and follow the same instructions.