Wheel Hubs & bearings for Dodge Intrepid

Dodge Intrepid Wheel Hub Bearings

If you own a Dodge Intrepid, you know how important it is to care for and maintain your vehicle. One of the parts that is often overlooked is the wheel hub. This part is vital to the proper function of your braking, suspension, and steering systems.

The lifespan of the Dodge Intrepid wheel hub bearings can vary based on your driving habits, the quality of the parts, and the age of your Dodge Intrepid. In general, a hub assembly should last between 85,000 and 100,000 miles, but some have been known to give 150,000 miles before failing.

The wheel hub bearing on your Dodge Intrepid is a low-maintenance part. You will need to check it about every 25,000 to 30,000 miles. This includes applying grease to reduce friction. The grease you use should be formulated for high temperatures. You should also be sure you are only applying a small amount at a time.

The wheel hubs on your Dodge Intrepid can fail for many different reasons. Here are the most common ones:

• Age: Some assemblies simply fail after a certain age or a certain amount of miles.
• Normal wear and tear: No matter how cautious you are or how well you maintain this part, it is subject to normal wear and tear.
• Broken seals: If the seals on the wheel hub bearings breakdown, that will allow dirt, moisture, and other debris into the wheel hub, causing it to fail.
• ABS sensor failure: If this fails, you will likely need to replace your entire hub assembly. This is because the ABS sensor is housed within the assembly.

Just like other automotive problems, you usually have some symptoms that the wheel hub in your Dodge vehicle is failing. These signs include:

• Vibration: It may feel like you are continually driving on a rumble strip on the road. The vibrations will get more intense at faster speeds or when you turn toward the failing side.
• Noise: You may notice a grinding noise near the wheels that also gets worse with speed and turning.
• Pulling: Your vehicle may pull to one side or another while you are driving.
• Uneven tread: Due to the pulling, you may see uneven tread wear on your tires.
• Poor steering control: Your steering wheel may feel loose or like it is not as precise as usual.