How do I know if my rear end bearings are bad?

The most common and often most-identifiable symptom associated with a bad wheel bearing is noise coming from the wheel or tire area of the moving vehicle. You may mistake this as engine noise, but when you listen closely you are likely to hear grinding or grating that gets louder as the vehicle accelerates.

How much does a wheel bearing cost for a 2007 Chevy Impala?

What’s the cost for wheel bearing replacement on my Chevrolet. For a national average across all vehicles, the average cost to replace the wheel bearings (for 1 wheel) is about $350.

How much is a wheel bearing replacement?

On average, a wheel bearing alone will cost you between $60 – $150, and an entire bearing and hub assembly replacement is around $200 – $400 for each wheel depending on your vehicle type.

How can I tell if my Chevy Impala has a bad bearing?

Test Drive – The best way to diagnose bearing noise in your Impala is to take it for a drive. You’ll be looking to hear the hum increase as the speed picks up. Jack and Wiggle – With your Impala on jack stands, you’ll want to look and see if the wheel is wiggling at the bearing. If it is, that’s proof positive that you need a new wheel bearing.

What does it mean when your wheel is wiggling on a Chevy Impala?

Jack and Wiggle – With your Impala on jack stands, you’ll want to look and see if the wheel is wiggling at the bearing. If it is, that’s proof positive that you need a new wheel bearing. If it does not wiggle, that does not automatically mean the wheel bearing is good.

What kind of noise does a bad wheel bearing make?

Impala Bad Wheel Bearing Symptoms Noises – The most consistent sound that a bad wheel bearing is going to make is a low pitched grinding sound. This noise should be coming from the wheel or tire area. Extra Play – Does your Impala’s steering feel as it should?