Steering/Suspension - Wheel Hub/Bearing Inspection COLL.

NUMBER: 31-001-12

GROUP: Collision Bulletin

DATE: January 11, 2012

SUBJECT:
Wheel Bearing and Hub Replacement/inspection Guidelines During Collision Repairs

OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves wheel bearing and hub replacement/inspection during collision repairs.

DISCUSSION:
During a collision repair where suspension damage has occurred from direct impact to a wheel, the wheel bearing and hub will be addressed as follows:

^ If there is damage to the steering knuckle or control arm(s) and ball joints, the bearing and hub are to be replaced.

^ If there is damage to suspension or steering components, wheel(s), or the cradle, other than the steering knuckle or control arm(s) and ball joints mentioned above, the wheel bearing and hub should be inspected and replaced if any concern exists.

POLICY:
Information Only.

Disclaimer:
This bulletin is supplied as technical information only and is not an authorization for repair.