Wheel Hubs & bearings for Subaru Outback

Wheel Hubs and Bearings for Subaru Outback

Subarus Outback all-wheel drive sport wagon was launched in the United States in 1995, offering sports utility such as moderate off-road and all-weather abilities. The Subaru all-wheel drive system assists driving performance in winter or other severe weather conditions. Outback owners seeking replacement wheel hubs and bearings should look for aftermarket, OEM, reconditioned, or genuine Subaru parts matching your vehicles model year, suspension and braking system, and trim package.

Depending on the year, trim, and Subaru Outback wheel size, hubs and bearings may fit different years of Subaru Outback, as well as Legacy and Impreza. The Subaru Outback has been marketed as Subaru Legacy and is related to the Subaru AWD Forester. Manufacturer listings should identify Subaru Outback wheels and hubs as correct replacement parts for specific vehicle years and should note whether or not they are suitable replacements for vehicles with ABS brake systems.

No matter what the cause of hub or bearing failure, all-wheel drive owners should replace two hub and bearing assemblies at a time when service and repair becomes necessary. Replacement of either front or rear right and left hubs and bearings is advised due to patterns of wear. Although single hub and bearing units are available, vehicle performance will be more stable if both right and left front or rear pairs of hubs and bearings are replaced simultaneously.

Subaru Outback owners with AWD seeking new parts, repair, or service for axle bearings and hub assemblies may find some OEM or aftermarket parts which are ABS capable but which do not include complete ABS braking system and sensors. Vehicles with ABS braking systems require additional parts, including sensors and connectors that enable proper operation of the anti-lock braking system (ABS).

Depending on the Subaru model year and suspension specifications, you may purchase front stabilizer bar links, rear spindle knuckle assemblies, front sway bar end links, and ball joint kits. Parts that are necessary for the operation of axle hub assemblies and bearings will vary depending on model year and AWD design.

Subarus all-wheel drive designs vary depending upon model year and edition. Some model years prior to 2005 use a captured wheel bearing, which could be bolted into and replaced separately from the complete bearing and hub assembly. Some Subaru Outback models require tools called "hub tamers" to replace the hub assembly due to the size and mechanical configuration of the captured bearing. Owners should identify parts according to model year, trim level, and rim size of your Subaru Outback when considering which type of hub and bearing is necessary for repair and service.