Wheel Hubs & bearings for Volkswagen Jetta

Wheel Hubs and Bearings for Volkswagen Jetta

Since 1979, the Volkswagen Jetta has been sold worldwide as a compact sedan and family car, with seven generations and a variety of trims and variants, including two and four-door versions, the SportWagen, and Golf GLI. The Volkswagen Jetta has used both front- and four-wheel drive and rim sizes, and lug patterns and bearing assemblies vary depending on model year and vehicle edition. Finding the right components and bearings depends upon Jetta year, edition, hub specs, and thread size.

Are bearing kits for Volkswagen Jetta still made?

Bearing kits that fit various specifications, models, and years of VW vehicles can be found for the Volkswagen Jetta. Hub assemblies and bearing kits are usually found in pairs for either the front or rear. Kits will include bearing assemblies and connectors. Kits that accommodate Volkswagen Jettas with ABS systems are also available.

  • Bearing kits for 1999-2005 VW Jettas include assemblies and housings.
  • Rear bearing assemblies include seals and bolts.
  • Axle bearing assembly kits fit on drive axles.
Can Volkswagen Jetta bearing parts be repaired?

Older Volkswagen cars have axle and bearing assemblies that may be removed, disassembled, checked for damage, then repacked, and resealed. Repair kits will include bearings, assemblies, races, and seals. Lubricant, which is high-temperature grease, may need to be purchased separately, as well as seals. Volkswagen cars made after 1990 have complete, factory-sealed bearing assemblies that are replaced in a single unit.

Should Jetta wheel bearings be replaced one at a time?

Unlike seals and brake pads that are designed to wear down with regular use and be replaced on a service schedule, bearings are designed to last at least 75,000 to 100,000 miles, and sometimes longer. If one set of bearings goes bad, which will show in the form of noise and steering "play," it may be replaced as a single unit, but chances are the other set of bearings on the same axle will also go bad. It is recommended that you replace your VWs wheel and bearing assemblies in pairs. This will also improve the cars tire wear and drivability

Do ABS systems affect wheel bearing replacement on the Jetta?

Volkswagen Jettas with ABS braking systems require ABS sensors and a connection to the ABS system from the wheel assemblies. Some Jettas with ABS systems may require pickup rings, which are a mechanical part that senses wheel speed and transmits the information to the ABS brake controller. Jettas with magnetic ABS encoders have this part built into the sealed bearing. The magnetic encoder should be installed facing inward to ensure proper ABS system functioning. Jettas with ABS cannot use non-ABS bearing components.

What parts are sold along with Jetta wheel assemblies?

Jetta wheel assemblies, including bearings, are attached to axles and suspension components for steering. Additional parts that Jetta assemblies may connect to include, front-steering knuckle spindles and rear-suspension knuckle spindles. Seals, grease, races, and bearings may also be found separately.

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