2008 Saturn Aura Repair Question
Topics covered: Wheel, Wheel bearing.
Mileage: 44,721 miles.
Mileage: 44,721 miles.
Asked on June 8, 2011
Bearings questions
Is there a difference between a wheel bearing and a strut bearing? If so , what is the difference?
Thank you in advance for your help.
Thank you in advance for your help.
Answer
Replied on June 8, 2011
A wheel bearing is for the wheels to rotate smoothly the strut bearing goes in at the top of the strut and allows the strut to move smoothly.The wheel bearing is a lot stronger then the strut bearing because the wheel bearing supports the weight of the car.