2001 BMW X5 rear wheel bearing

MFG62

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2001 BMW X5
6 CYL
AWD
AUTOMATIC
121,000 MILES

I have repeatedly tried to get the dealership to repair a very loud noise coming from the back left wheel.
The car is now vibrating so loudly that it drowns out the radio.
I think it is the whell bearing. If so, is that something that I could replace myself?
Thank You
MFG62

1 Reply

DOCHAGERTY

MECHANIC
9,601 POSTS

I would say that if the dealer that can't diagnose a wheel bearing issue can't be trusted to do most anything else. The answer I would give to your question is yes you could change it yourself, it does require some special tools however. Have you access to an independent BMW shop in your neighborhood. Have you called around to other shops yet? Are you sure it's a wheel bearing? I know this seems like a dumb question, sorry, but it is difficult to diagnose noises from cyberspace. Let us know how it goes and keep in touch.