Question 1

What is another name for a wheel hub?

Accepted Answer

Common alternative terms for a wheel hub include "hub" and, in automotive repair and parts sales, sometimes "wheel hub assembly." However, strictly speaking, a wheel hub and a wheel hub assembly are not exactly the same thing. Likewise, a wheel bearing should not be used as an exact synonym for a wheel hub.

Question 2

What does the wheel hub connect to?

Accepted Answer

The wheel hub primarily connects the wheel to the vehicle's braking, suspension, and axle-related components. The wheel and, typically, the brake rotor or drum are mounted to the hub. The hub is supported by the wheel bearing, allowing it to rotate relative to the steering knuckle, axle, or other supporting components. On driven wheels, the hub also connects to the half shaft through splines to transfer driving torque to the wheel.

Question 3

How does a wheel hub look?

Accepted Answer

A wheel hub is typically a round, disc-shaped metal component with a central section, located at the center of the wheel. It usually features a hub flange for mounting the wheel and brake rotor or drum, with wheel studs or wheel bolt holes arranged around the flange. The center may include a bearing mounting surface or bore and, on driven wheels, splines for connecting to the half shaft. Modern wheel hub assemblies are typically thicker and more complex because they may also incorporate the wheel bearing, an ABS wheel speed sensor, or a magnetic encoder.

Question 4

Is a wheel hub the same as a wheel bearing?

Accepted Answer

No. The wheel hub and wheel bearing serve different functions. The wheel hub is a structural mounting component that connects the wheel to the vehicle, while the wheel bearing supports the hub and allows the wheel to rotate smoothly. Serviceable bearings may be removed, cleaned, repacked with grease, and adjusted, while bearings integrated into a wheel hub assembly are typically replaced as part of the entire assembly.

Question 5

Is a wheel hub the same as a rim?

Accepted Answer

No. The rim is the outer part of the wheel that supports the tire, while the wheel hub is the central mounting component that connects the wheel to the vehicle. The wheel mounts to the hub, and the brake rotor or drum is also typically mounted to the hub. The rim and wheel hub are therefore different components.

Question 6

Does a wheel hub assembly include a bearing?

Accepted Answer

Yes. A wheel hub assembly typically includes a wheel bearing as part of a preassembled unit. Depending on the design, the assembly may also include the hub flange, wheel studs or wheel bolt holes, an ABS wheel speed sensor or sensor provision, and a tone ring, reluctor ring, or magnetic encoder. The bearing is typically sealed to help protect it from water, dirt, and road debris.

Make	Model	Year Range	Engine Info
MITSUBISHI	PAJERO CLASSIC	2001.07-	2.5 TD (85KW,115PS)
MITSUBISHI	L 300 III Van	1986.11-2006.02	2.5 D (51KW,69PS)
MITSUBISHI	L 300 III Bus	1986.08-2004.05	2.4 4WD (82KW,112PS)
MITSUBISHI	L 300 III Bus	1986.11-2004.05	2.0 4WD (66KW,90PS)
MITSUBISHI	L 300 III Bus	1986.11-2004.05	2.0 (66KW,90PS)
MITSUBISHI	L 300 III Bus	1990.11-2004.05	2.4 (82KW,112PS)
MITSUBISHI	L 300 III Bus	1986.11-2004.05	2.5 D (51KW,69PS)
MITSUBISHI	L 300 III Bus	1986.11-2004.05	2.0 (64KW,87PS)
MITSUBISHI	L 300 III Bus	1986.11-2004.05	1.6 (51KW,69PS)
MITSUBISHI	SANTAMO	1999.05-2004.12	2.0 16V 4WD (102KW,139PS)
MITSUBISHI	PAJERO II Canvas Top	1994.06-2000.04	3.0 V6 24V (133KW,181PS)
MITSUBISHI	PAJERO II Canvas Top	1991.04-2000.04	2.4 (82KW,112PS)
MITSUBISHI	L 300 III Platform/Chassis	1994.07-2000.04	2.0 (85KW,116PS)
MITSUBISHI	PAJERO II	1997.06-1999.10	3.0 V6 24V (130KW,177PS)
MITSUBISHI	PAJERO II	1990.12-1999.10	2.5 TD 4WD (73KW,99PS)
MITSUBISHI	PAJERO II	1994.06-1999.10	2.8 TD (92KW,125PS)
MITSUBISHI	SPACE RUNNER MPV	1991.10-1999.08	1.8 (90KW,122PS)
MITSUBISHI	SPACE RUNNER MPV	1991.10-1999.08	1.8 4WD (90KW,122PS)
MITSUBISHI	SPACE RUNNER MPV	1996.06-1999.08	1.8 (85KW,116PS)
MITSUBISHI	SPACE RUNNER MPV	1996.06-1999.08	1.8 4WD (85KW,116PS)
MITSUBISHI	SPACE WAGON	1991.10-1998.10	1.8 TD (55KW,75PS)
MITSUBISHI	SPACE WAGON	1991.10-1998.10	1.8 (90KW,122PS)
MITSUBISHI	SPACE WAGON	1991.10-1998.10	1.8 4WD (90KW,122PS)
MITSUBISHI	SPACE WAGON	1992.10-1998.10	2.0 TD (60KW,82PS)
MITSUBISHI	SPACE WAGON	1992.10-1998.10	2.0 (98KW,133PS)
MITSUBISHI	SPACE WAGON	1992.10-1998.10	2.0 4WD (98KW,133PS)
MITSUBISHI	L 300 III Bus	1994.06-1998.10	2.0 i (83KW,113PS)
MITSUBISHI	STRAKER	1996.06-2007.12	2.5 D (55KW,75PS)
MITSUBISHI	PAJERO II	1990.12-1997.12	3.0 V6 4WD (110KW,150PS)
MITSUBISHI	PAJERO II	1994.06-1997.05	3.0 V6 24V (133KW,181PS)
MITSUBISHI	PAJERO II Canvas Top	1990.12-1995.12	3.0 V6 (110KW,150PS)
MITSUBISHI	COLT IV	1993.08-1995.08	1.6 4WD (84KW,114PS)
MITSUBISHI	L200	1992.11-1996.08	2.5 TD 4WD (64KW,87PS)
MITSUBISHI	LANCER V	1992.06-1996.12	1.6 16V 4WD (83KW,113PS)
MITSUBISHI	LANCER V Station Wagon	1992.12-2003.10	1.6 16V 4WD (83KW,113PS)
MITSUBISHI	PAJERO I	1987.04-1991.12	2.5 TD (64KW,87PS)
MITSUBISHI	PAJERO I	1989.11-1990.11	2.5 TD (70KW,95PS)
MITSUBISHI	PAJERO I Canvas Top	1989.11-1990.11	2.5 TD (70KW,95PS)
MITSUBISHI	PAJERO I Canvas Top	1983.01-1990.11	2.6 (76KW,103PS)
MITSUBISHI	PAJERO I	1988.11-1990.11	3.0 V6 (104KW,141PS)
MITSUBISHI	L 300 / DELICA II Platform/Chassis	1986.11-1994.04	2.5 D (51KW,69PS)
MITSUBISHI	L 300 / DELICA II Platform/Chassis	1983.04-1994.04	1.6 (51KW,70PS)
MITSUBISHI	L200	1987.02-1994.05	2.0 4WD (63KW,86PS)
MITSUBISHI	L 300 III Van	1986.11-1994.05	1.6 (51KW,69PS)
MITSUBISHI	PAJERO I Canvas Top	1986.05-1989.10	2.5 TD (62KW,84PS)
MITSUBISHI	L 300 III Bus	1987.02-2003.05	2.5 TD (64KW,87PS)
MITSUBISHI	L 300 / DELICA II Bus	1986.11-1987.02	2.0 4WD (65KW,88PS)
MITSUBISHI	L 300 / DELICA II Bus	1984.08-1987.02	1.8 4WD (60KW,82PS)
MITSUBISHI	L 300 / DELICA II Bus	1984.11-1987.02	1.6 (51KW,70PS)
MITSUBISHI	PAJERO I Canvas Top	1982.12-1986.04	2.3 TD (62KW,84PS)
MITSUBISHI	L 300 / DELICA II Van	1983.09-1986.10	2.3 D (50KW,68PS)
MITSUBISHI	L 300 / DELICA II Bus	1983.04-1986.10	2.3 D (50KW,68PS)
MITSUBISHI	L 300 / DELICA II Van	1980.05-1986.10	1.6 (48KW,65PS)
MITSUBISHI	L 300 / DELICA II Bus	1981.09-1986.10	1.6 (48KW,65PS)
MITSUBISHI	SAPPORO II	1980.08-1984.09	2.0 GSR (82KW,112PS)
MITSUBISHI	SAPPORO II	1980.08-1984.09	1.6 GLX (55KW,75PS)
MITSUBISHI	SAPPORO II	1980.08-1983.08	2.0 GSL (75KW,102PS)
MITSUBISHI	GALANT IV	1980.09-1984.05	1.6 GLX (55KW,75PS)
MITSUBISHI	GALANT IV	1980.09-1984.05	2.0 GLS (75KW,102PS)
MITSUBISHI	GALANT IV Station Wagon	1980.09-1984.05	1.6 GLX (55KW,75PS)
MITSUBISHI	GALANT IV Station Wagon	1980.09-1983.06	2.0 GLX (75KW,102PS)
MITSUBISHI	GALANT IV Station Wagon	1983.07-1984.05	2.3 Turbo-D (62KW,84PS)
MITSUBISHI	GALANT IV	1980.09-1984.05	2.3 Turbo-D (62KW,84PS)
MITSUBISHI	LANCER II	1979.09-1983.02	1.4 GLX (50KW,68PS)
MITSUBISHI	GALANT III Station Wagon	1979.01-1980.08	1.6 GL (55KW,75PS)
MITSUBISHI	SAPPORO I	1979.01-1980.07	2.0 (79KW,107PS)
MITSUBISHI	SAPPORO I	1978.04-1980.07	1.6 SL, GL (55KW,75PS)

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