Should the hub and bearing be pressed from the steering knuckle by a professional mechanic on Saturn LS?

Because it needs an experienced mechanic to do it, the job needs special tools and skills to remove the hub from the steering knuckle. The assembly can however be dismantled removing the steering knuckle and hub which can then be taken to a motorcar machine shop or other repair facility which has proper tools. There is a process for taking out a steering knuckle and hub.

How to replace the rear hub assembly on Saturn LS?

Loosen the rear wheel lug nuts. Chock the front wheels to keep the vehicle from rolling, then raise the rear of the vehicle and support it securely on jackstands. Remove the rear wheels. Remove the brake shoe or disc brake assembly. If equipped, also remove the ABS wheel speed sensor. Remove the hub nuts and detach the hub from the knuckle. Check the hub bearing for wear or damage. Spin it with your fingers and check for rough, loose or noisy rotation. The bearing can't be replaced separately, so if the bearing is bad or any other problems are found, replace the hub as an assembly. Installation is the reverse of removal. Tighten the hub nuts to the specific torque. Install the wheel and lug nuts, lower the vehicle and tighten the lug nuts to the specific torque.

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Saturn LS Front Hub Assembly
Part Number: 90496444
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- Other Name: Hub,Front Wheel ; Hub Kit, Front Wheel; Front Hub, Hub Assembly
- Position: Front
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2000 Saturn LS | LS, LS1, LS2, LW1, LW2 | 4 Cyl 2.2L, 6 Cyl 3.0L
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Saturn LS Rear Wheel Bearing
Part Number: 7470617
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Bearing Asm Rear Wheel Hub ; Hub, Rear Wheel; Hub & Bearing Assembly, Hub Assembly
- Position: Rear
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2000 Saturn LS | LS, LS1, LS2, LW1, LW2 | 4 Cyl 2.2L, 6 Cyl 3.0L
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Saturn LS Rear Wheel Bearing
Part Number: 7470619
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Bearing Asm Rear Wheel Hub ; Hub, Rear Wheel; Hub & Bearing Assembly, Hub Assembly
- Position: Rear
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2000 Saturn LS | LS, LS1, LS2, LW1, LW2 | 4 Cyl 2.2L, 6 Cyl 3.0L

Saturn LS Wheel Hub

The Wheel Hub in Saturn LS vehicles is an important part of the vehicle that connects the wheels to the vehicle and helps in smooth rotation of the wheels while containing bearing and sensors. The first one includes a robust structure that provides for the secure mounting of the wheels and the possibility to ensure stability and reliability. Depending on the model, the hub and bearing configuration for Saturn LS models can be of the unit or the integral type, the latter often incorporating an ABS sensor. These assemblies can be replaced as a single unit and there may be special instructions for the removal of the steering knuckle in front-wheel drive vehicles. Also, non-driven axle hubs that incorporate replaceable tapered roller bearings are also featured, this for the purpose of servicing and checking the bearings. Wheel Hub is very sensitive, especially the bearings which, if faulty, can produce noise or vibration and may cause the wheel to come off the vehicle, meaning that regular checks and replacement should be performed timely in order to enhance vehicle safety and efficiency.

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Saturn LS Wheel Hub Parts Questions & Experts Answers

Rear Wheel Bearing
7470617
Q: Should the hub and bearing be pressed from the steering knuckle by a professional mechanic on Saturn LS?
A: Because it needs an experienced mechanic to do it, the job needs special tools and skills to remove the hub from the Steering Knuckle. The assembly can however be dismantled removing the steering knuckle and hub which can then be taken to a motorcar machine shop or other repair facility which has proper tools. There is a process for taking out a steering knuckle and hub.
Rear Wheel Bearing
7470619
Q: How to replace the rear hub assembly on Saturn LS?
A: Loosen the rear wheel lug nuts. Chock the front wheels to keep the vehicle from rolling, then raise the rear of the vehicle and support it securely on jackstands. Remove the rear wheels. Remove the brake shoe or disc brake assembly. If equipped, also remove the ABS wheel speed sensor. Remove the hub nuts and detach the hub from the knuckle. Check the hub bearing for wear or damage. Spin it with your fingers and check for rough, loose or noisy rotation. The bearing can't be replaced separately, so if the bearing is bad or any other problems are found, replace the hub as an assembly. Installation is the reverse of removal. Tighten the hub nuts to the specific torque. Install the wheel and lug nuts, lower the vehicle and tighten the lug nuts to the specific torque.