How Do You Repair The Front Wheel Bearings On A 1996 GS300?
Faulty wheel bearings will cause noise and vibration in the wheel. Replacing the bearings on a 1996 Lexus GS300 requires several special tools for disassembling the suspension and hub. The front hub of the GS300 is different than most cars–the lock nut is on the inner edge of the knuckle. The tools and replacement part can be purchased or ordered from most auto-parts shops. Expect the process to take at least an hour, more if you are unfamiliar with suspension work. Raise the wheel with a jack and remove the wheel with a lug wrench. The jack point is a bit less than a foot behind the front tire and is marked by two notches in the bottom edge of the body panel. Remove the steering knuckle assembly. This will require tie-rod end remover tool no. 09610-20012. The rotor and speed sensor should be removed. Pry the grease cap off the inside of the knuckle with a flat-head screwdriver. Clamp the hub with a soft-jawed vise and loosen the staked portion of the hub nut with a hammer and chisel.
