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Right rear wheel bearing do make a noise?

Tiny
JOE1953
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  • 2006 SATURN ION
  • 2.2L
  • 4 CYL
  • FWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 159,000 MILES
I am about to take a trip down to Greensboro florida about 257 miles from me I want to know do you think the car will take me there and back with out any trouble. The right rear wheel bearing do make a noise it get a little louder when somebody is sitting on the back seat the wheel is turning freely.
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Wednesday, January 28th, 2015 AT 10:46 AM

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Tiny
SATURNTECH9
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I would replace the bearing before going when the bearing start to go bad they can suddenly get alot worse.I wouldn't risk it.
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Wednesday, January 28th, 2015 AT 1:32 PM
Tiny
KEN L
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I agree with SATURNTECH9, do not risk it. Here is how to replace the rear bearing hub which is easy on this car, lucky you :) Check out the images (below). Let us know if you need anything else.
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