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Old 07-21-2009, 07:35 PM #1  
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Exclamation A common problem - Bad front wheel bearing on 996 4WD

We've seen quite a few of these now. It seems the 4WD 996 cars are prone to front wheel bearings wearing out. If you're taking your suspension apart and have a chance to try this, spin the hubs once the CV shafts are disconnected.

If it spins too easily, and especially if it makes noise, it's a good idea to replace it because the bearing is worn.

Here's an example of how it should not look/sound on a 996TT or C4/S. This car had about 30,000 miles. We've seen them on cars as few as 20,000, but it really depends on how and where it was driven.
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Old 07-21-2009, 08:00 PM #2  
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That's why when I did my Turbo brake upgrade on my C2 I did all new bearings.. yikes.

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That's why when I did my Turbo brake upgrade on my C2 I did all new bearings.. yikes.

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I believe this only pertains to the all wheel drive 996s. So your C2 is exempt from this problem.
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