Parts for your 1996 Daihatsu Gran move-Wheel bearings

1996 Daihatsu Gran Move wheel bearings

Wheel bearings are absolutely fitted to the 1996 Daihatsu Gran Move. Technical sources including the Daihatsu Gran Move/Pyzar (G3) Workshop Manual – Chassis (Front Axle/Hub and Rear Axle/Hub sections) and the Daihatsu Electronic Parts Catalogue confirm the model uses wheel bearings at all four corners. The front end uses a pressed-in, double-row ball bearing cartridge in the steering knuckle, while the rear (drum brake) hub uses serviceable tapered roller bearings with an inner and outer cone, grease seal and lock nut. ABS-equipped variants integrate a tone ring at the hub.

On the Gran Move, wheel bearings let the wheels spin smoothly with minimal friction while carrying the car’s weight and coping with cornering loads. When they wear, you’ll usually hear a low, road-speed hum or growl that changes when weaving gently left and right. Left unchecked, play develops, which can affect braking, tyre wear and steering feel.

For the front, replacement is the go-to because the bearing is a sealed cartridge. It’s a press job: the hub is removed, the old bearing is pressed out of the knuckle, and a new bearing is pressed in square using the correct drifts or adapters. A new snap ring and a new staked hub nut should be fitted, and care is needed not to nick the ABS sensor or tone ring. After reassembly, torque the hub nut to the workshop spec and stake it as specified in the manual.

At the rear, the tapered roller bearings can be inspected, cleaned and repacked with high-temperature wheel bearing grease. Replace the grease seal whenever the hub is removed. Preload is set via the lock nut, it should be adjusted to the service manual procedure to avoid overheating (too tight) or play (too loose). If there’s pitting, blueing, roughness or excessive play, replace the bearing cones and cups as a set.

• Check for noise and free play at every service or at least every 10,000–15,000 km.
• Rotate the wheel by hand, any roughness, notchiness or rumble points to bearing issues.
• After any bearing work, road test and recheck for heat at the hub and proper wheel nut torque.

Following the factory procedures from the Daihatsu workshop manual will help ensure long life and quiet, smooth running.

How can someone tell if a Gran Move wheel bearing is failing?

Listen for a droning or growling that rises with road speed and often changes when gently loading one side of the car while cruising. Jack up each corner, grasp the tyre at 12 and 6 o’clock and check for play. Any rough rotation, metallic dust around the hub or heat after a short drive are also red flags.

Are the front and rear bearings serviceable on a 1996 Gran Move?

The front bearings are sealed, double-row cartridges and must be pressed in and out—there’s no repacking. The rear bearings (with drum brakes) are tapered rollers and can be cleaned, inspected and repacked with new grease and a fresh seal, with the lock nut set to the specified preload.

What parts are typically needed for a bearing job on this model?

Front: new bearing cartridge, snap ring, and a new staked hub nut, consider a new ABS ring if damaged. Rear: inner and outer bearing sets, new grease seal, fresh high-temp wheel bearing grease and, if required, a new lock nut or split pin. Always follow the Daihatsu torque and adjustment procedures from the workshop manual.