Parts for your 1998 Daihatsu Gran move-Wheel hubs

1998 Daihatsu Gran Move Wheel Hubs — What They Do and How to Look After Them

Yes — wheel hubs are fitted to the 1998 Daihatsu Gran Move. This is confirmed in the Daihatsu Gran Move/Pyzar G3‑series workshop manual (front axle and brake sections), the Daihatsu Electronic Parts Catalogue for chassis codes G301/G303, and mainstream bearing catalogues from suppliers like SKF/NTN that list front hub/bearing components and rear hub/drum bearings for this model. The front end uses a hub with a pressed wheel bearing in the steering knuckle, while the rear typically combines the brake drum and hub with serviceable tapered roller bearings in many markets.

On a Gran Move, the wheel hubs sit at the centre of each wheel, letting the wheels rotate smoothly while supporting the vehicle’s weight and keeping the wheel and brake rotor/drum correctly located. Up front, the hub also splines to the driveshaft, so it has to manage engine torque as well as cornering and braking loads. Out back, the hub is part of the rear drum assembly on most versions, housing bearings and seals that need periodic attention.

As part of regular servicing, it’s smart to:

• Listen for hub/bearing noise: a humming or growling that rises with road speed and often changes when weaving gently left/right.
• Check for play: any looseness felt at the wheel (12 and 6 o’clock check) can point to bearing wear.
• Inspect seals and grease: rear drum/hub bearings are typically serviceable — clean, repack with quality high‑temp wheel bearing grease, replace the seal, and set the endplay correctly.
• Mind ABS hardware (if fitted): keep the tone ring and sensor area clean and undamaged during hub or brake work.

Front bearings on the Gran Move are generally pressed into the knuckle and run with a separate hub. They’re not really serviceable — once noisy or rough, they should be replaced using a press and the right drifts to avoid damaging the new bearing. Always use new circlips, seals and a new hub nut, and torque everything to spec from the workshop manual rather than relying on rattle guns. A wheel alignment check after front hub/bearing work is a good idea, especially if the knuckle’s been disturbed.

Rear hub/drum bearings respond well to periodic repacking, particularly if the vehicle tows or sees rough roads. Replace the grease seal every time the hub comes off, and don’t overtighten the adjusting nut — correct preload/endplay is critical for bearing life and even tyre wear.

Popular questions about 1998 Daihatsu Gran Move wheel hubs

Do the rear wheel hubs on a 1998 Gran Move need regular greasing?
Most Gran Move rear hubs use serviceable tapered roller bearings inside the brake drum. They benefit from periodic cleaning, repacking with fresh high‑temperature wheel bearing grease, and a new grease seal. This is commonly done during rear brake servicing.

What are the tell‑tale signs a hub or bearing is failing?
Look for a steady humming or growl that changes with speed, a rumble that alters when gently swerving, vague steering, or uneven tyre wear. Any play when rocking the wheel at the rim is another indicator it’s time for attention.

Do I need an alignment after front hub or bearing replacement?
If the steering knuckle was removed or loosened, it’s wise to get an alignment check. Even small shifts can influence tyre wear and straight‑line stability, so an alignment is cheap insurance after front‑end work.