Parts for your 2007 Ford Falcon-Wheel bearings

2007 Ford Falcon wheel bearings — what they do and when to replace them

Technical sources confirm wheel bearings are absolutely relevant and fitted to the 2007 Ford Falcon. The Ford BA/BF Falcon Workshop Manual (Ford Motor Company, 2005–2008), Gregory’s Ford Falcon BA–BF Service and Repair Manual, and bearing catalogues from major suppliers (e.g., Timken, SKF, NTN) all list hub/bearing assemblies for BF MkII front and rear. BF sedans with Control Blade IRS use sealed, unitised hub bearings front and rear, while BF utes and the BF wagon (live rear axle) use serviceable tapered roller bearings at the rear. That means every 2007 Falcon runs wheel bearings, just with different service approaches depending on body/axle type.

On a 2007 Falcon, the wheel bearings let the wheels spin smoothly with minimal friction, carry vehicle weight, and keep the hub precisely aligned so tyres wear evenly and the ABS stays happy. On sedans, they’re sealed-for-life hub units: once they wear or get noisy, they’re replaced as a complete assembly. On utes and the wagon’s live axle, the rear bearings are serviceable: clean, inspect, repack with high-temp wheel bearing grease, renew the seal, and set the correct preload/end float during reassembly.

Owners should keep an ear out for a low humming or growl that rises with road speed, a droning that changes when weaving gently at 80–100 km/h, or heat at the hub after a drive. Play at the wheel (12-and-6 o’clock wiggle), uneven tyre wear, or an ABS light can also point to bearing issues. Sealed hub bearings often run 150–250,000 km in normal use, big wheels, rough roads, towing and curb hits shorten that. It pays to check for roughness or play at each service while the wheels are off.

When it’s time to replace:

• For sealed hub units (most sedans, fronts on all variants): replace the whole hub/bearing assembly, use new fasteners/nuts where specified, and torque to the workshop manual spec (some are torque-to-yield, one-use-only).
• For live-axle rear bearings (ute/wagon): clean, inspect races and rollers, repack with quality wheel bearing grease, fit a new seal, and set preload as per the spec. If there’s pitting, bluing or roughness, replace the bearing and race as a matched set.

It’s smart to inspect both sides, but only replace what’s needed unless a pair is recommended by the supplier. A proper road test and a recheck of torque after initial kilometres (where applicable) will keep the Falcon tracking straight and quiet.

Popular questions

How do you spot a failing wheel bearing on a 2007 Falcon?
Common signs include a speed-related hum or growl, a drone that changes when gently weaving, heat at the hub, and slight play when rocking the wheel at 12-and-6. ABS faults or uneven tyre wear can show up too. If the noise persists when swapping tyres front-to-rear, think bearing.

Are BF Falcons sealed or serviceable for wheel bearings?
BF sedans (including XR6/XR8) typically use sealed, unitised hub bearings front and rear. BF ute and BF wagon with live rear axle use serviceable tapered roller bearings at the rear, which can be cleaned, packed with grease, and adjusted. Fronts are sealed hub units across the range.

What does replacement usually cost?
For sealed hub units, budget for the hub assembly plus labour, pricing varies by brand and ABS configuration, but it’s commonly a mid-hundreds job per corner. Live-axle rear bearings are usually cheaper for parts, but add time for cleaning, pressing and seal replacement. Exact figures depend on workshop rates and parts choice.