Parts for your 2008 Honda Stream-Wheel hubs

2008 Honda Stream Wheel Hubs

Wheel hubs are absolutely fitted to the 2008 Honda Stream. Honda’s factory Service Manual for the RN6–RN9 series details the front and rear hub/bearing units and their removal/installation procedures, while the Honda Electronic Parts Catalogue lists complete hub assemblies for both axles. Major bearing manufacturers’ application catalogues (NTN, NSK, SKF, Koyo) also specify bolt-on hub units for this model. Those technical sources confirm the hub is a fundamental part of the Stream’s suspension and braking system, not an optional extra.

On the 2008 Stream, the wheel hub is the central mounting point that the wheel and brake disc bolt to. It houses a sealed, double-row bearing that supports vehicle weight and allows smooth rotation, and it often carries the ABS encoder ring so the car’s stability and anti-lock systems can read wheel speed accurately. Front hubs interface with the driveshaft splines on models with front drive, while the rears are a bolt-on hub/bearing assembly fixed to the trailing arm or knuckle. In everyday terms, the hub keeps the wheel running true, quiet and safe at highway speeds.

Because the hub contains a sealed bearing, there’s no routine greasing—maintenance is really about inspection and prevention. During regular servicing, a technician should:

• Spin and check each wheel for roughness or rumble, and feel for play at 12-and-6 o’clock.
• Listen for a speed-related humming that gets louder when gently loading one side in a lane change.
• Scan for ABS faults, a failing encoder in the hub can light the dash.
• Inspect for uneven tyre wear, brake pad knock-back, or heat at the hub after a drive.

If replacement’s needed, best practice is to fit a quality hub assembly from a reputable brand. Replace any single-use fasteners (such as axle nuts or certain hub bolts) and clean the mating surfaces so the hub sits perfectly flush—any corrosion here can cause disc run-out and brake judder. Protect the wheel speed sensor and route its lead correctly if the sensor is integrated. Avoid hammering the hub in or out, use the correct puller/press tools to prevent damage to the knuckle and new bearing. After reassembly, torque the axle nut and wheel nuts to Honda specifications and in the proper sequence, then road test and, if required, check alignment.

A carefully installed hub will usually run quietly for well over 100,000 km. Keeping wheel nuts correctly torqued, avoiding kerb strikes, and sorting out any brake or suspension issues early will help the Stream’s hubs last the distance.

Popular questions about 2008 Honda Stream wheel hubs

What are common signs my Stream’s wheel hub is failing?
Owners often report a steady humming or growling that changes with road speed, a faint vibration through the cabin, or an ABS warning light if the encoder is affected. Jacking the car and finding play when rocking the wheel top-to-bottom is another giveaway.

How long do wheel hubs typically last on a 2008 Stream?
With good tyres, correct wheel nut torque and no collision damage, many last beyond 100,000–150,000 km. Harsh roads, frequent potholes, or oversized wheels can shorten that lifespan.

Can the bearing be serviced, or do I need the whole hub assembly?
For most 2008 Stream variants the bearing is part of a sealed, bolt-on hub unit. It isn’t serviceable, the correct fix is replacing the complete hub assembly, which restores the bearing and ABS encoder in one go.