Parts for your 2010 Volkswagen Amarok-Wheel hubs

2010 Volkswagen Amarok wheel hubs — purpose, servicing and replacement

Wheel hubs are absolutely used on the 2010 Volkswagen Amarok. Technical sources including Volkswagen’s ETKA parts catalogue for model code 2H (front and rear axle sections) and the Amarok workshop manual in ElsaWin (Repair Groups 40 and 42) clearly list hub and hub-bearing assemblies for this ute. Major bearing catalogues from SKF and FAG also publish dedicated hub/bearing kits for 2010 Amarok variants, confirming fitment across 2WD and 4Motion models.

On the Amarok, the wheel hub is the central mounting point the wheel bolts to, it houses or integrates the wheel bearing and the ABS tone ring/sensor interface. Up front, the hub supports the brake disc and CV joint and keeps the wheel rotating smoothly with minimal play, even under corrugations and towing loads. Down the back on the live axle, the hub and bearing support the axle shaft and keep everything true so tyres wear evenly and braking stays consistent.

When it comes to servicing 2010 Volkswagen Amarok wheel hubs, they’re largely “fit-and-forget” but they still deserve checks. At each service, a technician should spin each wheel, listen for rumble, and feel for roughness or free play. Any slop when rocking the tyre at 12 and 6 o’clock is a red flag. After beach work or river crossings, an extra inspection is smart, as water and grit are tough on bearings and seals.

Replacement is straightforward for a pro: the front typically uses a unitised hub/bearing assembly that bolts to the knuckle, while rear arrangements vary by spec and may require a press and new seals or collars. It’s best practice to renew any single-use bolts and the axle/hub nut, follow the workshop manual torque-and-angle procedure, and keep the ABS sensor and wiring clean. A wheel alignment check after front hub replacement helps protect tyres.

Common signs it’s hub time:

• Humming or growling that rises with road speed
• ABS light or intermittent ABS activation at low speed
• Heat at the hub after a short drive
• Uneven tyre wear or vague steering
• Grease leakage or metallic swarf near the hub

To extend hub life on an Amarok driven in Aussie and Kiwi conditions:

• Wash off salt and mud, but avoid blasting water directly at seals
• Torque wheel bolts correctly, over-tightening can stress bearings
• Stick to GVM and towing limits, overloading accelerates wear
• Rotate tyres and keep pressures right to reduce bearing load

There are no manual locking hubs on the 2010 Amarok, the front hub units remain engaged, with 4Motion or transfer-case control handling drive. Quality replacement parts and a careful install keep the ute quiet, safe and ready for long kilometres.

Popular questions about 2010 Volkswagen Amarok wheel hubs

Does the 2010 Amarok have manual locking hubs?

No. The 2010 Amarok uses constant-drive front hubs with CV joints, 4Motion/selectable systems manage drive via the transfer case and differentials, not manual hub dials. The front hub units also interface with ABS, so manual hubs aren’t part of the design.

How can someone tell a hub or bearing is failing on a 2010 Amarok?

Listen for a speed-related hum or growl that changes when cornering, feel for free play when rocking the wheel, and watch for ABS warnings. Heat at the hub after a short drive or uneven tyre wear also points to a tired bearing.

Should both front hubs be replaced at once?

It’s acceptable to replace just the noisy or loose side, but on high-kilometre Amaroks many owners choose to do both fronts together to save on repeat labour and keep wear balanced. Rear hub/bearing work is often done in pairs for the same reason.