Parts for your 2013 Holden Commodore-Wheel hubs

2013 Holden Commodore wheel hubs — what they do and when to replace them

Based on technical sources including the Holden VE Series II and VF Service Manuals and the GM Electronic Parts Catalogue, the 2013 Holden Commodore (late VE Series II and early VF) uses bolt‑on wheel hub and bearing assemblies front and rear. These sealed hub units incorporate the wheel studs and an ABS/ESC encoder, making “wheel hubs” absolutely relevant to this model.

On a 2013 Commodore, each wheel hub’s job is to keep the wheel running true and smooth, carry the vehicle’s weight through a sealed bearing, and provide a solid, flat face for the brake disc and wheel to clamp against. The front hubs aren’t driven (RWD platform), while the rear hubs couple to the CV shafts. Both ends use integrated, non‑serviceable bearings and an encoder ring that the ABS/ESC sensor reads for wheel speed data.

Because the bearings are sealed, there’s no greasing or adjustment. Servicing is about inspection: listen for a low droning that rises with road speed, feel for roughness when the wheel is spun off the ground, check for play at the 12–6 o’clock shake, and scan for ABS faults if warning lamps appear. Any of these signs points to a hub assembly that should be replaced, not rebuilt.

• Common symptoms: humming/droning, ABS/ESC light, uneven tyre wear, heat at the hub, or wheel wobble.
• Good habits: clean rust from the hub face during brake work, torque wheel nuts evenly to factory spec, avoid water blasting directly into the hub, and don’t hammer on wheel studs.

Replacement is straightforward with the right kit: remove the caliper and rotor, unplug the wheel speed sensor, unbolt the hub from the knuckle, and on the rear, remove the axle nut and free the CV from the hub. Fit the new unit, align the ABS sensor, and torque all fasteners to the Holden spec (single‑use axle nuts should be renewed). A wheel alignment usually isn’t needed unless suspension hardware is loosened.

There’s no set replacement interval—inspect hubs at each service. On higher‑kilometre cars, replacing in pairs on the same axle can make sense, but it’s not mandatory. Quality hubs keep the Commodore riding quiet and confident, and they keep the ABS/ESC happy too.

Popular questions about 2013 Holden Commodore wheel hubs

How can someone tell which hub is noisy?
Road test on a smooth surface and gently weave, noise that gets louder loading one side usually points to the opposite side hub. On a hoist, spin each wheel by hand and feel for roughness. A mechanic can use a chassis ear or NVH tool for confirmation.

Are VE Series II and VF hubs interchangeable?
They’re similar in design but not universally interchangeable. Variants (VE vs VF, V6 vs V8, brake package, and ABS sensor spec) affect part numbers. Always match by VIN or build date to avoid ABS encoder mismatches and fitment issues.

Do wheel nuts need re‑torquing after hub or brake work?
Yes—after any wheel removal, re‑torque the nuts after 50–100 kilometres. Use the correct pattern and the factory torque spec to protect the hub and keep the rotor running true.