Parts for your 2014 Mitsubishi Lancer-Wheel bearings

2014 Mitsubishi Lancer wheel-bearings

Wheel bearings are absolutely fitted to the 2014 Mitsubishi Lancer. This is confirmed by multiple technical sources: Mitsubishi Motors’ 2014 Lancer Service Manual (Chassis/Suspension and Brake sections) specifies wheel hub and bearing units at the front and rear, Mitsubishi ASA electronic parts catalogue lists integrated hub-and-bearing assemblies for the CJ/CF Lancer, and bearing manufacturers’ application data (e.g., NTN/KOYO catalogues) identify unitised hub bearings with an integrated encoder for ABS on this model. Haynes’ Mitsubishi Lancer 2007–2017 manual also details removal and installation procedures for these hub bearings.

On the 2014 Lancer, the wheel-bearing’s job is to let the wheel spin smoothly with minimal friction while keeping everything precisely located on the hub. A quality bearing helps the tyres wear evenly, keeps braking feel consistent, and reduces noise on the open road. The Lancer uses sealed, maintenance-free units, so there’s no greasing schedule—when a bearing wears, the fix is replacement of the hub-and-bearing assembly.

Signs a Lancer wheel-bearing is on the way out include a humming or droning that rises with road speed, a growl during cornering, uneven tyre wear, or vagueness through the steering. Some models feature an ABS encoder built into the bearing, if that’s damaged, the ABS light can pop up, even if the sensor itself is fine.

There’s no set kilometre interval for replacement—these sealed units are “fit and forget” until they show symptoms. That said, cars doing lots of motorway work, tackling rough rural roads, or running oversized wheels can stress bearings earlier. During routine servicing, a good workshop will spin each wheel by hand, check for roughness or play, listen during a road test, and inspect for heat discolouration or metallic debris around the hub.

When replacement is needed, most Lancers of this era use a bolt-on hub assembly, which simplifies the job compared with old press-in bearings. The correct approach is to replace the complete hub, use new hardware where specified (including the staked axle nut where applicable), torque everything to factory spec, and avoid hammering the hub so the encoder and studs aren’t damaged. Quality branded bearings pay off with quieter running and longer life. After fitting, a quick alignment check and ABS scan are smart, particularly if the knuckle was disturbed.

• Watch for speed-related humming and ABS warnings.
• Use OE-equivalent hub assemblies and new fasteners where specified.
• Follow the Mitsubishi workshop manual for torque settings and procedures.

Popular questions about 2014 Mitsubishi Lancer wheel-bearings

How long do wheel-bearings typically last on a 2014 Lancer?

On well-maintained cars driven on decent roads, many owners see 120,000–200,000 km or more from factory bearings. Harsh potholes, curb strikes, oversized wheels, and frequent water immersion can shorten that lifespan. Because they’re sealed units, once they start humming or show play, replacement is the fix.

Can a bad wheel-bearing trigger the ABS light on a Lancer?

Yes. Many 2014 Lancer bearings have an integrated magnetic encoder ring the ABS sensor reads. If the bearing wears or the encoder is damaged, the ABS system can see a dodgy signal and set a fault, even if the sensor itself is fine.

Is pressing required, or is it a bolt-on hub on this model?

For most CJ/CF 2014 Lancers sold in Australia and New Zealand, the wheel-bearings are integrated hub assemblies that bolt to the knuckle or rear carrier. That means no pressing in/out for the bearing itself—just remove the old hub and install the new one, following the workshop manual for torque specs and fastener replacement.