Parts for your 2017 Mitsubishi Eclipse cross-Wheel bearings

2017 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Wheel Bearings

Technical sources confirm the 2017 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is fitted with wheel bearings. The Mitsubishi Motors Workshop Manual for the GK-series chassis (Front and Rear Axle sections) specifies sealed hub-and-bearing units front and rear, and the Mitsubishi ASA electronic parts catalogue lists complete hub assemblies with integrated bearings and ABS tone rings for GK1W/GK2W variants. Major OEM bearing suppliers such as NTN and NSK also catalogue hub-unit bearings for this model, reinforcing that wheel bearings are integral to the vehicle’s hubs.

On the 2017 Eclipse Cross, the wheel bearings are sealed, pre‑loaded hub units that let the wheels spin smoothly while carrying the weight of the car. They also keep rolling resistance down and maintain precise alignment for the tyres and brakes. Most units have the wheel speed sensor tone ring built in, so they’re part of how the ABS and stability control get their data.

Because they’re sealed, these bearings aren’t a grease-and-go job. They’re replaced as a complete hub assembly when worn. As part of regular servicing, it’s smart to road test for a low humming or growling that rises with speed, check for any steering vibration, and feel for heat at the hub after a drive. On a hoist, a tech will spin the wheel by hand and check for roughness or play, and look for ABS warnings that can point to a failing hub unit.

Service tips for the Eclipse Cross:

• Replace the hub assembly if there’s roughness, noise, looseness, or damaged seals, it’s not serviceable.
• Follow the workshop manual for axle‑nut and mounting bolt torque, and use a new one‑time axle nut where specified.
• Protect the wheel speed sensor and cable, don’t bash the hub with a hammer.
• Clean mating surfaces, set correct wheel nut torque, and road test. Wheel alignment check is wise if a bearing failed due to impact.

Lifespan is commonly 100,000–200,000 kilometres, but rough roads, big pothole hits, oversized wheels, or water intrusion can shorten that. Driving on a noisy bearing isn’t recommended, it can heat up, affect braking performance, and in the worst case lead to hub damage. Catching the problem early keeps the Eclipse Cross safe, quiet, and tidy on the road.

Popular questions

What are the signs of a bad wheel bearing on a 2017 Eclipse Cross?
Common giveaways are a humming or growling that changes with speed, a rumble that gets louder when loading one side in a bend, or a slight vibration through the wheel. You may also notice uneven tyre wear or, if the hub’s tone ring is affected, an intermittent ABS light.

How long do the wheel bearings usually last?
Many Eclipse Cross hub units run 100,000–200,000 km. Frequent gravel roads, deep water crossings, hard kerb hits, or very heavy loads can shorten their life. Keeping tyres properly inflated and avoiding big potholes helps them last.

Is it safe to keep driving with a noisy wheel bearing?
Best not. A failing bearing can overheat and increase stopping distances, and if left too long it can damage the hub or sensor. Booking a prompt inspection and replacement keeps everything sweet and safe.