Parts for your 2017 Mitsubishi Eclipse cross-Wheel hubs

2017 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Wheel Hubs

Wheel hubs are absolutely used on the 2017 Eclipse Cross (GK series). Technical documentation backs this up: the Mitsubishi Motors Eclipse Cross (GK) Workshop Manual specifies bolt-on wheel hub and bearing assemblies in the Front Axle and Rear Axle sections, and the Mitsubishi ASA electronic parts catalogue for GK1W/GK2W lists “front wheel hub & bearing assy” and “rear wheel hub & bearing assy” with integrated ABS encoder rings. Aftermarket OEM-equivalent catalogues that mirror OE fitment also list complete hub/bearing units for all four corners of vehicles built from the 2017 production start. So the part is relevant to this model.

The wheel hub on a 2017 Eclipse Cross handles the hard yakka of keeping the wheel true to the knuckle while the integrated bearing lets it spin smoothly. It also carries the wheel studs and the ABS encoder, so it’s smack in the middle of ride quality, braking stability and tyre life. On the Eclipse Cross, hubs are supplied as sealed, pre-greased hub-and-bearing units, meaning there’s no routine greasing—when they wear, they’re replaced as an assembly.

Common signs it’s time to check the hubs include:

• A growing humming or droning that changes with road speed and load transfer in corners
• ABS light or erratic speed-sensor readings caused by a damaged encoder or corrosion
• Wheel play felt at 12 and 6 o’clock during a shake test, or uneven tyre wear

Replacement is a straightforward bolt-off/bolt-on job for a trained tech. On the front, expect to remove the brake calliper and rotor, disconnect the ABS sensor, pop the axle nut, then unbolt the hub from the knuckle. Rears are similar, minus the driveshaft. Use a new axle nut where specified and torque everything to the workshop manual figures. Because the ABS sensor and wiring sit close by, take care not to nick the loom or contaminate the sensor face with metal filings.

Good practice during servicing:

• Road-test for bearing noise and scan for ABS faults at each service
• Clean the hub face and rotor mating surface to prevent runout and brake shudder
• Inspect wheel studs and replace any with damaged threads, torque wheel nuts correctly
• If a hub has been noisy for a while, check the tyre for cupping and the brakes for heat spots

In Aussie and Kiwi conditions—heat, rain, and the odd gravel road—factory hubs often run 100,000–200,000 km. Regular checks after water crossings and keeping wheel nuts correctly torqued will help them go the distance.

Popular questions about 2017 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross wheel hubs

Do all Eclipse Cross models use bolt-on hub and bearing units?
Yes. The GK-series Eclipse Cross uses sealed, bolt-on hub-and-bearing assemblies front and rear. That design speeds up replacement and ensures correct preload from the factory, rather than relying on on-car bearing adjustment.

Will a noisy hub affect the ABS?
It can. Excessive play or internal damage may let the encoder ring wobble, causing intermittent ABS or stability control warnings. Replacing the hub usually restores clean wheel-speed signals.

Is a wheel alignment needed after hub replacement?
Not always, but it’s smart to check. The hub itself doesn’t set alignment, yet any time the knuckle or suspension has been disturbed, verifying alignment helps protect tyres and keep the steering feel spot on.