Parts for your 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer-Wheel bearings

2017 Mitsubishi Lancer Wheel Bearings

Based on technical references including the Mitsubishi Motors CJ/CF Lancer Workshop/Service Manual (Front and Rear Axle – Wheel Hub and Bearing sections), the Mitsubishi ASA parts catalogue, and common aftermarket fitment guides used across Australia and New Zealand, the 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer is fitted with wheel bearings on both front and rear hubs. The fronts use a sealed, double-row bearing pressed into the steering knuckle with the hub, while the rears are typically a bolt-on hub and bearing assembly with an integrated ABS tone ring. So yes, wheel-bearings are absolutely relevant to this model.

Wheel bearings do the quiet, crucial job of letting each wheel spin smoothly while carrying the car’s weight. On a 2017 Lancer, they’re sealed units, so there’s no regular greasing or adjustment. Good bearings keep road noise low, steering feel tidy, and brake performance consistent. When they start to go, they can hum or growl with speed, feel rough when spinning the wheel by hand, or even trigger ABS warnings if the integrated tone ring or sensor signal is affected.

As part of routine servicing, it’s smart to road-test for bearing noise and check for play at each wheel. A tech will safely lift the Lancer, rotate each wheel, and feel for roughness while checking for movement at the 12-and-6 o’clock positions. They’ll also eyeball the hub seals and ABS wiring at the rear. Because these are sealed bearings, replacement is the fix if they’re worn — there’s no repacking or adjustment.

• Common signs to watch: a speed-dependent hum that changes on gentle lane changes, ABS light on, uneven tyre wear, or a warm hub after a drive.
• Best practice on replacement: use quality OEM-equivalent parts, follow Mitsubishi torque and press-in procedures, and avoid hammering the new bearing during installation.
• After fitment: a quick wheel alignment check is a good shout if the knuckle was disturbed, and recheck torque after a short run if specified by the part maker.

There’s no strict rule to replace bearings in pairs on a Lancer, but if one side has failed at high kilometres, it’s worth assessing the other side given similar service life. To help bearings live long and quiet, avoid kerb strikes, keep tyres correctly inflated, and don’t aim high-pressure washers straight at the hub or ABS wiring.

FAQ: How long do wheel bearings last on a 2017 Lancer?
With normal city and motorway driving in AU/NZ conditions, many see 120,000–200,000 km or more. Harsh roads, big potholes, or frequent kerb hits can shorten that. Once noise or play appears, plan a replacement sooner rather than later to protect tyres and brakes.

FAQ: Do both sides need changing together?
Not necessarily. Replace the noisy or loose side, then assess the other. If the vehicle’s at high kilometres or both sides show similar wear, doing them together can save duplicated labour and a second alignment.

FAQ: Can a bad wheel bearing affect ABS?
Yes. The rear hub on many Lancers has an integrated tone ring for the ABS. Excessive play or internal damage can distort the signal, throwing an ABS light. Fixing the bearing typically restores proper ABS operation if the sensor and wiring are sound.