Parts for your 2019 Mitsubishi Eclipse cross-Wheel hubs

2019 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Wheel Hubs

Yes — the 2019 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is fitted with wheel hubs. Technical references such as the Mitsubishi Motors Workshop Manual for the GK/YC series and the Mitsubishi ASA/CAPS parts catalogue list unitised wheel hub and bearing assemblies on both front and rear axles. Aftermarket technical catalogues from major bearing makers also specify bolt-in hub-and-bearing units with integrated ABS encoder rings for this model, across both 2WD and AWD (S-AWC) variants.

On this Eclipse Cross, the wheel hub does a lot more than hold the wheel on. It supports the vehicle’s weight through a sealed bearing, keeps the wheel true, carries the wheel studs, and provides the mounting face for the brake disc. The hub also works hand-in-hand with the ABS/ASC systems via an integrated magnetic encoder, helping the car’s safety electronics stay on the ball in Aussie and Kiwi conditions.

Because the hubs are sealed, there’s no greasing or bearing adjustment during routine servicing. Instead, a sensible approach is to inspect every service (or at least every 20,000–30,000 kilometres) for early signs of trouble. Tech sources and workshop practice point to these tell-tales:

• Speed-dependent humming or growling that changes when cornering
• ABS/traction warning lights or erratic wheel-speed readings
• Disc or hub running hot after a short drive, or noticeable wheel play
• Uneven tyre wear or a subtle vibration through the cabin

When a hub is worn, it’s replaced as a complete assembly rather than rebuilt. The unit on the Eclipse Cross is a bolt-in design, so a competent tech can swap it without pressing bearings in and out. Good practice includes replacing the axle nut (where specified), cleaning the knuckle face, torquing all fasteners to the workshop manual, and routing the ABS lead carefully. Avoid hitting the encoder with magnets or dirty hands, and don’t blast the area with a pressure washer.

There’s no set replacement interval — many hubs run well past 100,000 kilometres — but kerb strikes, potholes, oversized wheels, or water ingress can shorten their life. After replacement, a wheel alignment usually isn’t required unless strut-to-knuckle bolts were loosened, if they were, get an alignment to keep tyres wearing evenly. Clearing any stored ABS codes and a quick road test to verify quiet running and stable sensor data will wrap it up nicely.

Popular questions about 2019 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross wheel hubs

Are the wheel bearings serviceable, or is it a sealed hub?
The 2019 Eclipse Cross uses a sealed, unitised hub-and-bearing assembly front and rear. There’s no repacking or adjustment — when it’s worn or noisy, the whole hub unit is replaced.

How long do the hubs usually last?
Plenty of owners see 100,000–160,000 kilometres or more. Impacts (potholes, kerbs), oversized rims, and water or road grit can accelerate wear. If there’s a hum that rises with speed or an ABS light, book an inspection sooner rather than later.

Do you need a wheel alignment after replacing a hub?
Not typically. If the strut-to-knuckle bolts or alignment hardware were disturbed during the job, get an alignment. Otherwise, a hub swap on its own shouldn’t change alignment, but it’s always smart to check tyre wear and steering feel afterward.