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Fatigue Spalling

Fig 1: Identifying Fatigue Spalling
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The surface is flaked with metal due to bearing fatigue.

  1. Clean all the parts and the housings.
  2. Replace the bearing. Refer to WHEEL HUB, BEARING, AND SEAL REPLACEMENT in Front Suspension.