Checking wheel bearings

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Volvo S40, 2003 Volvo S40, 2002 Volvo S40, 2001 Volvo S40, and 2000 Volvo S40. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Check the wheel bearing on the relevant wheel for play and sticking.

Fig 1: Checking Wheel

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Is the wheel bearing OK?

YES
Refer to Checking the brakes
NO
Refer to Remedy the component