Beck Arnley 051-4165 Wheel Bearing Kit - Rear

Rear Wheel Bearing Kit for Volkswagen Applications

Beck Arnley 051-4165 is a rear wheel bearing kit built for foreign nameplate OE specifications for form, fit, and function. It is a direct-fit service solution for select Volkswagen Cabrio, Golf, Jetta, Passat, Corrado, Cabriolet, Fox, and Quantum rear applications.

• Rear wheel bearing kit for select Volkswagen models
• Built to OE-style specifications for form, fit, and function
• Includes bearing-related service components for rear hub repair
• Cone bore: 0.688 in / 17.48 mm
• Cone length: 0.575 in / 14.61 mm
• Cone radius: 0.05 in / 1.27 mm
• Cup length: 0.42 in
• Cup radius: 0.05 in / 1.27 mm

OE-Style Fitment and Dimensions

Beck Arnley 051-4165 is engineered around the dimensional requirements needed for rear wheel bearing service on older Volkswagen platforms. The listed cone and cup measurements help confirm proper bearing geometry during replacement, which is important when servicing rear hubs on Volkswagen Golf, Jetta, and Passat models as well as Cabrio, Corrado, Cabriolet, Fox, and Quantum applications. Beck Arnley sources parts to match foreign nameplate OE expectations, giving technicians a practical replacement option for rear wheel bearing repair.

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 1995-2002 Volkswagen Cabrio, rear. Kit includes: Bearings, seal, cap and nut.
• Fits 1999 Volkswagen Golf, rear. Kit includes: Bearings, seal, cap and nut.; Thru Chassis Serial #1HX245000
• Fits 1999 Volkswagen Jetta, rear. Kit includes: Bearings, seal, cap and nut.; Thru Chassis Serial #1HX245000
• Fits 1985-1998 Volkswagen Golf, rear. Kit includes: Bearings, seal, cap and nut.
• Fits 1980-1998 Volkswagen Jetta, rear. Kit includes: Bearings, seal, cap and nut.
• Fits 1990-1997 Volkswagen Passat, rear. Kit includes: Bearings, seal, cap and nut.
• Fits 1990-1995 Volkswagen Corrado, rear. Kit includes: Bearings, seal, cap and nut.
• Fits 1985-1993 Volkswagen Cabriolet, rear. Kit includes: Bearings, seal, cap and nut.
• Fits 1987-1993 Volkswagen Fox, rear. Kit includes: Bearings, seal, cap and nut.
• Fits 1982-1988 Volkswagen Quantum, rear. Kit includes: Bearings, seal, cap and nut.

Common Rear Bearing Service Issues

• Rear wheel bearing noise or growling
• Excessive wheel play at the hub
• Rough rotation during inspection
• Seal wear at the rear hub assembly
• Service replacement for worn rear bearing components

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle year, model, rear position, and chassis note before ordering. For 1999 Volkswagen Golf and 1999 Volkswagen Jetta, confirm the chassis serial break listed in the fitment data. Clean the hub area thoroughly, inspect the spindle and mating surfaces, and follow factory service procedures for bearing preload and seal installation.

Quality Assurance

Beck Arnley parts are sourced to meet foreign nameplate OE specifications for form, fit, and function. Part number 051-4165 is supported by Beck Arnley’s global sourcing network and product specialists to help ensure the correct rear wheel bearing kit is selected for the application. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.