FAG 101396 Wheel Bearing - Front

Front Wheel Bearing for Acura and Honda

The FAG 101396 front wheel bearing is a compact, sealed bearing unit built with preset clearance and lifetime lubrication. It is engineered for front-wheel service on select Acura and Honda applications, including 1990-1993 Acura Integra, 1988-1991 Honda Prelude, and 1986-1987 Acura Legend.

Key Features

• Front wheel bearing for select Acura and Honda vehicles
• Defined, preset bearing clearance for consistent operation
• Lifetime sealing and lubrication for maintenance-free service
• Compact first-generation bearing design for rugged wheel-end support
• Angular contact ball bearing construction for front wheel applications
• Inside diameter: 42 mm (1.654 in)
• Outside diameter: 78 mm (3.071 in)
• Height: 41 mm (1.614 in)

Detailed Description

FAG 101396 is a first-generation wheel bearing designed for front wheel use on select Acura Integra, Honda Prelude, and Acura Legend models. Its sealed, lubricated design helps maintain stable wheel-end performance without routine maintenance, while the compact bearing unit format supports a durable OE-style replacement for the original front hub assembly application. This part cross-references SKF FW118 for the same application.

What This Wheel Bearing Helps Solve

• Front wheel bearing noise such as humming or growling
• Excessive wheel play caused by worn bearing surfaces
• Rough wheel rotation from degraded lubrication
• Seal failure that allows contamination into the bearing
• Restoration of proper front wheel support on Acura Integra, Honda Prelude, and Acura Legend applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle year, model, and front position before ordering. Confirm the bearing dimensions match the original unit: 42 mm inside diameter, 78 mm outside diameter, and 41 mm height. Clean the hub and surrounding components thoroughly during service, and inspect related wheel-end parts for wear before installation. Fits 1990-1993 Acura Integra, front; fits 1988-1991 Honda Prelude, front; fits 1986-1987 Acura Legend, front.

Quality Assurance

FAG is a Schaeffler brand known for precision wheel-end components used in demanding automotive service. Part number 101396 is built as a sealed, lifetime-lubricated bearing unit for consistent front wheel operation.