InMotion WT517009 Wheel Bearing - Front Inner

Wheel Bearing for Front Inner Applications

InMotion WT517009 is a tapered wheel bearing built for front inner driveline service on select Chevrolet, GMC, Geo, Pontiac, and Suzuki vehicles. It uses a cylindrical bearing form, dual-row construction, and a non-driven design to support smooth rotation and stable wheel operation in demanding automotive use.

Key Features

• Part number: WT517009
• Wheel bearing with tapered bearing type
• Gen 1 bearing generation
• Dual-row construction for front inner service
• Inside diameter: 1.614 in. / 41 mm
• Outside diameter: 2.677 in. / 68 mm
• Width: 1.378 in. / 35 mm
• Flange included: No
• Drive type: Non-driven

Detailed Description

This InMotion wheel bearing is engineered from quality materials for consistent rotational performance, reduced friction, and dependable stability in wheel-end applications. The tapered, dual-row design supports front inner positions on vehicles such as the Chevrolet Tracker, Suzuki Sidekick, and Geo Tracker, while also covering select Suzuki Grand Vitara, Vitara, X-90, Pontiac Sunrunner, and GMC Tracker applications. WT517009 is a practical replacement choice when servicing worn wheel bearings on 1989-2000 front inner applications.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Wheel-end noise from a worn front inner bearing
• Excessive play or looseness at the hub area
• Rough rotation caused by bearing wear
• Reduced stability from deteriorated wheel support
• Service issues on front inner bearing locations

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the vehicle’s front inner bearing dimensions before installation: 41 mm inside diameter, 68 mm outside diameter, and 35 mm width. Verify the bearing orientation and inspect related hub and axle components for wear before assembly. WT517009 is listed for front inner positions only, so match the application carefully to the vehicle and service location.

Quality Assurance

InMotion manufactures this bearing using high-quality materials and an adaptive design intended for reliable operation across automotive and industrial environments. The Gen 1, dual-row tapered construction is specified to support durability and consistent performance in the listed applications.