Mevotech G516008 Wheel Bearing - Rear

Rear Wheel Bearing for Ford Explorer and Mountaineer

Mevotech G516008 is a pre-greased rear wheel bearing built for select Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln applications. It is specified with a 47.0 mm inside diameter, 85.0 mm outside diameter, and Gen 1 bearing construction for direct replacement service on the rear axle.

Key Features

• Pre-greased for ready-to-install service
• Gen 1 wheel bearing construction
• 47.0 mm inside diameter
• 85.0 mm outside diameter
• Rear wheel bearing application
• Mevotech G516008 replacement part number

Application Details

Mevotech G516008 is a rear wheel bearing for 2002-2010 Ford Explorer, 2007-2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, 2002-2010 Mercury Mountaineer, and 2003-2005 Lincoln Aviator. This part cross-references SKF GRW259 and National 516008 for the same application. The bearing is pre-greased to support straightforward service and consistent lubrication at installation.

What This Part Helps Address

• Rear wheel bearing noise from wear or roughness
• Excessive wheel play at the rear hub area
• Vibration or humming from the rear axle assembly
• Service replacement for worn rear bearing components
• Restoration of proper rear wheel support on Explorer, Mountaineer, and Aviator models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rear axle and hub specifications before installation. Confirm the 47.0 mm inside diameter and 85.0 mm outside diameter match the original bearing dimensions for the vehicle. Clean the mating surfaces, inspect related hub and axle components for wear, and follow the vehicle service procedure for bearing replacement.

Quality Assurance

Mevotech manufactures this wheel bearing as an OE-style replacement for the listed rear applications. Part number G516008 is built to match the specified dimensions and bearing generation for service on compatible Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln vehicles.