Mevotech H515003 Wheel Bearing and Hub Assembly - Front

Front Wheel Bearing Hub Assembly for Explorer and Mountaineer

Mevotech H515003 is a front wheel bearing and hub assembly built for select Ford and Mercury applications. It features a Gen 3 design, a pre-greased bearing, and an ABS sensor included for direct replacement service on the front axle.

• Part type: wheel bearing and hub assembly
• Gen 3 design for front hub service
• ABS sensor included
• Pre-greased for installation readiness
• Inside diameter: 71.9 mm
• Outside diameter: 149.3 mm
• 5 bolt holes with 3 flange bolt holes

Detailed Product Overview

This Mevotech wheel bearing and hub assembly, part number H515003, is engineered for front-end replacement on 1995-2001 Ford Explorer, 2001-2002 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, and 1997-2001 Mercury Mountaineer models. It is a direct-fit style hub assembly for vehicles that require an integrated ABS sensor and a pre-greased bearing package. The H515003 is also cross-referenced to Timken SP450200 for the same application.

Use this hub assembly when servicing worn front wheel bearings on Ford Explorer and Mercury Mountaineer platforms, or when replacing a noisy or loose front hub on an Explorer Sport Trac. The Mevotech H515003 supports OE-style front hub replacement where the original assembly uses a 5-bolt hub pattern and integrated sensor design.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Front wheel bearing noise or growling
• Excessive play in the front hub assembly
• ABS warning light concerns related to a failed hub sensor
• Vibration or roughness from a worn front bearing
• Hub wear on high-mileage Ford Explorer and Mercury Mountaineer vehicles

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm front axle fitment by year, make, and model before installation. Match the existing hub dimensions, bolt-hole count, and ABS sensor configuration to the original part. Clean the mounting surface thoroughly and inspect related suspension and brake components during service. For best results, follow factory torque specifications and verify ABS operation after installation.

Quality Assurance

Mevotech supplies replacement driveline and hub components for service applications that require accurate fitment and dependable OE-style geometry. Part number H515003 is built as a pre-greased front hub assembly with the sensor included, supporting a straightforward replacement process on the listed Ford Explorer, Explorer Sport Trac, and Mercury Mountaineer applications.