MPA Electrical WH510072 Wheel Bearing - Front

Front Wheel Bearing for Escape, Tribute, and Mariner

MPA Electrical WH510072 is a new steel front wheel bearing built for select Ford, Mazda, and Mercury applications. It is specified with a 3.071-inch hub pilot diameter and is based on Quality-Built Hubs & Bearings manufacturing standards for direct replacement service.

Key Features

• New front wheel bearing for driveline and axle service
• Steel construction for durable hub and bearing support
• Hub pilot diameter: 3.071 inches
• Part number WH510072 for catalog and service matching
• Cross-reference: 2WF10072, 19241164

Detailed Description

WH510072 is a front wheel bearing for 2001-2012 Ford Escape, 2001-2006 Mazda Tribute, and 2005-2011 Mercury Mariner applications. It is a steel replacement bearing intended for front hub service where precise wheel support and smooth rotation are required. This part number, WH510072, is also referenced in interchange listings for 2WF10072 and 19241164.

Compatible With 2012 Ford Escape, front; 2011 Ford Escape, front; 2004-2010 Ford Escape, front; 2001-2003 Ford Escape, front; 2008-2011 Mazda Tribute, front; 2001-2006 Mazda Tribute, front; 2011 Mercury Mariner, front; and 2005-2010 Mercury Mariner, front.

Common Repair Uses

• Front wheel noise caused by a worn bearing
• Excessive play or looseness at the wheel hub
• Rough rotation during inspection or service
• Replacement after hub or bearing wear on Ford Escape, Mazda Tribute, or Mercury Mariner
• Restoring proper front-end wheel support

Installation Notes

Verify the vehicle year, make, model, and front position before installation. Follow the OE service manual for axle nut torque specifications; listed torque values vary by application, including 214 ft-lbs / 290Nm and 221 ft-lbs / 300Nm. Some applications note use of a new axle nut, so confirm the service procedure for the exact vehicle.

Quality Assurance

MPA Electrical supplies this part as a new Quality-Built hub and bearing component. Confirm fitment against the vehicle listing and service data before installation to ensure correct front wheel bearing replacement.