MPA Electrical WH511040 Wheel Bearing - Rear

Rear Wheel Bearing for Caprice, SS, and G8

MPA Electrical WH511040 is a new rear wheel bearing assembly built with a steel housing and encoder-style ABS integration. It is listed for select Chevrolet Caprice, Chevrolet SS, and Pontiac G8 applications, making it a direct-fit option for rear wheel bearing service on these vehicles.

Key Features

• New wheel bearing assembly from MPA Electrical
• Encoder ABS type for vehicles using an encoder-style wheel speed signal
• Steel construction for bearing support and durability
• Hub pilot diameter: 3.228 inch
• No gasket or seal included
• Non-greaseable design
• Part number WH511040

Detailed Description

WH511040 is a Quality-Built Hubs & Bearings wheel bearing designed for rear axle service on 2011-2017 Chevrolet Caprice, 2014-2017 Chevrolet SS, and 2008-2009 Pontiac G8 models. This rear wheel bearing uses an encoder ABS type, which is important for vehicles that rely on the bearing assembly to provide wheel speed signal input to the anti-lock braking system. The steel construction and OE-style fitment focus make it a practical replacement for worn or noisy rear hub and bearing assemblies. This part cross-references 92171057 for the same application.

Common Repair Uses

• Rear wheel bearing noise or growling from the hub area
• ABS warning light caused by encoder-related wheel speed signal issues
• Excessive wheel play or looseness at the rear hub
• Vibration or rough rotation from a worn bearing assembly
• Service replacement for rear hub wear on Chevrolet Caprice, Chevrolet SS, or Pontiac G8

Installation Notes and Tips

• Fits 2011-2017 Chevrolet Caprice, rear.
• Fits 2014-2017 Chevrolet SS, rear.
• Fits 2008-2009 Pontiac G8, rear.
• Follow OE service manual torque specifications during installation.
• For Pontiac G8 applications, the notes specify axle nut torque of 110 ft-lbs / 150 Nm, then loosen 180 degrees and re-tighten to 313 ft-lbs / 425 Nm.
• Inspect the axle nut, hub mounting surfaces, and related suspension components before reassembly.

Quality Assurance

MPA Electrical supplies this part as a new Quality-Built Hubs & Bearings component. WH511040 is built for the listed rear applications and is intended to meet the fitment and ABS configuration requirements shown above.