Timken 512173 Wheel Bearing and Hub Assembly - Rear

Timken 512173 Rear Hub Assembly for Acura CL

Timken 512173 is a rear wheel bearing and hub assembly built for 2001-2003 Acura CL applications. It combines OE-developed testing, precision bearing construction, and low-runout design to support quieter operation, stable braking feel, and consistent wheel-speed signal performance.

Key Features

• Fits 2001-2003 Acura CL, rear
• Non-driven wheel bearing and hub assembly
• 5 wheel studs with a 4.5 in. bolt circle diameter
• Flange diameter: 5.984 in. (152 mm)
• Wheel pilot diameter: 2.52 in. (64 mm)
• Brake pilot diameter: 2.52 in. (64 mm)
• Low runout design helps reduce noise and vibration
• Premium seals help resist contamination and support seal life
• ABS sensor is 100% tested for wheel-speed monitoring

Detailed Description

Timken 512173 is engineered as a rear hub assembly for the Acura CL, with precision internal geometry and refined surface finishes that support load capacity and bearing life. The assembly uses premium seals with reinforced construction and contamination control features to help maintain sealing performance in demanding driveline and axle service. For drivers searching for a rear wheel bearing and hub assembly for 2001-2003 Acura CL models, this part number provides a direct replacement option with the correct 5-lug, 4.5-inch bolt pattern and non-driven rear application. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., BR930235) for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Wheel bearing noise from worn rear hub components
• Vibration or roughness felt through the chassis
• Brake pulsation concerns related to hub runout
• ABS warning issues tied to wheel-speed signal problems
• Loose or inconsistent wheel mounting at the rear hub

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm rear position, bolt circle diameter, flange dimensions, and wheel pilot measurements before installation. On 2001-2003 Acura CL vehicles, verify ABS connector routing and sensor alignment during replacement. Clean the mounting surface thoroughly and inspect adjacent brake and suspension components for wear before final assembly.

Quality Assurance

Timken manufactures hub bearing assemblies using OE-developed testing and controlled design, material, and process standards. The 512173 hub assembly also uses a 100% tested ABS sensor to monitor wheel speed for anti-lock braking system operation.