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HOMESERVICE MANUALSPONTIAC1987FIREBIRD TRANS AM, 5.0 H, AUTOMATICLABOR TIMESOTHER VARIANTSUSPENSIONWHEEL AND TIRE SYSTEMSWHEEL BEARINGREMOVE & REPLACE
1987 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am, 5.0 H, Automatic
Wheel Bearing: Remove & Replace
1987 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am, 5.0 H, AutomaticSECTION Remove & Replace
WARNING: This page is about the Firebird Base, 2.8 S, Automatic, which is a different variant/trim than selected.
Includes: Replace Inner and/or Outer Bearings, Cups, Seals and repack (where applicable).| Applies To | Note | Standard Hours | Warranty Hours | Skill Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RWD, Rear,w/C-Lock Axle,Both | 1.5 | 0.8 | B | |
| RWD, Rear,w/C-Lock Axle,One Side | 1.0 | 0.7 | B | |
| RWD, Rear,w/o C-Lock Axle,Both | 1.4 | 1.0 | B | |
| RWD, Rear,w/o C-Lock Axle,One Side | 0.8 | 0.6 | B | |
| Front,Both | 2.0 | B | ||
| Front,One Side | 1.0 | B | ||
| Additional Procedure: WHEEL BEARING: Remove & Replace: | ||||
| Both,w/Rear Disc Brakes add | 0.8 | B | ||
| One Side,w/Rear Disc Brakes add | 0.5 | B | ||
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.