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The short version
- The 240SX wheel bearing chart is simple: one front number, one rear number, across S13 and S14 alike.
- Front is 510031, a press-in ball bearing, for the full 1990-1998 run.
- Rear is 512014, a bearing module, same years.
- Drift-built cars load rear bearings far harder than commuting, and surviving chassis have often eaten several sets.
Few Nissans carry a heavier drift tax than the 240SX, a car built for daily driving that ended up sideways more often than straight. The wheel bearing chart stayed simple through both chassis generations, S13 and S14 alike.
One chart, two chassis
The 240SX front wheel bearing is a press-in ball bearing, number 510031, unchanged from the S13 through the S14.
The rear uses a bearing module, number 512014, across the same 1990-1998 span.
Nissan 240SX wheel bearing part numbers
| Years | Detail | Number |
|---|---|---|
| 1990-1998 | Front, press-in ball bearing | 510031 check price |
| 1990-1998 | Rear, bearing module | 512014 check price |
Every model year this chart resolves: 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997 and 1998.
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Lookups run through the cross reference page.
Knuckle swaps are common on heavily modified 240SX chassis, often pulled from other Nissan models entirely. When that happens, match the wheel bearing to the installed knuckle, not the year on the title.
Match the old part before ordering on any car with a known suspension swap.
The drift tax car
The 240SX built its reputation sideways, not straight, and drift events load a rear wheel bearing far beyond anything a commute produces. Surviving chassis have usually gone through several sets of rear bearings already.
Inspect the rear bearing after every drift event, not just when a noise appears. Nissan’s wider lineup sits at the Nissan vehicles hub, alongside 350Z wheel bearing coverage.
Diagnosing a Nissan 240SX wheel bearing
- Listen for a hum under load. A worn 240SX wheel bearing growls or hums, louder under hard cornering than at steady speed.
- Check for noise that shifts with direction. A hum that grows in one direction points to that side; see this cornering noise guide.
- Rule out the tires. Drift tires wear unevenly fast, and tire noise is often mistaken for a bearing.
- Check for play by hand. Jack up each corner and rock the tire at 12 and 6 o’clock, a method covered in the wheel bearing check guide.
- Inspect after any hard impact. A curb hit during a drift event can damage a bearing without an immediate symptom, so check after any harsh impact.
Common questions
Does the S13 and S14 240SX share the same wheel bearing numbers?
Yes. Both chassis use the same 510031 front and 512014 rear numbers across the full 1990-1998 run.
Is the 240SX rear wheel bearing the same thing as an axle bearing?
Not exactly, the two get confused often. See the difference between axle and wheel bearings before ordering the wrong part.
Does drifting wear out a 240SX wheel bearing faster?
Yes. Sideways loading during a drift event stresses the rear bearing far more than normal commuting.
Should a heavily modified 240SX match the wheel bearing by year?
Not always. Knuckle swaps are common on modified chassis, so match the bearing to the installed knuckle instead.
What is the front 240SX wheel bearing part number?
The front number is 510031, a press-in ball bearing, for every year from 1990 through 1998.