Technician A says an uneven rumble or a grinding sound indicates possible wheel bearing problems. Technician B says wheel bearings should be checked for wear and looseness by grasping the top and bottom of the tire and trying to wobble the wheel and tire back and forth. Who is correct?

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Both Technician A and Technician B are correct. An uneven rumble or grinding sound can indeed indicate wheel bearing problems, and checking for wear and looseness by grasping the tire and attempting to wobble it is a standard diagnostic procedure for wheel bearings.

Technician a Says an Uneven Rumble or a Grinding Sound