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Center Support Bearing Replacement Service

How much does a Center Support Bearing Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a Oldsmobile 98 Center Support Bearing Replacement is $418 with $190 for parts and $228 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
1993 Oldsmobile 98V6-3.8LService typeCenter Support Bearing ReplacementEstimate$767.61Shop/Dealer Price$908.90 - $1272.01
1991 Oldsmobile 98V6-3.8LService typeCenter Support Bearing ReplacementEstimate$713.61Shop/Dealer Price$854.95 - $1218.09
1981 Oldsmobile 98V8-5.0LService typeCenter Support Bearing ReplacementEstimate$613.86Shop/Dealer Price$734.37 - $1041.81
1985 Oldsmobile 98V6-3.8LService typeCenter Support Bearing ReplacementEstimate$713.61Shop/Dealer Price$854.89 - $1217.98
1994 Oldsmobile 98V6-3.8LService typeCenter Support Bearing ReplacementEstimate$713.61Shop/Dealer Price$854.99 - $1218.16
1981 Oldsmobile 98V6-4.1LService typeCenter Support Bearing ReplacementEstimate$685.12Shop/Dealer Price$823.44 - $1184.33
1986 Oldsmobile 98V6-3.8LService typeCenter Support Bearing ReplacementEstimate$727.11Shop/Dealer Price$868.08 - $1230.94
1981 Oldsmobile 98V8-5.7L DieselService typeCenter Support Bearing ReplacementEstimate$619.34Shop/Dealer Price$738.79 - $1041.76
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What is the Center Support Bearing all about?

While many of the cars on the road today use a front-wheel drive format, there are plenty of rear-wheel drive vehicles out there. These range from trucks to SUVs to passenger cars, and they all use drive shafts that connect the transmission to the rear differential in order to turn the rear wheels.

However, in very long drive shafts made with two sections, strains are problematic. A center support bearing is used to provide support for the shaft, reduce strain on drivetrain components, and allow the shaft to turn freely. It is a universal joint that allows free motion even if the shaft isn’t fully straight. If the center support bearing is worn, seized, or damaged, you will hear excessive squeaking noises or experience a “binding” feeling when driving.

Keep in mind:

  • Replacing the center support bearing will require removing at least part of the drive shaft.
  • Driving with a failed or failing center support bearing can cause serious damage to the transmission, the differential, or the drive shaft.

How it's done:

  • The vehicle is raised and supported on jack stands
  • The transmission drive shaft with the center support bearing is removed from vehicle
  • The defective center support bearing is removed from the driveshaft
  • The new center support bearing is installed to the driveshaft and driveshaft is re-installed
  • The vehicle is removed from jack stands and road tested for proper operation

Our recommendation:

Your center support bearing should be inspected on a regular basis (during normal maintenance, such as an oil change) for signs of wear and tear. It should be replaced by one of our expert mechanics immediately if they notice any damage.

What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the Center Support Bearing?

  • Grinding/squealing noise when the vehicle is moving
  • A feeling of resistance/lack of performance

How important is this service?

Because the center support bearing upholds the drive shaft and ensures that it can spin freely, part failure is a serious concern. If the bearing freezes, you can easily damage transmission components, differential components, or even the drive shaft itself. We recommend immediate replacement.

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Oldsmobile 98 V8-6.5L - Car is not starting Inspection - Franklin, Tennessee
Ronnie was awesome. Knowledgeable and helpful. I would recommend.

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by Melinda
Oldsmobile 98 V6-3.8L - Crankshaft Position Sensor - McKinney, Texas
Fast, efficient and extremely convenient. Joseph is friendly and knowledgable on the necessary repairs and did it for a fair price. We will be using him again in the very near future.

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Oldsmobile 98 V6-3.8L - Electric Problems - Las Vegas, Nevada
MIlton informed that the part I understood I needed, I didn't and that my car requires further diagnostic to determine my issue,

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Oldsmobile 98 V8-7.5L - Car is not starting - Carrollton, Texas
Edmar was very knowledgeable and helpful with his recommendations. I really like the Your Mechanic service offering thus far.

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