I have a loud squeal in the left front wheel of my 2002 Rancher. Is this more likely the brakes or a wheel bearing? Or could it be something else.

Thanks

 

Well if its squealing when you apply the brakes then its the brakes. If not then its a bearing. Either way you need to jack it up and see if you can move the wheel. Not spin it but wiggle it. There shouldn't be any play in this. You may just have mud packed in there and need to clean and grease it. Time for some maintenance.

 

I agree