How to detect worn constant-velocity joints?

I was told that constant-velocity joints start making noise when the car tunrs; when the wear increases they make noise even when the car runs straight. Could you give tips that allow to detect which one of these is worn? Thank you very much in advance.

Reply to
Jean Castonguay
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They usually fail when the boots fail. So check the boots every time you change the oil.

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JimV

The noise is usually a clicking on turns, bumps, anything that causes the joint to flex.

Reply to
Gary

to test the joints:

Outer: Try to move the axle on its axis, in and out of the joint, Free play should be minimal.

Inner joint: Is designed to go in and out so the only test would be to try moving it up and down. Make sure you differentiate between the play inside the joint and the play between the joint and the differential.

Normally the noise would be enough to tell you which side and which one is defective.

Jean Cast> I was told that constant-velocity joints start making noise when the

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AS

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