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Can a CV joint be replaced on a Chevy S10?

Can a CV joint be replaced on a Chevy S10?

Replacing a CV (constant velocity) joint (also known as a half shaft) on a Chevy S10 is not a repair recommended for the inexperienced would-be mechanic.

How many CV axles does a front wheel drive car have?

A typical front-wheel drive car has two CV axles (CV shafts), one at each front wheel. Front CV axle. See also: CV axles in AWD vehicle. Almost all cars, crossovers and SUVs (including electric) and even some pickup trucks have CV axles, see the illustration .

What kind of CV joint does front wheel drive car have?

Typical CV axle (shaft) of a front wheel drive car with a Rzeppa outer CV joint and closed tripod-style inner joint. The inner CV joint can work under small angle too. The design of outer CV-joint allows it to transfer the rotation motion at greater angles.

What causes a CV axle to wear out?

The most common problem for CV axles comes when you have cracked or loose CV boots. This can happen the joints on either side of the axle, but most commonly it happens with the outer CV joint. Without the boot to hold the grease in and dirt out, the joint will lose its lubrication and wear out over time.

Replacing a CV (constant velocity) joint (also known as a half shaft) on a Chevy S10 is not a repair recommended for the inexperienced would-be mechanic.

How many miles does a 2002 Chevy S-10 get?

Since that time it has towed my boats, pulled trucks 3 times its size off the beach, been loaded with 1500 lbs of concrete blocks for home improvement projects, spent a good deal of time off roading in the hills of KY, and all the while took me an additional 72,000 miles. I have now passed the truck to my brother who uses it every day.

Is the Chevy S-10 crew cab LS 4WD?

S-10 Crew Cab LS 4WD! Yes, it is great to drive, and own. After a few full size trucks (and very poor mileage), I was looking for a smaller, more practical family vehicle, and still wanted a truck. My wife has a ’98 Astro Van with the 4.3 Vortec V-6. The S-10 Crew Cab was one of my first choices. Great power, loaded with every possible option.

Where do you put the CV joint on a car?

The knuckle will drop down some when it separates, but the tie rod end and CV joint spindle should still hold it in place. Place the drain bucket under the transaxle where the CV joint enters it.

How do you get a cv shaft out of a car?

Manipulate the spindle of the CV joint out of the hub of the knuckle. Place a large pry bar on the inside base of the CV joint and pry it out of the transaxle. (In some older models, the CV shaft may have a flange and six bolt connection to the transaxle. In that case, remove the bolts and then pry it out.)

The knuckle will drop down some when it separates, but the tie rod end and CV joint spindle should still hold it in place. Place the drain bucket under the transaxle where the CV joint enters it.

How to replace lower ball joint on Chevy Silverado?

This video outlines the complete process of removal and replacement of the upper control arm and lower ball joint on a 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD 4X4 with torsion bar front suspension. The process is similar on many GM trucks and includes tips and tricks to help make the job easy and do it right. The entire process was unedited for time.

Manipulate the spindle of the CV joint out of the hub of the knuckle. Place a large pry bar on the inside base of the CV joint and pry it out of the transaxle. (In some older models, the CV shaft may have a flange and six bolt connection to the transaxle. In that case, remove the bolts and then pry it out.)

How can you tell if your CV joint is bad?

A bad CV joint will exhibit a clunking noise as the transmission engages. A clunking sound, during this phase of testing, can indicate either an inner or outer CV joint failure; if you listen closely, you may be able to tell which side it’s coming from. Accelerate the car to 10 MPH and maintain speed.

What are the symptoms of a bad cv shaft assembly?

1. Loud clicking noises when turning. One of the most common and most noticeable symptoms of a bad or failing CV axle shaft assembly is an audible clicking noise when turning.

How to test the inner CV joint of a car?

How to Test an Inner CV Joint Step 1. Shift the vehicle into drive with your foot on the brake and listen. A bad CV joint will exhibit a clunking… Step 2. Accelerate the car to 10 MPH and maintain speed. Quickly depress the accelerator so that the car shoots up to 20… Step 3. Shift the car into …

A bad CV joint will exhibit a clunking noise as the transmission engages. A clunking sound, during this phase of testing, can indicate either an inner or outer CV joint failure; if you listen closely, you may be able to tell which side it’s coming from. Accelerate the car to 10 MPH and maintain speed.

How to Test an Inner CV Joint Step 1. Shift the vehicle into drive with your foot on the brake and listen. A bad CV joint will exhibit a clunking… Step 2. Accelerate the car to 10 MPH and maintain speed. Quickly depress the accelerator so that the car shoots up to 20… Step 3. Shift the car into

What should I do if I need to replace my CV boot?

The entire steering knuckle (what the wheel, brake disk, brake caliper, and shock/spring system are mounted on) should now be free enough to pull outward. Move it out just enough to remove the axle from the splined hole. Move to the next step if only replacing the boot.

Can a CV axle be reinstalled after replacing?

Don’t worry about damaging the snout threads because the axle will be replaced anyway. If you will be reinstalling the axle install the nut onto the axle threads three turns to offer protection to the threads. This is how you will hold the spindle when removing the CV axle.

How much does it cost to replace a CV joint?

This is much cheaper than replacing the whole CV joint or drive shaft. The CV joint boot replacement costs from $180 to $350. The part is usually not very expensive, but a fair amount of labor is involved to replace it. A CV joint boot is typically sold as a kit, with a fresh grease and new clamps.

Are there any problems with the CV joint?

CV-joint problems. A CV joint doesn’t need any maintenance and can last very long, as long as the protective CV joint boot is not damaged. It’s not uncommon to see a car with over 300,000 miles with still original CV-joints. The most common problem with the CV joints is when the protective boot cracks or gets damaged.

Where are the CV joints on a front wheel drive car?

In front-wheel drive cars, ball-type CV joints are used on the outer side of the drive shafts ( outer CV joints ), while the tripod-type CV joints are mostly used on the inner side ( inner CV joints ). The CV joint boot looks OK. Click for a larger photo

How are the CV joints on a car replaced?

Either the two CV joints on a drive axle can be replaced separately, if necessary. That involves removing the axle, removing the axle boot and then the joint, installing a new joint, new grease and the boot, then, reinstalling the axle in the vehicle.

How many bearings are in a CV joint?

The inner joint has three rollers (a “tripod joint”) and a good range of motion. The outer joint has 5 bearings in a cage and an exceptional range of motion that allows the joint to follow the steering axis on the front wheels. The two CV joints on a drive axle can be replaced separately.

What to do if your CV joint fails?

CV joints use a rubber or silicon boot to hold the grease in the joint. Most CV joint failures begin with a split or torn boot – whether from ordinary wear and tear or getting torn from road debris. At that point, the grease slings out and road grime can enter.

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Ruth Doyle