When is it time for a CV axle replacement?
When is it time for a CV axle replacement?
If your car vibrates while driving or clicks loudly while turning, it might be time for a new CV axle. Here at AutoZone, we have CV axle replacement parts that are engineered for your vehicle to meet or exceed OE performance. We’re so confident in them that we offer a limited lifetime warranty. AutoZone makes finding the right part easy.
Where can I get a CV axle for my car?
No matter what make and model you need a CV axle for, you can get the right part at AutoZone. You might not know what a CV axle is, but you’ll notice when you’re driving on a bad one. Put simply, it is an axle that can transfer torque at an angle thanks to CV (constant velocity) joints.
How does a CV axle transfer torque at an angle?
Put simply, it is an axle that can transfer torque at an angle thanks to CV (constant velocity) joints. What is a CV joint? It is a joint consisting of steel balls held in place by a cage.
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.
Do you need to replace CV axles in pairs?
There is no need to replace CV axles in pairs as long as the other axles are in good condition. There are many aftermarket CV axles on the market, but it’s much smarter and safer to use either the factory part from the manufacturer or a replacement of equal quality. The cost to have your CV axle replaced or repaired can vary drastically.
How is the CV axle connected to the transmission?
The CV axle assembly features joints at each end of a short shaft that move to accommodate the many angles it faces as part of a front wheel drive system. Also known as a “half shaft”, the CV axle assembly is connected to the transmission on one end, and to the wheel hub on the other.
What are the symptoms of a bad CV axle?
Bad CV axle symptoms include loud clicking when turning or accelerating and harsh vibration when driving. If the boot is damaged, grease can accumulate on the inside edge of the tire, on the drive shaft, or other underside components near the boot.
Why is a CV axle called a half shaft?
A constant velocity (CV) axle, also called a “half shaft,” is an important part of your vehicle’s drivetrain. It’s responsible for transferring the power from your transmission to your wheels. Because the CV axle is constantly rotating and flexing to accommodate different road conditions,…
