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Constant Velocity Joint: Testing and Inspection

CLICKING NOISE IN TURNS

    Worn or damaged outboard joint.

CLUNK WHEN ACCELERATING FROM COAST TO DRIVE

    Worn or damaged constant velocity joint.

SHUDDER OR VIBRATION DURING ACCELERATION

1.

Excessive C.V. joint angle.

2.

Incorrect toe in or out.

3.

Incorrect trim height.

4.

Worn or damaged inboard or outboard C.V. joints.

5.

Sticking tri-pot joint spider assembly.

VIBRATION AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS

1.

Out-of-balance front tires or wheels.

2.

Out-of-round front tires.

3.

Worn C.V. joint.

4.

Binding or tight C.V. joint.

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