Hi when i turn corners with full lock there is an odd noise...kind of a rubbing noise.I looked in my haynes manual and sounds like it could be a worn cv joint.any clues??does this sound right.if so are they hard to fix and is it cheap?many thanks
2007-01-29 23:30:05 · 7 answers · asked by landersisthebest 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
CV's click on full lock if they are worn, a rubbing noise could be the steering rack has not been centered properly during steering tracking adjustment, and the tyre is rubbing the inner wing.
2007-01-30 09:55:56 · answer #1 · answered by rookethorne 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am not sure what exactly you mean by "a rubbing noise". But the problem could very well be a CV joint. Try this: -
In a parking lot or other open space ...
[1] Open your driver's side window (so that you can hear better).
[2] Turn the steering wheel to full lock (first one side, then the other).
[3] Drive very slowly in a full circle, listening all the time.
[4] If you hear a CLICKING noise, it is almost certain that your CV joint(s) are worn out.
Replacing a CV joint is not something to attempt yourself, unless you have access to a garage with a hoist (lift).
The easiest, and usually the least expensive, service method is to have a re-manufactured CV driveshaft installed. Replacing an individual CV joint with a new one is usually more expensive, because of labor cost.
2007-01-30 07:47:07 · answer #2 · answered by Gromm's Ghost 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If it's the CV joint it will make a clicking noise not usually a rubbing noise, check the rubber gaiter that covers the CV as it's a split in this that usually causes the CV to get water in it and wear out, by the way if it is the rubber split it's an MOT failure, you can get kits for these that you can glue on yourself there OK but not that good and cost about 20 pounds, I've done a few a bit tricky to put on but will get you through an MOT but will only last about a year. To replace with a proper rubber gaiter you have to take the CV off to get the rubber on which is a garage job really and is about 50 pounds I think. I have had a clicking CV for years they never go completely and if you have a good garage they won't fail it for this alone - but will if the rubber is split.
2007-01-30 07:45:50 · answer #3 · answered by soarer 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Best idea is go to the scrappy and get another driveshaft then its just a matter of a few bolts and pop the shaft out of the gearbox but be quick to get the other shaft back in or you will loose your transmission fluid.
Before taking of the driveshaft at the scrappy get hold of the shaft and check for excessive movement this is a common symptom of CV joint failure this test can be carried out on your car test by twisting the shaft and up and accross movement
2007-02-02 21:58:32 · answer #4 · answered by kremmen001 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
may be a cv joint but before you tear into that job you may want to check your tires for rub marks.springs could be weak,bearings could be shot,strut bearings bad or ball joints,cv joints usually make a clicking sound or a clunk with a vibration when you drive. grab the axle and jerk it around you shouldnt have any movement. also check the rubber boots for tears. if they are the grease is gone and you might as well change the shaft
2007-01-30 08:50:54 · answer #5 · answered by bearman48064 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You have answered you problem..Cost.....about $150 per side...
Good Luck
2007-01-30 07:34:43 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
may just require regreasing dirty orrible job but someones gotta do it!!
2007-01-30 07:38:12 · answer #7 · answered by stuartalan w 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋