stevew092984
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So I’ve noticed a clicking noise near my front drivers side tire area when I’m turning slowly left. Any idea of what this might be. Thanks
It could very likely be your CV axles. Do you have any rips to tears in your axle boot? Any other pertinent information you can provide?So I’ve noticed a clicking noise near my front drivers side tire area when I’m turning slowly left. Any idea of what this might be. Thanks
Another vote for a bad CV axle. The clicking is a classic sign of a worn joint. But, I've found it's usually the outside wheel on a turn is the one that will click because more pressure is on that tire. So, on a left turn, the right wheel will actually have more force being applied to it. On a right turn, the left wheel will have more force.
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Lets hope its a rock stuck in your tire...
Tim, is that because of shifting weight (as we turn left, the body leans right)?
Definitely clicking from drivers side tire area when I turn hard leftAnother vote for a bad CV axle. The clicking is a classic sign of a worn joint. But, I've found it's usually the outside wheel on a turn is the one that will click because more pressure is on that tire. So, on a left turn, the right wheel will actually have more force being applied to it. On a right turn, the left wheel will have more force.
I'd check for wheel bearing play too. Jack up the wheel, grab it at the 12 o'clock and 6 o'clock positions and push and pull with opposing force to feel for any play in the bearing.
If you determine it's the CV axle going bad, the video below will help you out. You can skip all the rebooting and boot stretch mod because if your axle is clicking, it is done and needs to be replaced.
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The kit is a rebuild kit, the click is here to stay, permanent damage. The kit will just keep dirt/mud out and keep it from getting worse yet click will stay.
The other is well the whole part, no more click and less change in your pocket, your choice.