CV Joint Clicking Noise: Causes and Fixes
A clicking noise when you turn is a classic CV joint warning. A Cranbourne West specialist explains what it means, what causes it, and why fixing it early is cheaper.
The tell-tale clicking
A rhythmic clicking or knocking when turning, especially on full lock or accelerating around a corner, is the classic sign of a worn outer CV (constant-velocity) joint. It usually gets worse over time and louder the tighter you turn.
A clunk when pulling away can point to an inner CV joint instead.
What causes CV joints to fail
CV joints are packed with grease and sealed by a rubber boot. The usual cause of failure is a split boot — once it tears, grease flings out and grit gets in, and the joint wears quickly. Catching a split boot early can save the whole joint.
That’s why we check CV boots at every service.
Fixing it early saves money
A torn boot caught early is a cheap repair; a worn-out CV joint is a bigger one; and a joint that fails completely can leave you stranded. Acting on the first click is the cheapest path.
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CV Joint Clicking Noise: Causes and Fixes — FAQ
A rhythmic clicking or knocking when turning, worse on full lock or accelerating around corners. Inner joints can clunk when pulling away.
Usually a split CV boot — grease escapes and grit gets in, wearing the joint quickly. Catching a torn boot early can save the joint.
Only briefly — a failing joint can eventually break and leave you stranded. Get it checked promptly.
If caught before the joint is damaged, yes — a much cheaper fix than the whole joint.
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