How do I know if my left rear axle is bad?
4 Signs of a Bad CV Axle/Half Shaft
- Vibration While Driving. This is a tricky one, since there are many things that could cause vibration when you drive.
- A Knocking Sound. Keep an ear out for a knocking or clunking sound, especially a rhythmic one.
- “Clicking” Noises When Turning.
Can you drive with a loose CV axle?
In a front-wheel drive car, the axles are connected to the wheels with Constant Velocity (CV) joints. A severely worn out CV joint can even disintegrate while you’re driving and make the car undrivable. You may lose control of the vehicle entirely. It is not safe to drive with a damaged CV joint.
Can a bad CV axle cause loose steering?
Generally, when the CV joints deteriorate and cease functioning properly, the car’s ability to turn becomes compromised. This can in turn cause the steering wheel to feel unduly heavy or difficult to turn.
Can a CV axle be replaced on a Toyota Camry?
Here’s a video on the passenger side cv axle replacement performed on a Toyota Camry. This is a longer axle where the axle is “split” in the center by a support bearing. Here’s a video of a axle shaft removal and seal replacement on a Toyota Highlander.
Where is the CV bearing housing on a Camry?
The Camry inner CV axle is recessed into the differential allowing no room to position a pry bar to “pop” the axle out. However, the inner CV bearing housing has three prongs or “ears” that provide a place where a pry tool can push.
How much does it cost to replace a seal on a Camry?
The cost of a new seal usually runs less than $10. The outer part of the axle shaft can be separated from the steering knuckle by disconnecting the lower ball joint from the lower control arm. On the Camry and some other models, it requires less time and effort to detach the suspension strut from the steering knuckle.