Why does my Volkswagen Jetta have a CV axle?
If turning or putting your Volkswagen Jetta into reverse causes strange clunking noises, you’ve probably got a deteriorating CV axle. Resolve the problem quickly with a new Volkswagen Jetta CV axle from AutoZone. With the right tools and correct installation, count on your Jetta drive axle to keep you moving.
What causes a cv shaft to vibrate while driving?
Another symptom of a bad CV axle is excessive vibrations from the axle while driving. If a CV joint or axle shaft is damaged in any way that affects its balance while rotating, it will cause the shaft to vibrate excessively while operating the vehicle.
Where to get a new drive shaft for a Volkswagen Jetta?
AutoZone has the options that make replacing your driveshaft for Volkswagen Jetta fast and affordable. Purchase your new drive shaft for Volkswagen Jetta online and select Same-Day Store Pickup to save time. If you lack the tools to complete the installation, AutoZone’s Loan-a-Tool program enables you get the job done.
What are the symptoms of a bad CV axle?
1. Loud clicking noises when turning or accelerating. One of the most common and noticeable symptoms of a bad or failing CV axle shaft assembly is an audible clicking noise when turning or accelerating. When CV axles become excessively worn, the constant velocity joints will become loose and click when turning or accelerating.
Can a 6 bolt axle be replaced in a VW?
I noticed the boot of the inner CV joint on the driver side front it completely torn. I’ve watched some videos of replacement procedures but they were all for the 6 bolt flanged axle. I felt comfortable and confident in doing the repair myself with the flanged mount axle.
How do you remove an axle from a VW?
Axle from the car needs no clamp to be removed. If auto theres no bolts on the trans it just slides out i believe. There are four bolts holding the axle in. Three nuts for the lower control arm come out so the arm swings down. One large axle bolt.
How big is a 90mm CV flange?
A bit over 11″ (11.13) and it is a 90mm CV/flange. Just under 12.5″ (12.36) and it is a 100mm CV/flange. There are 2 types of seal, the new types are 50x65x10 in size, while the older seals are 36x58x15 in size. The new seal is 7.5mm wide, and the old seal is 11mm wide, they’re sometimes called ‘fat’ seals.