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Old Feb 26, 2005 | 11:16 PM
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Ticking noise when i turn wheel

lately i've noticed that everytime i turn my wheels i here this ticking noise from the the drivers wheel. i cant see anything that hanging o..
have any ideas what it could be?
Old Feb 26, 2005 | 11:46 PM
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I have a good idea that it will be the driver's side cv axle. Check the boot area to make sure no grease is being flung, but I have a feeling that it is.
Old Feb 26, 2005 | 11:51 PM
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If the boot is cracked it'll make a clunk noise. A ticking noise is bearings.
Old Feb 27, 2005 | 07:30 AM
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Is the noise there as the car is moving ie. making the turn? Or just sitting in place turning the wheel with the car stationary? Is it a clunking or a light click?
Old Feb 27, 2005 | 08:44 AM
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bad cv joint will not necessarily make a clunking noise as Arnold said, sometimes you will just get the ticking.....depends on how bad its worn...
Old Feb 27, 2005 | 12:18 PM
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ok so most of you say its CV..
how much is it to replace this damn thing .. and is it a diy?
Old Feb 27, 2005 | 08:23 PM
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Usually you replace the entire axle. The do it yourselfness depends on how capable you are. It doesn't require any special tools other than a big a$$ socket to remove the axle nut. I've done them myself and I think you could too.
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