**CLICKING NOISE**
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**CLICKING NOISE**
02 C5 3.0 FWD when i accelerate turning right its make some clicking noise..well i replace CV boot cuz it was torn apart but clicking noise still there. could it be the CV outer joint? any suggestions would be great..my hands are somewhat new to AUDI's so please help brotha out...hey thanks in advance
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Yes. Outer CV is damaged.
UNless you catch it almost immediately, the torn boot allows grease to escape and dirt to enter. The joint dies within days/weeks depending.
You need to replace the outer joint. Get a good one, many cheap rebuilt axles are garbage.
Grant
You need to replace the outer joint. Get a good one, many cheap rebuilt axles are garbage.
Grant
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When you replaced the boot how did you clean and relube the joint? These joints are often...
DIY recoverable if disassembled, cleaned and inspected for race damage. BTDT on one that ran for 4 months in winter sand and slush awaiting good weaather. But if you are using a hired wrench, have the joint replaced with new, NOT with a rebuilt axle.
If one boot has gone, replace the other outside one before it greases up that wheel well.
If one boot has gone, replace the other outside one before it greases up that wheel well.
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He's right. If it's clicking, it's done for. First clue for future boot issues may be
if you notice some grease on your wheels when you wash the car. I make a habit of loooking around there every couple of weeks or so anyway.
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