when i turn my steering wheel it makes a really loud annoying clicking noise?

1989 ACURA LEGEND
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when i turn my steering wheel it makes a really loud annoying clicking noise. i'm not really sure what it is. i was told it could a cv joint or axle. but i really don't know. could u help me out?? CV axle?
Jan 24, 2008 at 9:22 PM
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Hello,

It sounds like the noise is from a faulty CV axle.
Fist inspect the CV axle. Look for leaking boots. If the boot leaks you will have grease all over the suspension components. When a CV boot leaks it allows dirt and debris enter the joint and make noise.
The CV shaft can also have broken or loose joint when they go bad.

You might find this helpful:

https://youtu.be/dqz72B02UdI

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-a-cv-joint-works
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/replace-cv-axle


I have attached the diagrams for your reference.

Please let me know of any questions.

Thank you.
Aug 20, 2021 at 2:02 PM
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