1991 Honda Accord Turn Knocking

1991 HONDA ACCORD
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I have a 1991 Honda Accord with 145000 miles.

When I make a turn (right or left) there is a 'knocking' or 'clicking' sound that seems to get louder when I accelerate. About 8 months ago it was making the same noise when I'd make a right turn, so I took it to the mechanic where they replaced the RF CV axle but the sound is back now.. :? and worse than it was before. So my question is
what should I have replaced or repaired (CV joints/boots/shaft?) and How much should i look forward to spending? I'd like to go the cheapest route. Thanks!!
Jun 24, 2006 at 6:19 AM
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BRUCE HUNT
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I would be that they replaced just one at that time right? If not, warranty! They should be a lifetime component. Try looking under the car at the axles. Each side should have two boots, some newer have three but look at the boots. Did the mechanic replace the CV axle(s) or just put on new boots? By looking at the boots you are looking for rips or tears in the boot and probably a greasy mess. It sounds like CV problems.
Jun 25, 2006 at 3:23 PM

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Inspect both CV axles and their boots for rips, tears, and grease leakage. Confirm whether the earlier repair replaced the full right-front axle or only the boots, and check any warranty if only one side was replaced. The turning click that worsens under acceleration points to a CV axle or joint problem on the other side or a failed replacement.

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The owner of a 1991 Honda Accord with 145,000 miles reports a knocking or clicking noise during left and right turns that gets louder when accelerating. A right-front CV axle was replaced about eight months ago, but the noise returned and is worse. The expert says this sounds like a CV problem, advises checking whether only one axle was replaced and whether that work is under warranty, and recommends inspecting the axle boots for tears and grease.

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