1994 Honda Civic knocking when turning

70,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • MANUAL
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CROOKSEE
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there is a knocking when i turn wheels while driving but happens when i turn corner i was told its the cv joint do i need to change the both drive shafts and both cv joints ...do i need to put new ones on or second hand if second hand how can i tell if they are any good please thanks cal
Jul 30, 2008 at 12:31 PM
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MHPAUTOS
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Hi there,

The basic test is if they knock on lock when turning they are due for replacement, i would not fit second hand units as you have no idea how far they have driven and you may be doing the job again in a few months time.

Mark (mhpautos)
Jul 30, 2008 at 4:16 PM
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