How to tell which axle is going bad?

Tiny
PETERSONRDT
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  • 2011 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN
  • 2.0L
  • 4 CYL
  • TURBO
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 94,788 MILES
How would you know which one is bad if you hear noise? Wheel burns, axle.
Sunday, February 13th, 2022 AT 11:47 AM

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Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

In most cases, you can tell if a CV axle is going bad by turning the steering sharply in one direction and then gently accelerating. The bad joint will click most times. If you are unable to identify the side from in the vehicle, have a helper stand outside while you do this to determine what side it's coming from. Also, another sign is by inspecting the rubber CV boot. Often times they tear and leak the grease from the joint causing it to fail.

Here is a link that explains in general how one is replaced. Use this as a guide.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/replace-cv-axle

If you look at the pics below, they provide directions specific to your vehicle.

Let me know if this helps or if you have other questions.

Take care,

Joe

See pics below.
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Sunday, February 13th, 2022 AT 8:57 PM

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