If a CV Joint suddenly fails during operation, it can lead to significant inconvenience, particularly if spare parts are not readily available. The durability of the CV Joint is largely dependent on the vehicle’s strength, with cover damage being the most common issue encountered.
The cup-shaped shell that encloses the universal joint of the Joint is susceptible to cracking under excessive pressure. Once damaged, it alters the track of steel balls used for torque transfer, leading to abnormal displacement in both internal star sleeve and steel ball. The consequences of continuous driving with such a malfunctioning component are dire. There are numerous criteria for assessing whether the CV Joint is damaged or showing signs of damage, which can be distilled into a few fundamental points: firstly, whether there is a sound akin to clutch plate friction emanating from this component; secondly, whether any wheel exhibits significant loss of traction; and thirdly, whether there are any anomalous sounds that should not be present.
Protect your car’s CV joint by developing good driving habits. EMMITY brand reminds you to be aware of the following situations.
Have you ever had the following situations?
1.”The steering wheel is unresponsive.”
The steering wheel cage is most vulnerable when the steering angle reaches its limit. If you need to move your vehicle in a certain direction, try not to press too hard on the accelerator.Because，the angle between the inner part of the CV Joint and the edge of the shell has reached its limit. At such a significant angle, abnormal lateral extension may occur throughout the entire shell of the CV Joint, resulting in a more pronounced “clictking” sound. However, if you have to do this, easing off the throttle or turning back a bit will greatly reduce the burden on the CV Joint.
2.”Use reverse gear to help other vehicles out of trouble”
Not as a last resort, I strongly advise against using reverse gear to assist another vehicle. When towing with a tow rope attached to the front frame’s tow hook, reversing will cause excessive load on the front axle of your car, particularly on its two CV Joint. In that case, the first thing to go is the CV Joint at the end of the system. Don’t take any chances. Climbing even a small slope backwards can lead to very bad results.
3.”The wheels were idling”
Wheel idling is another CV Joint killer.When the wheels are rotating at a speed of 100 kilometers per hour in mid-air and suddenly make contact with the ground to gain traction, the entire power train on that side of your vehicle will experience a significant impact, with the CV Joint bearing the brunt of this force. After numerous such maneuvers, your CV Joint may be on the verge of failure.
