Pontiac 88972759 Boot Kit,Front Wheel Drive Shaft Tri, Pot & Cv Joint

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With the wheels on the ground, rock the steering wheel gently back and forth to check for excessive free play, which may indicate worn bearings, yokes, ball joints, or steering system joints. Other symptoms such as body movement, swaying, and binding during steering may indicate faulty components. Check the shock absorbers by pushing down on each corner of the vehicle and ensuring it returns to a level position within one or two bounces. Listen for squeaks and noises from the suspension components. Raise the vehicle and inspect the tires for irregular wear patterns and proper inflation. Inspect the universal joint, steering gear housing, dust seals, boots, steering linkage, tie-rod ends, and all suspension and steering components for looseness, damage, loose bolts, broken or disconnected parts, and deteriorated rubber bushings. Check the steering components for free movement, chafing, and binding. Move each control arm up and down to check for play in the ball joints. Inspect the ball joint boots for damage and leaking grease. Check the CV boots for tears, cracks, and loose clamps, as they are important for preventing damage to the CV joints.

If the outer CV joint is worn, you should purchase a new one along with a new axleshaft.