Transmission & Drivetrain (A2/A3)Question 21 of 120
A clicking noise from the front of a FWD vehicle that increases when turning sharply is most likely caused by:
a.A worn wheel bearing
b.A worn outer CV joint
c.A leaking transmission seal
d.An unbalanced tire
Explanation
A worn outer CV joint clicks under the load of a sharp turn, and the noise usually worsens with steering angle. A torn boot that allowed grease loss is a frequent cause. Wheel bearing noise, by contrast, is typically a steady drone that changes with vehicle speed.
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