Car parts and drivetrain components for Audi 100 Avant.
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Common symptoms include severe vibrations under acceleration, unusual noises from underneath the vehicle, or in the worst case, complete loss of drive. If you notice an imbalance, you should inspect both the inner and outer CV joints.
This is often caused by a cracked, corroded or fouled ABS ring located on the outer CV joint. We stock 23 different ABS rings for the Audi 100 Avant so you can quickly resolve the issue.
Yes, the outer CV joint is located closest to the wheel and accommodates steering angles, whereas the inner joint sits next to the gearbox and accommodates suspension travel. They also produce different fault symptoms: outer joints click when cornering, whilst inner joints vibrate under acceleration.
If you catch a split CV boot early enough, before dirt and moisture have entered to damage the joint itself, replacing the boot and repacking it with fresh grease is often sufficient. However, if unusual noises can already be heard, the entire constant velocity joint must be replaced.
A front-wheel-drive Audi 100 Avant has two front drive shafts. If the car is equipped with Quattro four-wheel drive, it also features rear driveshafts and a propeller shaft.
Vibrations under acceleration are a classic symptom of wear in the inner CV joints. This is usually caused by pitting or grooving in the joint housing where the balls or rollers run, creating an imbalance under load.