Fiat Ducato

The most common signs are strong vibrations through the body under acceleration or a clicking noise when turning. If the vibrations stop when you ease off the throttle, it is often the inner joint or the shaft itself that is worn.

No, there are significant differences depending on whether you have a standard Ducato or a Ducato Maxi, as well as which engine and gearbox the vehicle is fitted with. Always check the splines and dimensions against your vehicle's exact make, model and engine.

A very common fault on the Fiat Ducato is that the ABS ring on the CV joint cracks due to corrosion. This disrupts the signal to the sensor and illuminates the warning light. We stock replacement rings that resolve this without needing to replace the complete joint.

It is a technical job that requires the correct tools and a sound knowledge of the suspension. Because the Ducato is a heavy commercial vehicle, heavy-duty equipment is needed to undo the hub nut and suspension arms.

The Maxi model often features heavier-duty drive shafts, larger CV joints, and sometimes a different tooth count on the ABS ring to handle the higher gross vehicle weight and larger brakes.

We recommend a visual inspection at every service or wheel change. A split CV boot quickly allows dirt to penetrate and destroy the CV joint, resulting in a substantially more expensive repair.