Car parts and drivetrain components for Toyota IST.
The most common sign is a clicking or knocking noise when making sharp turns at low speeds. If the noise disappears when driving straight ahead, it is almost certainly a worn outer CV joint.
Yes, if you catch a split CV boot early before dirt has entered and the grease has escaped, you can save money by simply replacing the boot and repacking it with fresh grease.
Vibrations during acceleration, which often disappear when you lift off the accelerator, are a classic symptom of a worn inner CV joint. This is caused by play developing within the joint's internal raceways.
Our kits are complete for installation and typically include the CV joint itself, a model-specific CV boot, high-quality grease, circlips, and the necessary clamps.
When you select your car's make, model, and engine in our shop, we guarantee that the displayed parts will fit your vehicle. Should anything unexpectedly not fit, we will help you exchange it for the correct part without any fuss.
It requires some mechanical knowledge and the correct tools, such as a puller and a torque wrench. For an experienced DIY mechanic it is entirely feasible, but we always recommend following the vehicle's workshop manual.