Exam 124: Drive Shafts and Cv Joint Service

Technician A says that the outer portion of the driveshaft can be used as a slide hammer to pop the inboard CV joint out of the transaxle. Technician B says that you should not hammer on the outer end of the outboard CV joint to get it out of the hub. Which technician is correct?

It is recommended by many experts that an air impact wrench not be used to remove or install the drive axle shaft nut because the impacting force can damage the hub bearing.

Most outboard CV joints are held onto the driveshaft by using a ________ at the end of the shaft.

The last step after replacing a defective CV boot is to ________.

A cardan-type U-joint may require what tool(s) to replace?

When replacing U-joints, a special tool must be used to press onto both sides of the joint to sheer the plastic retainer.

Technician A hammers on a tie rod stud to break the taper with the steering knuckle. Technician B uses a special puller to separate the tie rod stud from the steering knuckle. Which technician is correct?

A defective (collapsed) engine mount on a front-wheel drive vehicle can cause a vibration.

Front and rear drive shaft U-joint working angles should be within ________ degrees of each other.

A defective outer CV joint will usually make a ________.

The most common complaint from CV joint failure is noise while turning.

Two technicians are discussing FWD driveshaft service. Technician A says that removal of the driveshaft usually requires partial disassembly of the front suspension. Technician B says that the first step in driveshaft removal is to loosen the front hub nut. Which technician is correct?

What is the purpose of the wedge shown in this drawing?

A clunk noise from the drive line may be the result of excessive rear differential backlash.

FWD driveshaft problems are usually indicated by ________.

When servicing a drive shaft, technician A says that its a good idea to tape the U-joint caps to prevent them from coming off. Technician B says that needle bearings are used with these type U-joints. Which technician is correct?

Technician A says that CV joint grease with a gritty texture is contaminated. Technician B says that any visible crack in the CV boot indicates contaminated joint grease. Which technician is correct?

The splines of the drive shaft yoke should be lubricated to prevent ________.

In overdrive gear, the driveshaft rotates slower than the engine.

What needs to be removed to replace a drive axle shaft from a front wheel drive vehicle?