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Originally posted by LowBattery
Haha... what is a CV joint?  And would a bad one also cause this problem?
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Sudden CV joint failures are rare, but the joints do wear out and can fail as a result of loss of lubrication or grease contamination (usually due to a failed boot). A CV joint that’s failing usually produces various symptoms:
A popping or clicking noise when turning. This almost always indicates a worn or damaged outer CV joint. A quick way to verify this condition is to put the car in reverse, crank the steering wheel to one side and drive the vehicle backwards in a circle (check the rearview mirror first!). If the noise gets louder, it confirms the diagnosis and the need for a new joint or replacement shaft assembly.
Is that basic enough for you???