How CV-joints Works
CV Axle Joint Working Of Car CV-Joints This article explain how an automotive CV joint works. This information pertains to all front wheel drive and independent suspension vehicles. CV Joint Axle and Boot A CV joint (constant velocity) joint is a type of multi-ball flex joint that connects two fixed rotating shafts and is designed to transfer force from the transmission to the drive tries. Theses joints have a range of motion that is more broad than conventional U joints . CV joints are also designed to deliver engine torque evenly throughout their range of motion were as U joints give isolated movement in extreme angles. Consisting of a series of hardened metal balls encased within a housing while using an inner metal cross (center) in which the axle is connected. These joints can be disassembled and inspected by removing the axle and forcing the inner cross beyond center. This will allow the balls to be removed and reassembled. Once serviced a graphite based grease i...