Ticking noise from wheel

2008 SUZUKI SWIFT
45,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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OOUTER
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I'm getting a constant ticking noise coming from the front driver side wheel, the sound speeds up when i go faster, slows down when i go slower, and is at it's worst when i turn the wheel, is this a CV Joint?
Jul 16, 2011 at 12:38 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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yes, it sounds like a failed outer cv joint. the boot is most likely ripped open and the grease is gone. it is a noise that requires immediate attention before the axle breaks and leaves you stranded.

Roy
Jul 16, 2011 at 3:15 AM
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OOUTER
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I had a look at the boots, and they don't appear to be damaged. I took some pictures, as my knowledge is limited to what I can find on the net.. i'm hoping your trained eye might be able to spot something. Below is the link to the photo's i took (only of the driver side)

IF you can't get there, i've attached two images below.
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Jul 16, 2011 at 4:11 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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the boot looks good. it still could be the outer joint being bad. the grease could have solidified and caused the failure.

Roy
Jul 16, 2011 at 4:20 PM