it strange how this only starts ocurring 2/300 miles into a trip ? ? could be the splines on driveshaft giving out ?? but i would expect you to hear this from the outset .. there is a TSB about this CV joint... have your local dealer take a look and ask about the TSB .. you may get some $$ off the cost and he will be able to better inform you of the problem after taking a look ??
CREAKING NOISE WHILE TURNING
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN
Reference Number(s): 92-009, Date of Issue: February 1, 1999
ACURA:All Models
CATEGORY:Transaxle
APPLIES TO:All Models
Superceded Bulletin(s): 92-009, Date of Issue: February 7, 1995
Related Ref Number(s): 92-009
ARTICLE BEGINNING
SYMPTOM
NOTE:Supersedes 92-009, dated February 7, 1995
A clicking noise is heard while making right or left turns at 10 mph or less.
PROBABLE CAUSE
Worn outboard driveshaft joint.
The outboard driveshaft joint boot has split, allowing contamination to enter the joint and damage it.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Replace the noisy outboard driveshaft joint.
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
In Warranty: The normal warranty applies.
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
Op. #DescriptionFRT
219181Replace both outer CV joints2.2 hrs.
219186Replace left outer CV joint only1.1 hrs.
219191Replace right outer CV joint only1.1 hrs.
219092Test-drive0.3 hrs.
****Out of warranty : Any repair performed after warranty expiration may be eligible for goodwill consideration by the District Technical Manager or your Zone Office. You must request consideration, and get a decision, before starting work.*****
Defect code: 042
Contention code: B07
Failed part: Use the replacement part number
Skill level: Repair Technician
PARTS INFORMATION
Refer to the Parts Catalog or Parts Information Bulletin 95-0004 for the appropriate outboard joint kit application and part number.
Nov 28, 2008 at 6:08 AM
