Helpful tips

Can I still drive with a bad CV axle?

Can I still drive with a bad CV axle?

You can drive on a damaged CV joint for a little while at least, but there’s no telling how long it will last. CV joint failure: In a worst case scenario, your CV joint will fail. Essentially, this will break the axle, leaving you with a car that won’t go anywhere.

Will my tire fall off with a bad wheel bearing?

A bad wheel bearing can lead to uneven tire wear, which means you will have to purchase tires sooner. If a wheel bearing is missing, it is not recommended you drive the vehicle at all as the wheel can fall off entirely while the vehicle is in motion.

What happens if you keep driving on a bad wheel bearing?

Q: Is it safe to drive with a bad wheel bearing? A: No. It can, in fact, be very dangerous to drive if one of your bearings is worn out, especially since it may cause the wheel to stop while driving. Additionally, a damaged wheel bearing puts a lot of stress on the hub, the CV joint, and the transmission itself.

How can you tell if you have a bad wheel bearing?

Here are some indicators of a worn wheel hub bearing or other wheel-end damage:Snapping, clicking or popping. Grinding when the vehicle is in motion. Knocking or clunking. Humming, rumbling or growling. Wheel vibration and/or wobble. Shudder, shimmy or vibration at a constant speed.