CV Axle Essentials
A 10-part TrakMotive video series covering CV axle operation, troubleshooting, removal, and installation, with practical tips to help technicians diagnose problems and complete repairs correctly.
CV Axle 101: What It Is and How It Works
Lesson 1 of 10
How CV axles work, what the inner and outer joints do, and why protecting the boots matters.
What Sets TrakMotive CV Axles Apart from the Competition
Lesson 2 of 10
Why TrakMotive CV axles fit right the first time and hold up: 100% new, ISO-certified, OE-quality materials.
OE Quality Materials: What It Means for Performance
Lesson 3 of 10
What "OE-quality materials" really means inside a TrakMotive CV axle, from the shaft to the grease.
Precision Fit Matters
Lesson 4 of 10
How OE tolerances, precision splines and pre-installed ABS rings make TrakMotive CV axles fit right the first time.
New vs. Remanufactured: Why New Wins
Lesson 5 of 10
Why a 100% new CV axle beats a remanufactured one for fit, quality and fewer comebacks.
Axles Built for Lifted, Work & Everyday Vehicles
Lesson 6 of 10
How TrakMotive matches the right CV axle to stock, lifted and work vehicles.v
Diagnosing Clicking Sounds While Turning
Lesson 7 of 10
What a clicking noise while turning means, where it comes from, and how to confirm it before replacing the axle.
Pre-Install Checks & Fixing Vibration After Replacement
Lesson 8 of 10
What to check before installing a CV axle, and how to diagnose vibration after replacement.
Spotting and Preventing CV Boot Damage
Lesson 9 of 10
How to spot CV boot damage early, what causes splits and leaks, and how to avoid a costly axle replacement.
Tips for Removing Stubborn CV Axles
Lesson 10 of 10
Pro tips for freeing stuck CV axles safely without damaging the transmission, seals or suspension.