Why is the front end of my truck popping?

Why is the front end of my truck popping?

Older vehicles (mainly trucks) with ball joints in their front suspensions can generate popping sounds when turning or going over bumps. If that happens, it’s time to have them checked out. Popping sounds when going over bumps or turning sharply can also be a sign of worn shock absorbers or worn out struts.

How do you change a rear axle bearing?

1. Remove the Rear Backing Plate.
2. Locate and Remove Pivot Pin Bolt.
3. Remove the Pinion Pin.
4. Remove the C Clip and Axle.
5. Remove the Axle Seal.
6. Remove and Install Axle Bearing.
7. Install the Axle Seal.
8. Reinstall the Axle.

How much does it cost to replace rear axle bearings?

Rear Wheel Bearings To replace both rear bearings, you can expect to pay somewhere around $200 – $400 for both parts and labor. In the unlikely event that you have bad front & rear wheel bearings, you will be looking at a fairly costly repair. Replacing all 4 bearings is likely to have a total cost around $1,000.

How do you know if your axle seal is leaking?

5 Signs and Symptoms of A Leaking Axle Shaft

1. Oil Stains On Your Driveway. Puddles of oil on your driveway are usually one of the earliest signs of an axle seal leak.
2. Strange Fluid Behind the Wheel.
3. Dampness around the Seal.
4. Pro Tip: Get Regular Oil Changes.

Is a wheel seal and axle seal the same thing?

One that seals the gear oil in the housing. This seal is at the end of the axle tube and it rides on the wheel bearing retainer. The second is a seal that keeps dust out of the backing plate.

What are front axle seals?

In a car, an axle seal is the part that seals the connection of a CV axle (driveshaft) to the transmission or rear differential. The job of an axle seal is to keep the transmission fluid or differential oil from leaking out. A transfer case seal might also be referred to as an axle seal.