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Can you drive with a broken ball joint?
No, it is not safe to drive with a broken ball joint. A broken ball joint can cause a loss of steering control, leading to a potential accident. It is important to have it repaired before driving again.
What is ball joint?
In an automobile, a ball joint is a spherical bearing that connects the control arm to the steering knuckle.
Can bad rotors make a steering wheel shake when turning corners?
Only if you are braking at the time. A more likely cause is a failing CV joint or a worn ball joint.
What would cause loss of steering on a 1999 Ford Expedition?
Ball joint, tierod end separation; loose pitman arm, etc.
What is a k5273 ball joint on your car?
1997-98 Pontiac Grand Am front lower ball joint. This is part of the steering and front suspension of the vehicle.
Is a ball joint a load carrying joint or locating joint?
The vehicle load is supported by the springs, or if so equipped, torsion bars. But the ball joint or joints take a good deal of stress from steering and especially driving on rough or bumpy roads, transmitted through the wheel and steering knuckle.
How do you replace the lower ball joint on a 2000 Lincoln ls?
It must be replaced as an assembly with the entire steering knuckle. If you check ebay, there might be just the ball joint for sale, but it will need to be pressed into your old steering knuckle.
What does a ball joint splitter do?
It is a tool mechanics use to separate the ball joint from the bracket or steering knuckle. The ball joint stud is tightened into a hole that is tapered (morse taper). Removing the nut will not separate it without force.
What The purpose of a ball joint in the steering system?
The ball joint allows the knuckle/wheel/tire assembly to turn during the wheels complete range of suspension travel.
What is the clunking sound on the front tire when you turn in a 2006 Chrysler pacifica?
Worn ball joint, rotors out of round, or belt busted on the tire
1993 civic lower ball joint?
Must be pressed in. Remove steering knuckle and take it to a shop The ball joint was 25 and the shop I went to charged 75 to press it in
Will the ball joint cause tires to go bad?
A worn ball joint will cause tires to wobble or rotate in odd ways, causing uneven tread wear. If you suspect a bad ball joint get it professionally checked or changed ASAP.
