Increase Your Sales Opportunities with New Intermediate Shafts
NAPA® New Premium C.V. Axles continues its commitment in providing leading market coverage to help maximize your sales opportunities. This includes our new Intermediate Shaft program that has been recently expanded to 62 SKUs, accounting for over 19 million-part opportunities. (estimated VIO Data)
DON’T AUTOMATICALLY ASSUME THE C.V. AXLE ASSEMBLY IS DEFECTIVE
Intermediate shaft issues are often mistaken for a defective C.V. axle assembly because they have similar symptoms. Here are three of the most common reasons why intermediate shafts go bad and why it’s often assumed to be a defective C.V. axle assembly.
- Wear and Tear: Intermediate shafts are under constant rotational stress and load, which can lead to wear in the bearings and joints over time. This results in vibrations or shuddering during acceleration or at certain speeds.
- Bearing Failure: Intermediate shaft bearings can fail due to lack of lubrication, accumulation of dirt and debris, or wear and tear over time. When these bearings fail, they create noise and vibration.
- Misalignment or Improper Installation: If an intermediate shaft shifts from its original OE position or is not aligned correctly during installation, it can lead to abnormal wear and tear resulting in vibration or irregular driving characteristics.
FIX THE CAUSE – NOT THE SYMPTOM!
Always do thorough inspection by focusing on the condition of the C.V. axle joints and boots, as well as checking for play and noise in the intermediate shaft bearings and joints. Proper diagnosis is crucial to doing the job right the first time.