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How the CV Joint of a Car is Made and How It Works

Model: (Various brands) Various
Part: Axle shaft

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Through this video tutorial, we can understand how the CV joint of a car is made and how it works: in front-wheel drive vehicles, a component called the 'CV joint' comes into play. It consists of a shaft with grooves that engage with other grooves found on the wheel hub, which is then secured with a nut. On the other side is the housing, which contains balls, a cage, and a special gear that allows the wheel to receive motion from the differential, thus from the driveshaft, regardless of its position.

The driveshaft connects internally with a series of grooves. The bearings with balls inside allow the driveshaft to transmit motion even when it is in a different position from linear.

Everything is sealed with a boot that protects the internal parts from dust and debris that could enter. Inside, there is a special grease for high temperatures that remains thick even when the friction in the housing is high, ensuring that the internal parts do not wear out and last over time.


Updated on 10 June 2026 by ScegliAuto


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