A Front-Wheel-Drive Vehicle Has a Clicking Noise in the Front

question 6

Multiple Choice

A front-wheel-drive vehicle has a clicking noise in the front of the vehicle when cornering below 20 mph. The front end of the vehicle is lifted and supported on safety stands. With the right front lower control arm lifted with a floor jack, the clicking noise is heard, but with both front wheels dropped downward, the noise disappears. Technician A says the right-front outer drive axle joint is worn. Technician B says a worn inner drive axle joint could cause a vibration during acceleration. Who is correct?

• A) A only
• B) B only
• C) Both A and B
• D) Neither A nor B

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