Driveshaft and Axle Service and Repair

You likely don't think much about the mechanics that are driving your vehicle until they suddenly stop working or experience a problem. Most people don't even know what a driveshaft or axle do, let alone know how to identify when something is wrong with these and related components. But the driveshaft, axle, and CV joint all work together to provide an important service for your vehicle, and it is important that you not only get them prompt attention when there's a problem, but also that you get regular maintenance for them to ensure their health and longevity. Schedule a Service Today!

Granite Subaru provides maintenance service and repair for the driveshaft, axle, CV joint, and related components to ensure the smooth and safe operation of your vehicle. Our goal is to make sure you get reliable and safe performance out of your vehicle by partnering with you on the best maintenance schedule for your vehicle and by making timely and expert repairs. 

What Do the Driveshaft and Axle Do? 

Before you can understand that there might be a problem with your driveshaft or axle - or why that matters - you need to understand what these components do. 

The driveshaft transmits torque to the rear differential of the vehicle, and the axle bears the weight of the vehicle while helping to rotate the wheels. The constant velocity (CV) joint allows the axle to bend to accommodate the bounce of the wheels as they hit bumps in the road and other obstacles. These three parts work closely together to help the vehicle move smoothly, to maintain consistency in speed, and to provide stability for the vehicle. The axle also bears the forces of accelerating and braking. Schedule a Service Today! 

When there is a problem with any of these components, your vehicle will experience problems. Allowing these issues to go unaddressed will result in damage to your vehicle's other components, which can create safety issues and cost you thousands in additional repairs. It is important that you take your vehicle to a certified service technician as soon as possible for an inspection when you notice any signs that there could be a problem with your driveshaft, axle, or CV joints. 

Signs that You Need a Repair

Fortunately, if your vehicle is experiencing a problem with its driveshaft, axle, or CV joint, there are many symptoms to let you know what is happening so that you can get repairs made quickly. Some signs that you might notice if there are problems with any of these components include: 

• Vibrations while you are accelerating
• Popping or clanging sounds while you are turning
• Clicking sounds at any time while you are driving
• Steering trouble (the wheel usually becomes stiff and difficult to turn)
• Failing to move forward when accelerating
• Leaking grease or other fluids (often found beneath the vehicle)

Sometimes, these symptoms can appear suddenly. You might make a turn and hear a random clicking. Other times, the symptoms can get worse as you are driving, such as noises that get louder when you make sharp turns or accelerate. Schedule a Service Today!

Never ignore these signs, no matter how minor or intermittent they may seem. Your vehicle is trying to tell you something. And if you ignore what it has to say, you run the risk of it getting much worse. Failure to address these problems could lead to damage of other vehicle components, and it could cost you much more. Acting early can help you protect your vehicle and your wallet. You'll pay less for the repair, you'll be without a vehicle for less time, and you'll enjoy driving your vehicle for longer. 

Servicing and Repairing Your Driveshaft and Axles

Do not ignore signs that there are problems with your driveshaft, axles, or CV joints, and do not attempt to repair these yourself. These are some incredibly important vehicle components, and they require complex adjustments to ensure the perfect working harmony. If any of these elements is not installed or adjusted properly, it can create a cascading effect that causes serious problems for your vehicle. You may not even realize the extent of the problem for some time, but the results will ultimately prove disastrous. 

Always bring your vehicle to a trusted and experienced repair technician, like those at Granite Subaru, for the service of your driveshaft, axles, and CV joints. Our technicians have received extensive training in making these types of repairs, and they have serviced hundreds of vehicles with exceptional results. The technicians at Granite Subaru are also certified in the repair and service of Subaru vehicles, giving them special insight into the type of techniques to use on these vehicles. They also use genuine Subaru parts whenever making the repairs. Schedule a Service Today!

When you bring in your vehicle on suspicion of a problem with the driveshaft, axles, or CV joints, we will thoroughly inspect it to determine the source of the issue you are experiencing. We may confirm the suspicion, or we may discover that other problems are present, either alone or in conjunction with problems with the driveshaft, axle, or CV joints. We will use advanced diagnostic tools to precisely determine the problems that are present and the components they involve. Then we will recommend repairs and service to get your vehicle back in optimal working order. 

We also perform routine service for the driveshaft, axles, and CV joints - as well as for other vehicle components. We can check these items as part of your routine, scheduled maintenance to ensure that they are in good condition for your vehicle's optimal performance. By including these items in routine maintenance, you can discover burgeoning issues before they become a problem on the road. For example, you can identify when these components are starting to wear down and can replace them before they actually break down. 

Call Granite Subaru today to schedule an appointment for a routine service or to diagnose a problem that you have noticed. Our technicians are ready to partner with you to create a strong and healthy vehicle that will give you years of excellent performance. Schedule a Service Today!