🚨 Polaris RZR Side-by-Side Clicking noise from the front wheels when turning under power
Top Culprit: Torn CV boot leading to a dry or ruined outer CV joint bearings
Why It Happens: Rocks or thick brush slice open the flexible rubber CV boot, slinging out lubricating grease and allowing dirt to destroy the joint.
🛠️ The 60-Second Diagnostic Test
- Jack up the front axle frame and physically crawl under to look for torn rubber folds or grease splattered inside the wheel rim.
- Grab the front axle shaft firmly and shake it up and down; check for excessive physical play or clunking inside the knuckle.
💡 The Quick Fix Steps
- Cut away the old axle assembly and pull the complete front half-shaft CV axle out from the front differential gear case.
- Slide the complete heavy-duty new replacement CV axle assembly into the splines and torque the wheel hub castle nut.