CV Axle Shaft Replacement on 2012-2015 Honda Civic
Guide on replacing a clicking driver-side front CV axle assembly. Mapped specifically for 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT (5.3L EcoTec3 V8 (L83)).
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Verified compatible with your 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT (5.3L EcoTec3 V8 (L83))
Cardone Cardone Heavy Duty CV Axle Shaft (Front Left)
Compound / Spec matching OEM standard. Highly recommended for DIY replacement.
Remove Axle Nut and Separate Knuckle
Unstake and remove the 32mm axle nut. Separate the lower ball joint from the arm, allowing the wheel hub knuckle to swing outward.
Pop Axle out of Transmission
Place a pry bar behind the inboard CV joint casing against the gearbox shell. Gently pop the retaining clip loose and slide the axle shaft out of transmission seals.
Insert New Axle
Lubricate inner splines, tap carefully into transmission until clip clicks, feed outer end through hub, tighten knuckle, and torque the axle nut.