Lexus ES CV axle

[MaximaGuy]

I went over something at 60MPH getting into the freeway (something was on the side of the road as we have a lot of contruction) and there is a slight humming sound coming from passenger side axle. The bearing was replaced with OEM and the noise is still there - could it be a CV axle.

The axle has slight clunk for a very long time coming off the driveway (it could have be a faulty axle from manufacturer) and the hit was the last nail on the coffin.

Any thoughts

 

[slacktide_bitog]

Cardone has an HD CV axle for the right, but not the left, for your 2011 ES350. The HD has a thermoplastic outer boot (though the inner boot is neoprene, but that isn't a problem)

Of course, Toyota probably sells an OE axle, but they cost much more.

 

[MaximaGuy]

You are right. I want to reuse & rebuilt by axle if possible before venturing on a OEM axle.

 

[AKhan87]

I would stick with an OEM or a used OEM one.

I am guessing your car has the OEM axle from the factory? Toyota axles are excellent quality and they last forever, I reboot all my Toyota axles and have never had an issue return.

You must confirm 100% that your axle is making the noise before replacing it.

 

[MaximaGuy]

Agreed!! How does one confirm it’s a CV axle positively

 

[Neniod]

It sounds like the hit might have caused some damage, especially if the axle was already making a noise before. If the bearing was replaced and the humming is still there, there's a good chance it could be the CV axle. The slight clunk you've been hearing could also be a sign that the axle was already on its way out. I'd recommend having the CV axle checked out to see if it’s the source of the noise)