Chevy Impala CV Joints & Boots

“CV joint” stands for “constant-velocity joint”, which quite accurately describes the principal benefit of this type of equipment. As an equivalent of the universal joint, the CV connection is meant to transfer power and torque between two parts of the driveline allowing for changing the angle as the vehicle drives. The major advantage of the CV joint is that the rotational speeds of both of its shafts are equal at any given time, whereas those of the universal joints can be different while providing a pulsating power transfer. Constant velocity joints need to be protected from the elements, dust, and road debris and should be lubricated, which is why they have rubber boots carrying out these functions.

For now, constant-velocity joints are attributes of an independent suspension with its axle half shafts and solidly mounted diff. To the Chevy Impala family, CV joints were introduced with the debut of its eighth generation in 1999 based on the W-body platform. If you own one of those or any of the later versions of the model, then you may encounter some problems with CV joints. With the help of our Chevy Impala CV joints, boots, & components, you will be able to resolve them quickly and efficiently.