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Have you ever wanted to
know more about your auto repairs,

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but were afraid to
ask your mechanic?

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This brief video provides
you with information designed to

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help you make the right
decisions about your auto repairs.

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A ball joint is a flexible
ball and socket that attaches the

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wheel to the rest
of the suspension.

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It can move in every direction
to help in steering and shock absorption.

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We recommend getting your
ball joints lubricated or checked

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every time you have
your oil change.

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But if you're hearing
clicking, popping,

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or snapping sounds when
the wheel is turned,

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chances are your ball
joints are failing.

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Placing your ball joints is
not part of routine maintenance,

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but eventually the grease
inside the ball joints will dry

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out causing the joint to
become loose or to fail.

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If ignored long enough, a
worn ball joint can break causing

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substantial damage to your
steering and suspension system.

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Proper maintenance and replace of
your car's ball joints is

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critical for your safety. If a
ball joint fails at high speed,

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the damage could
be catastrophic.

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But from an environmental
point of view,

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there's little or no impact
from a failing ball clip.