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Universal Joint (U-joint) Replacement Service

How much does a Universal Joint (U-joint) Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a Geo Tracker Universal Joint (U-joint) Replacement is $201 with $54 for parts and $147 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
1992 Geo TrackerL4-1.6LService typeUniversal Joint (U-joint) ReplacementEstimate$283.85Shop/Dealer Price$322.82 - $413.29
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What is the Universal Joint (U-joint) all about?

In rear wheel-drive cars, a driveshaft is needed for the tires to rotate. The driveshaft transfers the power from transmission to the rear tires, enabling them to turn.

U-joints hold the drive shaft in place. If the U-joints are not lubricated, the bearings inside the U-joints will wear out over time and the drive shaft will begin to vibrate, while the car is moving. You will feel vibration in the seat or throughout the car. You may also hearing clunking or banging noise when you put the car in a gear.

Keep in mind:

  • It is best to replace all U-joints at the same time, even if only one is broken.
  • If the height of your vehicle has been modified, the U-joints are more likely to give out.

How it's done:

  • Jack up the back side of the car.
  • Remove the drive shaft.
  • Remove and replace the U-joints.

Our recommendation:

A mechanic should lubricate the U-joints during regular maintenance service. Doing so will greatly improve the life of the U-joints.

What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the Universal Joint (U-joint)?

  • Vibration felt in the seat or throughout the car.
  • Abnormal noises coming from underneath the car.
  • Red or pink fluid on the ground (transmission fluid is leaking).

How important is this service?

U-joints are responsible for holding the driveshaft in place. Since the driveshaft transfers power from the transmission to the wheels, it receives a lot of force, and it depends on the U-joints to help it stay sturdy and in place. When the U-joints break, the driveshaft has nothing holding it in place, and so it vibrates heavily, which not only is detrimental to the driveshaft’s health, but also results in a very bumpy ride.

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Jeffrey

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Jeffrey
27 years of experience
Geo Tracker L4-1.6L - Valve Cover Gasket - Catawba, South Carolina
Jeffery was actually early for my appointment, which i had had to reschedule and he was very understanding of the reason for my reschedule and i appreciated him getting to my home earlier than scheduled. Jeffery was very knowledgeable about my repair work and preformed the work promptly. his inspection and evaluation of my car was also helpful since it has some miles on it. Great effort.

Gerron

34 years of experience
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Gerron
34 years of experience
Geo Tracker L4-1.6L - Timing Cover - Portland, Oregon
Amazing service, friendly and easy to talk to. Gerron went out of his way to fix my problem even though he had been given the wrong part. He took amazing care of me and my car!

Jeffrey

27 years of experience
870 reviews
Jeffrey
27 years of experience
Geo Tracker L4-1.6L - Alternator Repair - Catawba, South Carolina
Jeffery was running late due to bad weather but kept me updated on his progress and i could watch his progress getting to my home on the web site. i requested that he let me know when he was close to my house due to my dogs and he did so. Very pleased with his effort and knowledge of vehicles. i will use him again as necessary and would recommend him to friends.

Patrick

32 years of experience
369 reviews
Patrick
32 years of experience
Geo Tracker L4-1.6L - Oil/Fluid Leak - Las Vegas, Nevada
Amazing Guy! he took his time explaining everything he knew about the crank and canm shift. Thank you again Patrick I hope to see you soon once I get my cash situation figured out.

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