Help keep power flowing smoothly from the transmission to the wheels with the MOOG Chassis Products Universal Joint, part number 231. It is a direct-fit replacement for many vehicles, among them the 1997-2020 Ford F-150, 2014-2019 Chevrolet Tahoe and 1996-2014 Chevrolet Express 1500. See the "Vehicles it fits" section for the full list.
A universal joint connects two rotating driveline components. It lets them keep turning together while the angle between them changes as the suspension moves up and down.
Signs this part may need replacing: a clunk when shifting into drive or reverse, a vibration that builds with road speed, a squeak or chirp at low speed, or visible play or rust dust at the joint. Other driveline and suspension parts can cause similar symptoms, so diagnose the cause before replacing. If a worn universal joint is the problem, MOOG 231 replaces it.
Consult the vehicle service information for the correct installation procedure and fasteners, and for whether the original fasteners may be reused.
What does a universal joint do?
A universal joint links two rotating driveline components. It lets them transmit rotation while the angle between them changes as the suspension moves.
What are signs a universal joint may need replacing?
Common signs are a clunk when shifting into drive or reverse, vibration that grows with speed, or a squeak at low speed. Other parts can cause these too, so diagnose the cause before replacing.
Will MOOG 231 fit my vehicle?
It fits many vehicles, including the 1997-2020 Ford F-150. Check the "Vehicles it fits" section for your exact year, make and model.
How many universal joints does my vehicle need?
The catalog lists a quantity of one per application for the listed vehicles.
Can I reuse the original fasteners when installing it?
Follow the vehicle service information for the installation procedure. It also gives the correct fasteners and torque specifications, and says whether the originals may be reused.
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