On front engine/rear wheel drive cars there is always a universal joint on the drive shaft. If your looking to buy one, you could check with your dealer's parts department. They either will have one, or can order you one.
They are on the ends of the drive shaft.
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a universal joint holder.
The first universal joint was created by Londoner Robert Hooke, a scientist of the 17th century.
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cv joint or universal joint
The universal joint is used to transfer drive (power) from one shaft to another when they are inclined (non collinear) to each other.
The rear universal joint on a 1998 Nissan Pathfinder should be replaced when it becomes worn out or broken. Symptoms of a worn joint include rough handling and suspension issues.
I think it might be a ball and socket joint of a universal joint.