CV joints
#4
there is no telling how long CV boots/shafts will last.
It all depends on your driving enviroment.
Over time the rubber CV boot will begin crack and then it will begin to sling grease held within the CV boot, a tell tale sign of a split boot are grease spots on the plastic inner fender liner. If the boot becomes split most times the axle/CV shaft can be saved, the CV joint needs to be cleaned,regreased and rebooted, BUT if you neglect torn CV boots ,
Dirt and debris will get into the boot causing wear to the CV joint, a worn out CV joint makes a loud clicking/clacking noise when turning, If you hear that noise it is too late to save the axle , it needs to be replaced with a reman unit.
So the bottom line here is, don't neglect you CV boots , inspect them at every oil change !
if they are starting to split or have just begun to sling grease, replace the boot!
It all depends on your driving enviroment.
Over time the rubber CV boot will begin crack and then it will begin to sling grease held within the CV boot, a tell tale sign of a split boot are grease spots on the plastic inner fender liner. If the boot becomes split most times the axle/CV shaft can be saved, the CV joint needs to be cleaned,regreased and rebooted, BUT if you neglect torn CV boots ,
Dirt and debris will get into the boot causing wear to the CV joint, a worn out CV joint makes a loud clicking/clacking noise when turning, If you hear that noise it is too late to save the axle , it needs to be replaced with a reman unit.
So the bottom line here is, don't neglect you CV boots , inspect them at every oil change !
if they are starting to split or have just begun to sling grease, replace the boot!
#5
Yes, when replacing torn boots, make sure you buy the OEM Nissan boot! When I replaced both of mine at 110K, I made the mistake of buying a cheap aftermarket brand and they tore again after about 6 months! The OEM boot is made of a much thicker rubber.
#7
Thanks all for your replies.
So, it sounds like replacing the boot is the thing to do. I've never done it before.
1) How much does the OEM boot cost each?
2) Is this something that can be done at home? On a mechanical ability scale (1-10), I say I'm a 4.
3) How do I determine if the whole CV joint need to be replaced, or just the boot?
Thanks guys.
So, it sounds like replacing the boot is the thing to do. I've never done it before.
1) How much does the OEM boot cost each?
2) Is this something that can be done at home? On a mechanical ability scale (1-10), I say I'm a 4.
3) How do I determine if the whole CV joint need to be replaced, or just the boot?
Thanks guys.
#8
Originally Posted by 95MaxSE
Thanks all for your replies.
So, it sounds like replacing the boot is the thing to do. I've never done it before.
1) How much does the OEM boot cost each?
2) Is this something that can be done at home? On a mechanical ability scale (1-10), I say I'm a 4.
3) How do I determine if the whole CV joint need to be replaced, or just the boot?
Thanks guys.
So, it sounds like replacing the boot is the thing to do. I've never done it before.
1) How much does the OEM boot cost each?
2) Is this something that can be done at home? On a mechanical ability scale (1-10), I say I'm a 4.
3) How do I determine if the whole CV joint need to be replaced, or just the boot?
Thanks guys.
2) Can be done at home with the proper tools and mechanical knowledge and ability. (Haynes manual gives good instructions and pictures).
3) If you hear a "clicking" sound when turning wheel, more than likely the grease has dried out from a neglected torn boot, and the joint will have to be replaced. Ckeck boots on a regular basis for cracks and tears, especially as the car reaches high mileage.
#10
At a nissan checkup they just told be I have to replace the left front cv boot .... they say the nissan kit is ~$50 and asking $150 for the labor. Are these prices expected? For those who have had a shop do the replacement... how much did it cost and what shop have you gone to? For those that did the replacement yourself, how much time did it involve?
Thanks in advance...
Thanks in advance...
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