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Questions tagged [cv-boot]

Rubber boot which protects the constant velocity (CV) joint, which is usually found on the drive axles of front wheel drive.

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What can happen if a damaged CV boot isn't repaired, allowed to operate until failure?

Seems to me that probably nothing good could come from it, but some people on forums, and one guy on a YouTube video (for a Subaru) in particular, claims he "does it all the time", (continues to operate the vehicle when the CV boot/ axle is leaking…
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Should lost CV gaiter grease be replaced?

I discovered a small hole, possibly a puncture, in an outer CV gaiter on the front. The hole was right next to/under the (outer) metal ring holding the CV gaiter, so it wasn't in a very flexible bit. There was quite a lot of oily grease splattered…
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How do I remove the front axle of a 93 Honda FourTrax 300?

I'm working to rejuvenate a 93 Honda FourTrax 300 4x4, that's been stored in a garage under piles of junk for the past 15 years. I've got it running, and have turned my attention to the torn left front outboard CV boot. I picked up a replacement…
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Volkswagen driverside outer C/V boot leaking can it cause other issues?

Took a recently purchased used vehicle to a VW dealership for a checkup/ oil change One of the things they found is a leaking outer C/V boot (driver side front tire) They didn't seem to think repair was urgent, but due to an aftermarket axle, they…
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How Much Grease to Put into the CV joint?

I'll be replacing my CV boots soon and was planning to clean out all the old grease and put in new grease. Should I pack the whole thing full of grease, including the boot, or is just packing the joint / bearing itself sufficient?
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Wobble in steering (not tyre)?

I have a '94 4th gen Honda Prelude. Driving home today I felt a distinct wobble through the steering wheel. I immediately thought I had a flat and pulled over but found the tyre is fine. The wobble seems to get worse when cornering and is barely…
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The steering wheel turns left or right over small bumps

I had my front rotors resurfaced, brake pads changed and some works done on steering wheel pump couple of weeks back. Ever since then, I started noticing a few problems that weren't there before. The car steer right and left even when over small…
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Does rolling ball sound mean cv boot is leaking, cv joint is faulty or other?

I currently have one inner and outer cv boot linking on the same axle(or driveshaft - not sure what the correct terms is). Mechanic looked and it and told me it hasn't progressed too far to damage the joint and so all I needed to do was change the…
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Is it a bad cv axle?

Vibration at around 55 mph and above. Felt most strongly on driver's side. Grease leaking from boot, and partially splayed on surrounding suspension components. (The plan is to replace the driver's side axle, and possibly replace only the boot on…
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CV boot been leaking grease for 3-4 months, no clicking, only vibration at speed. Grease, or Replace?

Neighbor says his car has been leaking grease from the CV boot for several months now, has been vibrating at 25 mph- 50ish, only when accelerating. (NO clicking on turns, or otherwise.) Would it most likely be too late to "just" pack grease into a…
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What are reasons axle shafts/struts frequently break?

First to make sure I'm using the correct terminology: for a manual transmission, front-wheel drive Mk4 2004 Volkswagen Jetta, are axle shaft / drive axle / CV axle the same thing? I have been experiencing re-occurring grinding noises when turning…
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CV Boot Kit Unknown Piece

Bought a Rein BKN0016R CV boot kit for a MK4 Golf. However, it came with a C-shaped metal clip(?) that I have no clue where it goes or what it does. Didn't see a similar piece on the existing boot or axle. Middle piece, between clamp and Belleville…
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What happens if you don’t repair a leaking CV boot?

Car was parked up for a very long time with a ripped CV boot. I know the i dirt and grime gets in it can mess things up. But what exactly will happen and what symptoms should I be looking for? Car feels funny (maybe cos it’s been brought out after…
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How is the axle held in at the transmission ('88 Accord)?

I'm attempting to change a CV boot on my 1988 Accord. To do this I must remove the axle. I've remove the wheel, hub and suspension and so have the outer-side of the axle exposed. But how do I remove the inner side of the axle (the part that connects…
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2003 Ford Ranger 6 cyl. 4.0

I blew the CV boot on my truck yesterday after having all the hubs, rotors, brakes, and a tune up done. I do not think it should have happened. I kept telling the shop that the truck was not running right. How can I get the grease off of…
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