Can you replace just the CV boot?
The Constant Velocity (CV) boots cover the CV joints and protect them from outside debris. If no noise is present and only the CV boot is broken, you can replace just the CV boot. Tip: Before you install a new axle, check the CV joints (even when the boot is broken) and see if they are worth saving.
Is it OK to drive with a torn CV boot?
It is possible to drive a car with a torn CV boot, but doing so will likely lead to further damage that will eventually require more extensive repair. Among the indications that a CV joint or axle has been damaged is a clicking or popping noise when turning, or vibrations at highway speeds.
How serious is a leaking CV boot?
But CV boots serve a simple but important purpose and allow the CV axles and joints to stay clean and enjoy a long service life. When a CV boot leaks, it can cause the attached joint to become damaged posing a serious safety hazard.
What happens if your CV boot breaks?
If a CV joint begins to fail while driving, your car will start to pull to one side as one wheel loses power. When the joint breaks completely its corresponding wheel will no longer turn and although the engine may still run, the car won’t move.
How long will a leaking CV boot last?
How long will a leaking CV boot last? Usually, the CV boots will last about 80,000 miles before they have to be replaced.
How long will a broken CV boot last?
There is no real set time how long the bad joint will last, and it may last a year or a month. A YourMechanic technician can travel to your location and help and replace the axle CV joint boot as soon as possible.
How long can you drive on leaking CV boot?
you are safe until it starts to create a clicking sound when turning, then you will have to replace the whole CV joint. if you drive it for too long the company may not take your core back if you pick up a reman unit. 50 miles you “should” be ok.
Is a CV joint expensive to fix?
CV Joint Replacement Cost A CV joint itself can cost between $95 and $210. The constant-velocity joint replacement cost of a double axle will be approximately twice as expensive as a single axle, with the parts cost for a double running between $150 and $400.
