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Can you just replace a CV boot?
The Constant Velocity (CV) boots cover the CV joints and protect them from outside debris. They also keep the grease inside the joints for lubrication. If no noise is present and only the CV boot is broken, you can replace just the CV boot.
What happens if you 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.
Can you glue a split CV boot?
If you have a leaking cv boot there are these split cv boots you can use to replace them. you can basically wrap the cv boot around and glue it together without disassembling the wheel, axle etc then you just glue the sides of the boot together.
How do you replace a CV boot on a car?
Using a pair of channel locks or a razor blade, cut the old boot away and remove it from the axle shaft. Wipe as much of the old grease away as possible with a rag, then spray cleaning solvent to thoroughly remove any gunk that remains. First, take your new CV boot and flip it inside out.
What causes a CV joint to leak out of a boot?
Grease packed inside a boot will leak out as the axle rotates, and dirt and moisture will work their way in. Without proper lubrication, abrasive grit and corrosion from water eventually cause a CV joint to wear to the point where it’s compromised and must be replaced before complete breakage occurs.
Can a broken front wheel drive boot be replaced?
This Instructable will show how to replace a broken CV boot on a front wheel drive vehicle without disassembling it or replacing the entire shaft. This guide is an inexpensive way to repair the boots only, but if the boots have been torn for a while then the axle bearings may be worn out and the entire axle may need to be replaced.
Do you have to replace the whole CV joint?
While larger punctures will result in dark-colored grease being visibly splattered all over, catching the problem sooner rather than later means you’ll be able to get away with replacing only the CV boot itself. A whole new CV joint is a considerably more expensive part to replace if the problem is ignored.