How to Change a CV Joint Boot
- 1). Use a floor jack to raise the side of the vehicle that has a ripped CV joint boot. Use the designating jacking point as stated in your owner's manual. Then support the vehicle on a jack stand. Never work on the vehicle when it is supported only by a hydraulic floor jack; the vehicle could fall if the jack fails.
- 2). Use a lug wrench to loosen the lug nuts on the wheel. Pull the wheel toward you and remove it from the axle.
- 3). Remove the center hub nut. This will require a special socket, as the hub nut is very large.
- 4). Remove suspension components. On some vehicles, pieces of the suspension may prevent you from accessing the axle shafts. If shocks or struts are in the way, unbolt them and swing them out of the way.
- 5). Remove the clamps that hold the CV joint boot in place, using a screwdriver.
- 6). Remove the CV joint boot.
- 7). Check that the CV joint is still packed with grease. If the joint is completely dry, it has been damaged and may also need replacement.
- 8). Pack the new CV joint with silicone grease.
- 9). Slip the new boot over the CV joint, and tighten it using clamps.
- 10
Reconnect suspension components, re-tighten the center hub nut and replace the wheel. Lower the vehicle, using the hydraulic jack.
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