Protect Your Vehicle’s Drive System

CV joints (Constant Velocity joints) play an important role in transferring power from your vehicle’s transmission to the wheels while allowing them to steer and move through the suspension’s full range of motion.

Most front-wheel drive vehicles have four CV joints, each protected by a flexible rubber boot filled with grease. When these boots remain in good condition, the joints can last for many years. However, once a boot splits, grease escapes and contaminants enter the joint, causing rapid wear.

Identifying problems early can often mean a simple repair instead of a costly replacement.

Why Early Repairs Matter

The rubber CV boot protects the joint by keeping grease in and dirt, water, and road debris out.

Once the boot splits, lubrication is quickly lost and the joint begins to wear much faster. If the problem is identified early, replacing the damaged boot and fresh grease is often all that’s required.

If left too long, the CV joint itself can wear out completely. In severe cases, a failing joint can lock or break, affecting the vehicle’s handling and resulting in a much more expensive repair.

Regular servicing and inspections are the best way to catch CV boot damage before it becomes a major issue.

Looking After Your CV Joints

Regular servicing gives technicians the opportunity to identify damaged CV boots before the joint itself is affected.

If you hear clicking noises when turning or notice grease around the wheels, don’t ignore it. Addressing the problem early can save hundreds of dollars in future repairs and help keep your vehicle safe to drive.