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What is involved in replacing the inner boots of the CV joints?

Tiny
SANDRA HOLDER
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  • 2003 CHEVROLET IMPALA
  • 3.8L
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
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Problem both inner boots are cracked and need to be replaced.
Wednesday, September 3rd, 2014 AT 9:38 AM

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Tiny
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If the boots have cracked open then the grease is gone out of joints and hard telling for how long just replace the axle shafts. Note remove axle nut prior to jacking car up see pics.
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Wednesday, September 3rd, 2014 AT 9:45 AM
Tiny
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Thank you, this information should be very helpful.
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Wednesday, September 3rd, 2014 AT 10:03 AM

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