clicking/knocking split cv boot

mattpc · 12 Apr 2007 at 20:51

The Accord has a clicking/knocking when you turn the wheel for cornering. Checked it out today and the CV Rubber Boot is split and you can see crap all over the alloy which looks like it has dropped on to it (the one on the other side seems fine).

Obviously I need to sort this out but is it an OMG u can't drive the car or will it be ok for a few K? The Haynes manual for these is a pants American one and seems to be no help on the subject unless I just can't read it properly. Have never done this sort of work on my cars before.

mattpc · 12 Apr 2007 at 21:29

hmm I want to get it sorted out. Really I want to do it myself but don't really know where to begin or where to get the bits from. Previous work I have done on my cars is...

oil+filter
sparkplugs
fuel filter
pads and discs
rebuild/overhaul front brake calipers

Procedures for fixing this do not appear to be quite as well documented however. Since it's already been like this for probably 1000 miles I really need to sort it.

mattpc · 12 Apr 2007 at 21:42

so I'm looking for a replacement driveshaft really then?

Ok thanks Lopez. I reckon I can sort this. The question really is tho do I have time. More research needed I think.

mattpc · 12 Apr 2007 at 23:37

Well I don't want to muck about. If I do the job I want it done and not a multi day debacle with the car off the road for most of it. The Accord is my work vehicle and the MX5 is used for the GF's work so there is no spare vehicle at present. I'm going in all guns blazing tomorrow so we'll see what happens.