CV axle repair.
Clicking on turns or leaking grease? Restore smooth power to your drive wheels.
CV axles deliver your engine's power to the drive wheels. When one starts to fail you'll often hear popping or clicking on turns and acceleration, or notice leaking grease. Our certified technicians diagnose the failing axle, replace it with OE-quality parts, and confirm smooth, quiet operation — all at your home or workplace.
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Typical cost
The typical cost for testing and replacement is between $230–$440 for parts and labor. This range is averaged across all passenger vehicles; your actual cost depends on your specific make, model and year, and may be lower or higher.
This estimate is for the specific repair listed and doesn't include additional, related items that may require repair. What's included:
- Diagnosis of the defective part
- Replacement of the defective part
- Warranty — up to a lifetime warranty on qualifying parts
- Additional components requiring repair or replacement may result in additional charges
Final cost depends on your vehicle. You'll receive a written estimate before any work begins.
Typical service procedure
What's generally involved to restore smooth, reliable driveline power:
- Inspection of the CV axle, boots and joints
- Diagnosis to confirm which axle has failed
- Removal of the worn or damaged CV axle
- Replacement with an OE-quality axle assembly
- Boot & grease check on the new unit for proper sealing
- Hub & bearing inspection while the axle is out
- Torque the axle nut and fasteners to specification
- Test drive to confirm no clicking, popping or vibration
- Documentation of parts and work performed
What is a CV axle & what does it do?
The CV (constant-velocity) axle is designed to deliver your vehicle's power to the drive wheels. They're primarily used on front-wheel-drive cars but can also be found on rear-wheel-drive vehicles. The constant-velocity joints at each end let the axle transmit power smoothly even as the wheels steer and the suspension moves.
- Location: connects the transmission/differential to the wheel hub at each drive wheel.
- Joints: inner and outer CV joints allow power transfer through a range of angles.
- Boots: rubber boots hold grease in and keep dirt and water out of the joints.
- Failure: a torn boot lets grease escape and contaminants in, leading to joint wear and failure.
Signs you need a CV axle replacement
- Popping or clicking during acceleration
- Popping or clicking when making a turn
- Leaking grease — often flung around the inside of the wheel or under the vehicle
- A physically separated or visibly damaged axle
- Vibration that worsens with speed
Three steps. We come to you.
Get a Quote
Request a quote online or set up a time to have your vehicle looked at.
Pick a Time
Choose time slots that work for you. We confirm appointments and send reminders.
We Arrive
Our mechanics bring everything needed to you — just provide a safe area for the work.
A safe place to work.
Safe Location
A safe place to work — not on busy roads or unstable / steep surfaces.
Reasonable Weather
We don't perform repairs during severe weather, for safety and quality.
Permission
Authorization from the property owner or management — parking-lot work requires permission.
Legal Areas
We don't perform repairs in areas restricted by law.
Common questions.
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Across West Michigan.
Primary: greater Grand Rapids — Comstock Park, East Grand Rapids, Grandville, Kentwood, Walker and Wyoming. Secondary, from our Belding location: Belding, Greenville, Ionia and the surrounding areas.
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