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You can replace the a CV joint boot fairly simply and quickly, even at the race track. There is nothing technical about this process, it just takes a couple of specific tools to make the job easier and some spare parts. An inner axle CV joint boot cannot be replaced while the axle is still in vehicle.

A CV joint itself can cost between $95 and $210. Hiring a mechanic to perform a replacement will be between $165 and $800. The price mainly depends on whether you're replacing a double or single axle.

"Clicking" Noises When Turning. A Knocking Sound. Grease on the Inside or Edge of the Tires. The CV axle joint has boots that contain grease while the axle spins, keeping it from leaking. Vibration While Driving. This is a tricky one, since there are many things that could cause vibration when you drive.

A CV joint itself can cost between $95 and $210. Hiring a mechanic to perform a replacement will be between $165 and $800. The price mainly depends on whether you're replacing a double or single axle.

On the 2006 Navigator, if a professional mechanic is replacing the axle(s), it is assumed to take about 1 hour to replace one axle (i.e., one side) whether it is the rear axle or the front axle.

You can drive on a damaged CV joint for a small period of time, but there is no telling how long safe it will last. There are many factors, such as where you drive, how fast you are going particularly around turns, the amount of dirt/dust/debris in the areas you drive, how much water gets into the joint, and more.

A severely worn out CV joint can even disintegrate while you're driving and make the car undrivable. You may lose control of the vehicle entirely. It is not safe to drive with a damaged CV joint. Look for some symptoms of a failing CV joint to have it repaired before it becomes unsafe to operate the vehicle.