CV Axle / CV Joint: lifespan, maintenance and replacement

Typical lifespan: 70,000–130,000 miles.

Maintenance schedule

• Inspect CV boots for tears — Every oil change
• Listen for clicking during turns — Monthly

Signs it needs replacing

• Clicking noise when turning
• Grease on inner edge of tire
• Torn CV boot
• Vibration while driving

Tips

Catching a torn boot early lets you re-boot it instead of replacing the whole axle.