Cv Joint Boot Tear?
 

I have a 2000 x5 4.4 CV joint boot with a tear in it (drivers side front) it seems like you have to do alot of work to just replace it from looking at it. Is it most likey i just ned to repalce the boot and not have to replace the CV joint wit it?

It seems that it just happened, I noticed the grease all over the wheel.

thanks mark

Just replace the rubber boot on both sides. It'll save you the time not having to return to the shop to replace the passenger side later. It'll cost anywhere between 250 to 300 per side. It's a common problem with the X5.

Ok thanks,how about getting the part? Is it best to use the origional part or are there any aftermarket parts that might be better?

I saw this on ebay anyone ever use them?

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/BMW-X...spagenameZWDVW

thanks fr any info.

mark

Ebay is fine. BMW cut corners putting this X in production. I recently had both fronts CV boots replaced. 2000 4.4 X5. You install yourself? If so good. If not, hope you have aftermarket warranty for this and future service parts. Could get costly. Common X5 problems are:

CV Boots
Radiator Hoses
Control Arms
Window Regulators
Final Stage Resistor
Cluster Display

And:

Water Pumps
Thermostats
Control Arms
Ball Joints
Electronic Modules
Cam Sensors
Batteries
Door Lock Actuators
Rear Light Units
Among others!

EMPI boots are very nice, they use a more elastic rubber than the OE GKN boots (or as the Germans call them GATORS).

Hey Zulu,

Should I change my thermostat and pump if I replace all my radiator hoses?

Hey thanks bkran, the cleaner, and zula95, I guess it would be a god idea to replace both the boots on the one side since they will have it all apart.(there are 2 per side right)

And damn i hav already replaced one window regulator which was not so bad with the instruction from the site. I am just not sure i want to tackle the cv boots.

Now you got me thinking i should sell this thing with all those potential problems you guys listed shitttttttttttt!!!!!!!!!!! Really its not mine it is the wifes,lol. Actually i want something bigger since we know have a kid and soon to have another.

mark

I would! My T'stat/pump failed at 38K.

$250/$300 you kidding me? One boot from the stealership only cost me $28. x4 at that price =$112. A lil cheaper if you get the ones off ebay.

BTW nine out of ten times it's only the front outer left boot which goes bad. I know its good practice to replace stuff at the same time but com'on who's had any of the other cv boots go bad on their X lately?

I had both front outers replaced this time last year along with install of Cd'd & S Brembos and Axxis pads all round. The driver's side was torn and the other side was just starting to tear.
Are X5's a pain to own? YES!!! But then you drive it and fall in love all over again.

Must be the cold weather up N Ireland:thumbup: J/K

Actually it's the colder weather in CT!

Brrrrrrr
 

Oh man, yeah thats pretty bad. I used to live in Methuen Ma when I was a child. My parents got smart and moved us to sunny Fla. I will never move back up north or at least thats what I say. Wifey is from NYC (spanish harlem) She say's its too hot for her there, Fla that is.

CV Boot Question
 

Hi, ive been on for about a year ,but never posted. I love this site. My question is ive noticed when my passenger side CV boot was torn that same week ive been noticing a clicking in the streering wheel when turning. Its a very small click being felt. Is this the cause of CV shaft failure, Its been 3 weeks now and the click is the same, im going to replace the boot this weekend.

You MAY need a CV joint. As far as I know that means a new/recon shaft assembly.

Would there be any other reasons for a small clicking in the steering wheel when turning, or is this a normal consequence of a failing CV shaft?

Is the clicking from the steering wheel shaft area or the drive shaft area? If you drove for a while with the CV open to the wilds then the ingress of dirt could have taken out the CV joint. Usually the click will be most noticeable turning as you accelerate and will vary with speed.
It's not easy to troubleshoot over the internet.

250/$300 is the approximate cost to have them replaced by a shop. A DIY is way cheaper no doubt.

I recently had to replace my front passenger CV boot after replacing the driver side within 2 months.

It's not cheap to have an X5 but as a member of X5World, I am more comfortable owning this car because I know there are members out there who can help me enjoy this expensive piece of machinery with tips on general maintenance and DIY steps.

I love my X and I love this site!!!!:thumbup:

The best way i can describe the issue is i can feel a click in the steering wheel (if that makes any sense), but do not hear anything. It happen the same week as my torn boot. Its a small sensation on the steering wheel, when turning. I am hoping it is nothing in the rack. Thanks for all the info.

I seem to remember somebody having a problem with the universal joints in the column. Again, if memory serves, the dealer did a warranty replacement.

I have had that replaced

Well really we (notice I said we) are not going to sell X its paid for, so thats one plus. I would try doing it myself but It really is not cost effective for me to do it with the holidays and knowing that the car is needed for use. I Just don't have the time to take a day in trying it.

ITS JUST TO BUSY WITH A 16 MONTH OLD RUNNING AROUND AND WITH THE WIFE EXPECTING AGAIN!!!

Oh I did find a shop to do it for $275 labor.

X5 cv boots
 

Just picked mine up today, caught both front outer boots just as they started to split. Cost at outside shop was $425usd plus tax. I've done it before on my last x5, but without a lift its painful to do it on the ground

So did you use the oem or aftermarket boots?

Thanks for all your help, I will have the column checked when i replace the boot.

Used aftermarket boots, they seemed more flexible

ok one more question. When you get the outer cv boot replaced is it a good idea to replace the inner boot as well?

Does that require alot more labor cost to do?

mark

I would suggest replacing inner boots at the same time. Most of the work/labour is already done to get to the outer boot so the additional cost should not be too much, relative to having to replace the inner boots a few months down the road. Dealereship or indep. could break down the costs for you. I would assume that if your outer boots have split, your inner boots may not be far behind. Plus, now you have peace of mind knowing that all have been done.
Just my 2c worth

I just had mine replaced this week. I could detect some play in the steering wheel and brought it in on warranty. The steering is much tighter now.

Hey thank guys I ordered my CV Boots from rockauto. The ones they have are SPICER brand. I went ahead and got both inner and outers for the front. I will replace the drivers side and keep a close eye on the passenger side for it to tear.

mark