CV Axle Replacement: labor quote guide
Typical labor time (approximate)
About 1.0 to 2.5 hours. About 1 to 2.5 hours per side on many front-wheel-drive cars; 4x4, rusted hubs or axles held by retaining clips can take longer.
Disclaimer: Hour ranges are rough, general estimates for common cars and light trucks, not figures from a published labor guide. Real time varies widely with the vehicle, engine, drivetrain, rust and condition. Check your labor guide (e.g. your shop's subscription) for the exact vehicle before quoting.
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FAQ
Torn boot: boot or axle?
Many shops replace the whole axle, since labor is similar and a reman axle often costs little more than a boot kit.
Alignment needed?
Not usually for an axle alone, but check the procedure if the strut-to-knuckle or tie-rod connection is disturbed.
Axle nut?
Many axle nuts are one-time-use. Torque to spec.
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