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Tue 8 Jun, 2010 05:19 pm
Hello! I recently went in to a repair shop to see if they could do an easy fix for my backup lights that went out. They couldn't find anything loose and told me they would have to run an electrical trace on it. They then told me that my CV boot (outer) needed replacing because it was ripped. I want to know how these mechanics started troubleshooting internal wiring for the backup lights and ended up poking underneath the car and "discovering" a ripped CV boot. They said it is more cost effective to just replace the 1/2 shaft vs. just the boot because of the labor. I was quoted $179 (San Diego, CA). Is there a logical explanation for "discovering" a ripped CV boot while troubleshooting internal wiring or should I suspect foul play so they could drum up business? Needless to say, I didn't get the backup light fixed nor CV boot replaced...yet. I just checked myself and the boot itself isn't ripped but the aluminum clamp attaching it to the thingamabobber is detached. Regardless, I will have to get it replaced but want to know if I should suspect this particular auto shop of foul play.
Thank you!
--2001, Nissan Sentra SE, 105000 miles, original owner--
@jasminejazz,
if the boot is not ripped, put a heavy plastic zip tie on it, and walk on.
I would do business with a different establishment...
@Rockhead,
Make sure you inspect the entire boot, the torn portion may be facing upwards away from view. Run your hand lightly over the top, don't squeeze the boot. Sometimes wiring does run under the car and alongside/in the floorpan rails.
You can zip tie the boot but I'd rather you screwclamp the boot to keep water out.
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