Hi all,
This is an update. BTW, I learned the boots are for the CV joint. I could see them under from bending over the engine. Sorry about the wrong info I gave out earlier.
I took the car back to the shop Monday morning. The guy apologized profusely and promised to get it right. By the evening, after he put in a new set of boots, tightened up whatever were loose before, gave me a free oil change, and took it for a road test, he declared the car was now problem-free.
On the way home the car was fine. But Tuesday the rubber burning smell returned, though not as strong. I first smelled it through the vent when stopped at the traffic light. I thought maybe it was the residual but it persisted after 50 miles and 24 hours.
I took it back to the shop again this morning. The guy again apologized profusely and said he couldn't think of what to say except to take another look.
I left the car there but I have no confidence on this guy now. What would you do?
Any opinion will be greatly appreciated!
Faith