Hi,
I've been told I need new outer CV boots and the cost for parts & labor (no tax) is $550 (dealership). In calling around, I've gotten prices as low as $150 to $180. I'm not calling general shops, only Volvo-specific mechanics.
The dealership says it's IMPOSSIBLE that someone could charge that little, and the Volvo shops say that $550 is outrageously high. Can someone help me? Thanks so much!
I have not looked at my 850's boots, but $550 seems INSANE!! Unless there is something 'special' here, or if the factory parts are unreasonably expensive!
Hi!
I'm in the same situation on my 93 850. I've been told by more than one reputable service facility that it's far better to replace the whole axle than take a chance on just changing the boot, as all you'll wind up doing with a boot change is delaying the replacement of the axle by six months or so. The reason is because water and dirt quickly penetrates the crack in the boot and contaminates the bearings, leading to development of a knocking bearing in fairly short order.
I was quoted roughly $200 per side to replace the axles with warranteed rebuilt axles, including labor. However, I found rebuilt axles for $75 each, and new ones for $90 wholesale, so bought one of each and will do the job myself. Total cost to do the job shouldn't total more than $200, including the cost of a Haynes manual to ensure I do it right.
Keith Monteith
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