UTV clicking on turns: torn CV boot

Applies to: All 4WD and IRS machines (Polaris, Can-Am, Honda, Yamaha, Kawasaki), All years

Symptoms

  • Grease sprayed inside the wheel
  • Clicking when turning
  • Clunk on/off throttle

Why it happens

A torn boot lets the grease out and mud in, which wears the CV joint.

How to fix it

  1. Inspect all boots after muddy rides.
  2. If only the boot is torn, clean, repack and fit a new boot.
  3. If the joint clicks, replace the axle.
  4. Torque the axle nut to the manual spec.

Tools and parts

  • CV boot kit or axle
  • Boot clamp pliers
  • Torque wrench

What the factory service manual covers

Drive: axle removal, CV boot service, axle nut torque. The full procedure, specs and wiring diagrams are in the factory service manual for your machine.

Get the factory service manual

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