How can I repair the cv boot which has a small hole on top while on the axle?

o replace the front passenger CV axle on a 2001 Chevy Venture, you'll need a set of basic tools. Here's a list of tools you might require for this job:

1. Jack and Jack Stands:
   • Used to lift the vehicle safely and provide support during the repair.
2. Wheel Chocks:
   • Ensures that the vehicle stays in place while lifting one end.
3. Lug Wrench:
   • To loosen and remove the lug nuts securing the wheel.
4. Socket Set and Wrenches:
   • Various sizes to remove bolts and nuts securing the CV axle.
5. Pry Bar or Crowbar:
   • Helps in removing components like the wheel hub.
6. Pliers:
   • Used to remove cotter pins and other small components.
7. Hammer:
   • May be needed to tap or gently persuade parts loose.
8. Torque Wrench:
   • Necessary for tightening nuts and bolts to the manufacturer's specifications.
9. Pry Tool or Flathead Screwdriver:
   • Useful for prying apart certain components.
10. Hub Puller (Optional):
    • Sometimes required to remove the wheel hub from the CV axle.
11. CV Joint Clamp Pliers:
    • If your CV axle is secured with clamps, you'll need pliers designed for CV joint clamps.
12. Catch Pan:
    • To catch any transmission fluid that may leak during the process.
13. New CV Axle:
    • Ensure you have the correct replacement part for your specific vehicle.
14. Wheel Bearing Grease:
    • Used to lubricate the CV joint and ensure smooth operation.
15. Service Manual:
    • A repair manual specific to your vehicle can provide step-by-step instructions and torque specifications.

Always follow safety precautions and consult your vehicle's service manual for specific instructions related to your Chevy Venture. If you're not comfortable with the repair process, it's advisable to seek professional assistance.

you mean the cv joint boot? It has to be removed from the car first. then its easy: held on by metal clamps, one on the small end of boot around the half axle, and one on the big end of boot around cv housing. Are you replacing the boot? then just cut the metal clamp with snips or a hacksaw. If you are trying to replace boot with it on the car (like those replacement boots that are split and use a glue to seal the split after wrapping it around the axle-really only a temporary fix, and not recommended cause they often don't hold up), anyway just cut the clamps. Be advised that cv clamps require a special tool to tighten them properly. Of course once you get the boot on, you could take it to a shop to have the clamps set properly.

Absolutely not. Cv axles require grease, not oil. Oil is much too thin and would not help lubricate the joint at all. Any hole in the boot would cause grease to come out of it while spinning. If the cv joint is making noise the ONLY way to repair it is to rebuild or replace the joint.

YOU CAN GET A BOOT REPAIR KIT OR A ZIP BOOT.DO NOT LIKE ZIP BOOT,DOESNT WORK . BEST TO GET A REMANUFACTURED AXLE AND REPLACE AS A UNIT,DOESNT COST MUCH MORE AND WIL WORK WITH A WARRANTY.TAKE OFF WHEEL,LOOSEN AXLE NUT,TAKE OFF LOWER BALL JOINT,POP AXLE WITH HAMMER TO DRIVE AVLE OUT OF BEARING A LITTLE WAYS THEN PUILL UP ON STRUT ASSEMBLY TO GET AXLE ALL THE WAY OUT OF BEARING/HUB ASSEMBLT. POP OUT AXLE ANT HE SLIDE IN THE NEW UNIT

ITS NOT A HARD JOB TO DO BUT YOU NEED TOOLS LIKE TIE ROD END REMOVING TOOL,YOU NEED SHAP RING PLIERS,YOU NEED HYDRALIC JACK AND AXLE NUT SOCKET 1/2 BREAKER BAR AND A TORQUE WRENCH RANGES TO 200 FT LBS YOU WILL NEED REPAIR MANUAL FOR TORQUE SPECS.THE ,MANUAL WILL SHOW AND TELL YOU HOW TO REMOVE FRONT AXLE SHAFT CV JOINTS.IT WILL LOT CHEAPER TO BUY WHOLE FRONT AXLE WITH NEW CV JOINTS.YOU NEED CV JOINT BOOT CLAMP TOOL AND ITS A WHOLE LOT OF CLEANING INVOLVE PLUS PACKING NEW BEARINGS WITH GREASE.ITS MORE OF HEAD ACHE BEST TO BUY NEW ONE.

The easy way is to take the inner boot off and take the joint apart. Take new cv axle apart at inner joint and attach to the old one sticking out of axle housing. You will need to get new boot clamp.

If the boot is torn it is a good possibility that the shaft may need to be changed. Auto zone and schucks sell aftermarket boots that are called split boots so you don't have to remove the axle. other wise if you buy a new boot you will have to remove the hub cap break the nut loose on the axle then jack up that side and remove the tire remove the brake caliper remove the lower control arm remove the lower ball joint out of the ball joint then force the shaft of the ball joint out of it,s socket pull axle assembly away from the axle and force axle out then remove the old clamps then remove the boot. If it is the outer that's all you need to do if it's the inner boot which some models have then the axle has to be removed from the trans-axle. Be sure to clean the Area where the new boot goes on and clean the U-joint that the boot it covers, when you buy a new boot they should supply you with new grease if they do be sure to pack the grease in the u-joint then install the boot making sure the boot slips into the groove of the axle and slip clamp on and hook it in the spot and bend it forward then bend the tabs over that hold the clamp in place. Be sure where the boot fits it is clean or you will not get it tight enough and it will come off..

Do not try to get the cv axle out ot the axle housing. It is a major operation. Remove boot and disconnect the inner cv joint and save about five hours of time. The choice is yours ,boot or reman cv axle. You will need to take the reman. axle apart to install it though and some new clamps. Not a simple operation.

athere is a snap ring within the CV joint the nedds to be spread OPEN to release CV joint from axle, Once CV is cleaned and repacked with grease rintall onto axle by again spreading apart clamp. Prior to installing CV joint slide NEW CV joint boot onto axle, Cleanly intall add'l grrease and reinstall CV boot.

from the front? If so no there is no easy way to do so. I had to drop the differental and then remove the cv shaft.... but this was on a 1993 I would think its still the same...