How much does it cost to replace my front axle?
Front Axle Repair Costs The cost to repair an axle runs between about $500 and $600 dollars before taxes and fees. Costs vary depending the type of vehicle, brand, make, and model. Labor costs vary from between about $50 dollars and $140 depending on how long the job takes for a model of vehicle.
How long does it take to replace a front axle?
It would take approximately 30 minutes to replace one axle. If a person actually wanted to repair an axle, if completely broken, then it would have to be welded. Welding an axle will not work, it weakens the steel to much to make it usable again. Front axles on most newer vehicles are a whole new game.
Can a CV axle fail on a Subaru Outback?
Adventure is always a possibility when you get the behind the wheel of your rig, so be sure your vehicle lives up to its potential with a new Subaru Outback CV axle from AutoZone. Your Subaru Outback drive shaft can fail for a number of reasons at any time. Pay attention to side-to-side vibrations when you accelerate.
Which is better Subaru remanufactured or o.e.axle?
The O.E. Subaru axle that came in the car when it was new is much superior in quality to anything that can be purchased in the aftermarket and much better than a Subaru Remanufactured axle as well. Catching the boot failure early when the boot is starting to crack will keep the costs down and yield a much better repair.
How many CV axles does a Subaru have?
There is one CV axle per drive wheel. On a modern Subaru there are 4 CV or drive axles. For the purpose of this article I am going to refer to everything as CV.
What causes a Subaru Outback drive shaft to fail?
Your Subaru Outback drive shaft can fail for a number of reasons at any time. Pay attention to side-to-side vibrations when you accelerate. You may also experience clunking sounds after shifting from drive to reverse.