I have a 1997 mpv with the same problem. I haven't started the repair yet but I am under the impression that a kit is available to replace the leaking seals. I have a shop manual for 1997 . I am willing to post the pages for those who need them.
I dont know what is reasonable, but my dealer said it would be about $900 to replace both outer CV boots on my 2001 Pathfinder.
If you are lucky tie rod (inner or outer) has to be replaced. If you are not lucky you will have to replace all steering mechanism (steering rack).
YOU DON"T. These are sealed units. The repair is to replace the whole half shaft. It much easier actually. JUst thake out the old ha;f shaft get a rebult or new halfshaft and pop it in.
Attached to steering rack and steering knuckles.
There isn't a steering linkage boot, but there are two steering rack boots located underneath the car. To access them raise the vehicle and remove the two front wheels. Remove the lower ball joint, outer tie rod, and inner tie rod. Removing the inner tie rod allows access to the boot. Loosen the clamp and pull off the boot.
Lay under the front while having someone turn the wheel back and forth, replace whatever parts have play in them.
You have a loose/worn steering component. Outer tie rods are the most common.
it is best not to have any play in your steering, and its best not to have no more than an inch of play in your steering, but if I was you I would check your inner and outer tie rod ends. power steering just makes turning your wheels easier....it doesn't contribute in steering wheel play!! you shouldn't have no more than an inch of play in your steering.....it is best not to have any play in your steering. check your inner and outer tie rod ends.
It's easier and more cost/effort efficient to replace it with a rebuilt shaft. That way you get an inner & outer joint, new boots and it becomes a remove & replace instead of a grief filled search for bits and pieces to fix yours.
There are two types of tie rods on a 2000 Dodge neon. The outer-tie rod connect to the inner-tie rods which mount to the steering rack. The outer units are threaded on to the inner- tie rods. Remove them by spinning it counter clockwise. Take a special tie rod socket to remove the inner-tie rod. Replace the units.
Replace either the inner tie rod end or the outer. Which ever is worn out.
replace it