What role do CV Joint and CV Joint Boot play in vehicle maintenance, and how should they be inspected and maintained for petrol engines on 2008 Volvo S40?

Driveshaft rubber gaiters are vulnerable to damage from dirt and water causing damage to the joint, so it is a good idea to wash them occasionally. Inspect outer cv joint gaiters for cracks with vehicle raised. Check retaining clips and inner joints. Replace damaged gaiters and check the condition of joints by testing movement which will indicate possible wear.

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2008 Volvo S40 Boots Part Number: 31256012
$130.37 MSRP: $195.89
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- Other Name: Bellows Kit; CV Joint Boot; Boots
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 31256012
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Volvo's factory warranty.
Fits the following 2008 Volvo S40 Submodels:
- 2.4i, i | 5 Cyl 2.4 L GAS
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2008 Volvo S40 Boots Part Number: 31256014
$157.12 MSRP: $185.50
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Bellows Kit; CV Joint Boot; Boots
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 31256014
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Volvo's factory warranty.
Fits the following 2008 Volvo S40 Submodels:
- T5, T5 R-Design | 5 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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2008 Volvo S40 Repair Kit Part Number: 31256016
$130.37 MSRP: $195.89
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Bellows Kit 2508; CV Joint Boot; Boots, Repair Kit
- Replaced by: 31256406
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 31256016
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Volvo's factory warranty.
Fits the following 2008 Volvo S40 Submodels:
- T5, T5 R-Design | 5 Cyl 2.5 L GAS

2008 Volvo S40 CV Joint Boot Parts and Q&A

Q: What role do CV Joint and CV Joint Boot play in vehicle maintenance, and how should they be inspected and maintained for petrol engines on 2008 Volvo S40?
A: Driveshaft rubber gaiters are vulnerable to damage from dirt and water causing damage to the joint, so it is a good idea to wash them occasionally. Inspect outer cv joint gaiters for cracks with vehicle raised. Check retaining clips and inner joints. Replace damaged gaiters and check the condition of joints by testing movement which will indicate possible wear.