Looks like some grease is being sprayed around under the engine, near where the driver's side drive axle comes out of the transmission. I'm guessing the inner CV boot has a hole though I haven't seen or felt one yet.

1. Anything else I should check that might be slinging grease down there?

2. If I find a hole is there any way to plug it up until I have time to replace the boot? (duct tape?)

3. Haynes manual says boot and CV joint can be removed with the axle still on the car - has anyone tried that? Is it manageable?

Thanks!


'95 Contour GL, Zetec/ATX

Repairs: * wheel bearings * sway bar stop * left CV joint * alternator * shift interlock *heater tube * VSS *tensioner *
Why do I still love it?