Parts for your 1999 Daihatsu Gran move-Cv joint

1999 Daihatsu Gran Move CV Joint — Purpose, Care, and Replacement

Yes, the 1999 Daihatsu Gran Move uses CV joints on its front driveshafts. This is documented in the Daihatsu Gran Move/Pyzar factory service manual (G301/G303 series) under Front Axle and Driveshaft, which details outboard (Rzeppa) and inboard (tripod/plunge) CV joints. The Daihatsu Electronic Parts Catalogue for the 1999 Gran Move lists complete front shafts and separate CV joint and boot kits, and major aftermarket catalogues (e.g., SKF, GSP) supply CV joint kits for this model. Together, these technical sources confirm the CV joint is relevant and fitted to the 1999 Gran Move.

The CV joint on a 1999 Daihatsu Gran Move lets the front wheels steer and move up and down while still putting power to the road. The outboard joint near the wheel handles the big steering angles, while the inboard joint closer to the gearbox allows in–out “plunge” as the suspension works. When these are healthy and well-greased, the Gran Move feels smooth and predictable, with quiet take-offs and clean cornering.

Owners should keep an eye on the rubber boots. Those bellows keep high‑moly grease in and road grit out. A split boot or flung grease is the classic early warning. Clicking on full lock, shudder under acceleration, or a rhythmic knock are signs the joint’s already wearing out.

As part of regular servicing, it’s smart to:

• Inspect inner and outer CV boots every service or 10,000 km, including the small ends and clamp areas.
• Replace any suspect boot early and repack with the correct molybdenum disulphide CV grease.
• Use quality stainless clamps and the proper crimp tool for a tidy, leak-free seal.

If a joint is noisy or gritty, replacement is the go. On this Daihatsu you can fit a new joint kit or a complete shaft assembly. A complete shaft can save time and often gives better long‑term results on higher‑kilometre cars. During the job, don’t let the shaft hang from the inner joint, protect the axle seal at the gearbox, and always use a new driveshaft nut. Tighten to the factory torque spec from the service manual and re-stake or pin as specified. ABS models need the correct tone ring count, so match parts by VIN.

Driving habits help too: avoid hard launches on full lock, keep tyre pressures even, and rotate tyres on schedule. Look after the boots and grease, and a Gran Move’s CVs can reliably clock up big kilometres without drama.

Question: Does the 1999 Gran Move have CV joints at the rear as well?

Most 1999 Gran Move models in Australia and New Zealand are front‑wheel drive, so there are no rear CV joints—just simple rear hubs. If a rare 4WD variant is encountered, the rear driveline may use CV joints, but that’s uncommon in local markets.

Question: How long do CV joints typically last on a Gran Move?

With intact boots and correct grease, many last 150,000–250,000 km or more. Once a boot splits, grit gets in and wear accelerates fast, so early boot replacement is key to long life.

Question: Is it better to replace just the CV joint or the whole driveshaft?

Both approaches work. A joint-and-boot kit is cost‑effective if the shaft splines are good. A complete shaft can be quicker to fit, often includes new boots and joints, and is a tidy option on high‑kilometre cars.