Parts for your 2000 Daihatsu Gran move-Cv joint

2000 Daihatsu Gran Move CV Joint — What It Does and How to Look After It

Yes, a CV joint is absolutely relevant to the 2000 Daihatsu Gran Move. The model is front‑wheel drive and uses constant velocity (CV) joints on each front driveshaft. This is confirmed by Daihatsu’s OEM Electronic Parts Catalogue for the L2‑series Gran Move/Pyzar (which lists inboard and outboard joint sets and boots), common workshop manuals for the L2 platform (Driveshaft & Axle sections describing tripod inboard and Rzeppa‑type outboard joints), and mainstream parts catalogues in AU/NZ that supply CV joint kits and boot kits for 1996–2002 Gran Move/Pyzar. That all points to factory‑fitted CV joints on this vehicle.

On the Gran Move, the CV joints let the front wheels steer and move up and down with the suspension while still getting smooth drive from the gearbox. The outboard joint lives at the wheel end for big steering angles, the inboard joint sits at the transaxle end and allows plunge as the suspension works. Both rely on the protective rubber boot and the right grease to stay happy for the long haul.

As part of routine servicing, it’s smart to give the CV area a quick once‑over. A torn boot lets grease fling out and water or grit creep in, which can chew out a joint pretty quickly. Catch a split boot early and a boot kit with fresh grease can save the joint. Leave it, and you’ll likely be up for a joint or complete driveshaft assembly.

• Typical signs it’s time to act:
  • Sharp clicking or clacking on tight turns (outer joint wear).
  • Grease sprayed around the inner rim of the wheel or under the guard (boot split).
  • Shudder or vibration under load that eases off when coasting (often the inner joint).
• Service tips for the 2000 Gran Move:
  • Inspect CV boots every service or 10,000 km, and after rough‑road trips.
  • If replacing a joint or shaft, use the specified moly CV grease and new clamps/boot.
  • Torque the hub/axle nut to factory spec and fit a new staked nut where required.
  • After refit, road‑test for noises and check for any transaxle seal weep.

Plenty of workshops now replace the whole driveshaft on higher‑km cars, as it’s quick and often cost‑effective, but a quality boot or joint kit is still a solid fix when wear is localised. Either way, keeping those boots intact is the best money saver.

Popular questions about 2000 Daihatsu Gran Move CV joints

How long do CV joints last on a Gran Move?
With intact boots and the right grease, they can run well past 150,000–200,000 km. Harsh roads, lifted suspensions, or split boots shorten that considerably. Regular inspection is what keeps them going.

Should the whole driveshaft be replaced or just the CV joint?
If only one joint is noisy and the shaft splines are good, a joint kit is fine. When the vehicle has high kilometres, both joints feel tired, or parts availability/pricing favours it, a complete shaft can be quicker and better value.

What noise points to a bad CV joint?
Clicking on full lock when accelerating points to the outboard joint. A rumble or vibration under load that fades when you lift off is more typical of an inner joint. Always check for a split boot and flung grease first.