Parts for your 2000 Daihatsu Gran move-Universal joints

2000 Daihatsu Gran Move universal joints — are they even a thing?

Short answer: no, not in the driveline. Based on the Daihatsu Pyzar/Gran Move Factory Service Manual (Chassis, 1997–2002), Autodata Technical Data for 2000 models, and the Daihatsu/Toyota Electronic Parts Catalogue for G303/G311 series, the 2000 Daihatsu Gran Move is front‑wheel drive and uses constant‑velocity (CV) joints on its front driveshafts. There’s no propeller shaft and no rear differential, so there are no cardan‑type universal joints (U‑joints) in the drivetrain.

Why’s that? FWD packaging puts the engine and transaxle up front, driving the front wheels via half‑shafts. Those shafts need to steer and move up and down with the suspension while keeping a steady rotational speed, which is exactly what CV joints (Rzeppa outer, tripod/double‑offset inner in the factory literature) are designed to do. Traditional U‑joints don’t provide constant velocity at angle and would cause vibration and shudder on lock — not ideal when you’re parking at the shops.

If someone’s told there are “universal joints” to replace on a Gran Move, they’re almost always talking about the CV joints, or occasionally the small universal joint in the steering intermediate shaft (that one connects the column to the rack and is a separate steering component, not a driveline part).

What to look after instead of U‑joints:

• Front CV boots — check for splits, grease sling on the inside of the rims, or perished rubber.
• Noises — clicking on full lock (outer CV) or shudder on take‑off (inner CV) means it’s time for repair.
• Servicing — boots can be replaced if caught early, once a joint’s noisy or gritty, swap the joint or complete shaft.

For the steering column’s small U‑joint, symptoms include notchiness, binding, or a clunk over bumps. That’s serviced as a steering part, not as a drivetrain U‑joint.

Popular questions about 2000 Daihatsu Gran Move universal joints

Does a 2000 Daihatsu Gran Move have universal joints in the drivetrain?

No. Technical sources list the Gran Move as front‑wheel drive with CV joints on the front half‑shafts and no prop shaft, so there are no driveline U‑joints fitted. Only the steering intermediate shaft uses a small U‑joint, and that’s a steering component.

What should be serviced instead of universal joints on a Gran Move?

The CV joints and boots. Inspect boots for cracks or grease leaks every service. If there’s clicking on full lock or vibration on acceleration, the affected CV joint or complete driveshaft should be replaced. Early boot replacement can save the joint.

How can someone tell if the steering U‑joint is worn on a Gran Move?

Feel for tight spots or a bind in the steering, listen for a light clunk over bumps, and check for free play at the intermediate shaft. If present, the joint or shaft assembly should be renewed and the steering aligned afterwards.