Parts for your 2001 Honda Accord-Cv boots

2001 Honda Accord CV Boots: What They Do and How to Look After Them

Per Honda factory service information and OEM parts catalogues for the 1998–2002 Accord generation, the 2001 Honda Accord is front‑wheel drive and uses constant‑velocity (CV) joints on both front driveshafts, each protected by rubber CV boots (inner and outer). So yes—CV boots are absolutely fitted to this model and are an essential part of keeping the driveline smooth and quiet.

CV boots are flexible rubber bellows that keep high‑moly grease inside the CV joint while sealing out water, grit, and road grime. On a 2001 Accord there are typically four boots up front (two per side). When intact, they let the joint articulate through steering and suspension travel without losing lubrication. If a boot splits or a clamp loosens, grease gets flung around the wheel well, contaminants get in, and the joint can wear quickly—often showing up as that tell‑tale clicking on full lock.

• Look for grease spray on the inner rim, strut, or undertray.
• Listen for clicking or clacking on turns—especially low‑speed, tight manoeuvres.
• Check for perished rubber, cracks, or loose/broken clamps.
• Catch tears early to avoid replacing the whole joint or shaft.

As part of regular servicing on a 2001 Accord, it’s smart to inspect CV boots every service or roughly every 10,000–15,000 kilometres. If a boot is just starting to crack, get it swapped promptly and the joint re‑packed with the correct molybdenum CV grease. Quality neoprene boots with proper stainless clamps are worth it, and new clamps should be tensioned with the right tool so they don’t weep. If there’s already clicking, roughness, or metal grit in the grease, the safer bet is a complete CV joint or driveshaft replacement. After any CV work, ensure the axle nut is torqued to spec and re‑check for leaks after a short drive. Done right, fresh boots can keep those Accord drive shafts humming for ages.

Do all 2001 Honda Accord models have CV boots?

Yes. Australian and New Zealand‑delivered 2001 Accord variants are front‑wheel drive, with inner and outer CV joints on each front driveshaft—so they all use CV boots.

How often should CV boots be replaced?

There’s no fixed interval, they’re replaced when damaged. With regular inspections, many last well past 100,000 km. If a boot is split or clamps are loose, replace the boot and re‑pack the joint ASAP to prevent CV joint wear.

Can you drive with a torn CV boot?

It’s risky. A short, gentle trip to a workshop might be okay, but grease loss and contamination can quickly trash the joint. If there’s clicking, the joint may already be worn—plan on a joint or shaft replacement.