Parts for your 2005 Honda Stream-Driveshafts

2005 Honda Stream driveshafts — what they do and how to look after them

Driveshafts are absolutely used on the 2005 Honda Stream. Honda’s own Stream Service Manual (2001–2005, Driveline/Axle section) details left and right front driveshafts with inboard and outboard CV joints across RN1–RN5 models, and the official Honda parts catalogue (EPC) lists these front shafts for all variants, with an added propeller shaft for RN4 Real Time 4WD models. That means every 2005 Stream runs CV driveshafts up front, some also have a rear prop shaft.

On this compact people mover, the front CV driveshafts transfer torque from the transaxle to the front wheels while allowing for suspension travel and steering angle. They’re packed with high-moly grease and sealed by flexible boots, so they can quietly do their thing for years—provided those boots stay intact.

As part of regular servicing, it’s smart to give the driveshafts a once‑over at each oil change. Look for split or weeping CV boots, grease flung around the inner guards, and any play at the joints. A quick road test helps too: listen for clicking on full lock, feel for shudder under acceleration, and note any vibration at motorway speeds that eases off when you lift.

If a boot is torn but the joint isn’t noisy, a prompt boot-and-grease service can save the shaft. If there’s clicking, binding, or excessive play, replacement is the go. When swapping shafts, use new axle nuts and circlips, protect the gearbox seal lips, and seat the inboard joint fully in the diff. Aftermarket and genuine options both exist, quality grease, properly crimped clamps, and correct final nut torque are key to long life and no hub play. On RN4 4WD models, also check the propeller shaft’s centre bearing and joints for rumble or vibration.

• Service tip: Inspect CV boots every 10,000–15,000 km, or sooner if driving on gravel or through water.
• Replacement tip: If one side has failed due to age and the other looks marginal, consider doing both to avoid a second visit.

Treated right, driveshafts on a 2005 Honda Stream will hum along quietly, keeping the family wagon smooth and drama‑free.

FAQs

Does a 2005 Honda Stream have driveshafts?
Yes. All 2005 Stream variants have front CV driveshafts. Honda’s Service Manual (Driveline/Axle) specifies left and right front shafts for RN1–RN5, and the Honda EPC lists them by VIN. RN4 Real Time 4WD models also run a propeller shaft to the rear differential.

What are the common signs the driveshafts need work?
Clicking on tight turns, vibration on acceleration, grease sprayed inside the wheel or underbody, and torn CV boots. Address a damaged boot early, if the joint is already noisy or has play, replace the shaft.

Should both front driveshafts be replaced together?
Not mandatory. Replace the failed side after inspecting the other. If the opposite boot is perished or the joint feels rough, doing both can save downtime and a second alignment or road test later.