Parts for your 2006 Ford Territory-Cv boots

2006 Ford Territory CV boots: what they do and how to look after them

CV boots are absolutely relevant to the 2006 Ford Territory. Technical sources confirm fitment: the Ford Territory SX/SY Workshop Manual (Driveline/Driveshafts and Axle sections) specifies CV-jointed halfshafts with protective boots, and Ford Australia parts catalogues list front and rear CV boot kits for Territory models. On AWD variants, boots are fitted to both front and rear driveshafts, on RWD variants, boots are fitted to the independent rear halfshafts. Aftermarket catalogues for 2004–2011 Territory models also list direct-fit CV boot kits, reinforcing that these boots are standard equipment.

On a 2006 Territory, those rubber or thermoplastic CV boots keep the joint’s moly grease in and the grit, water, and road grime out. They’re a simple barrier that saves the far more expensive CV joints from premature wear. Once a boot cracks or splits, grease flings out onto the underbody and inside of the wheels, the joint runs dry, and contamination chews it out—often leading to clicking on turns (front AWD), vibration under load, or a dull clunk from the rear.

Good servicing practice is to inspect the boots at every service interval. A quick look with a torch for splits, perished rubber, loose clamps, or fresh grease spray can prevent bigger bills. Many owners schedule a closer check every 10–15,000 kilometres, especially if the Territory sees gravel roads, towing, or lots of stop–start city use.

If a boot is damaged but the joint’s still quiet and play-free, a boot-only replacement with fresh moly CV grease can be a smart, affordable fix. Choose a quality neoprene or thermoplastic boot, new clamps, and the correct spec molybdenum disulphide grease. If the joint has run noisy or gritty, it’s usually better to replace the whole shaft or joint assembly.

Handy signs it’s time to act:

• Grease sprayed around the inner rim of the wheel, strut, or undertray
• Visible cracks, splits, or a boot that feels hard and brittle
• Clicking on full lock (AWD front), or vibration/shudder on acceleration
• Random clunks over bumps from the rear

After any boot or shaft work, recheck clamps, wipe away old grease, and road test. For AWD models, it’s also worth checking front diff and hub seals while everything’s under the bonnet and up on the hoist. Look after the boots and the CVs will usually run quietly for years.

Does a 2006 Ford Territory have CV boots on the front?
AWD models do—front and rear. RWD models only have CV boots on the independent rear halfshafts. The front of a RWD Territory isn’t driven, so there are no front CV joints or boots to service there.

How often should CV boots be checked or replaced on a 2006 Territory?
Have them inspected at every service. Many workshops give them a closer look every 10–15,000 km. Replace the boot at the first sign of cracking, grease leakage, or loose clamps. There’s no fixed kilometre limit, life depends on use and environment.

Can a split CV boot be replaced without changing the whole driveshaft?
Yes—if caught early. If the joint hasn’t run noisy or gritty and there’s no excessive play, a boot-only replacement with fresh moly grease is fine. If contamination or wear is evident, a complete shaft or joint replacement is the safer long-term fix.