Parts for your 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero-Cv boots

2006 Mitsubishi Pajero CV boots: purpose, checks, and replacement

CV boots are absolutely relevant and fitted on the 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. Technical sources including the Mitsubishi Pajero/Montero Workshop Manual (2000–2006 NM/NP and 2006–2009 NS chassis sections) and the Mitsubishi ASA electronic parts catalogue show front and rear half‑shafts with constant velocity (CV) joints protected by rubber boots. General repair guides (e.g., Haynes/Max Ellery manuals for Pajero of this era) also depict the CV joint and boot assemblies, confirming fitment across 4x4 variants.

On this Pajero, the boots seal specialised grease inside the CV joints and keep out water, sand, and grit—especially important for Aussie and Kiwi conditions where beach runs, mud, and creek crossings are common. The front uses outer Rzeppa‑type and inner tripod joints, the independent rear suspension also uses CV/DOJ joints with boots. When boots crack or tear, grease gets flung over the control arms and brakes, and the joint can wear quickly, leading to clicking on turns, vibration under throttle, and costly axle replacement.

For regular servicing, it’s smart to inspect CV boots at every service or at least every 10,000–15,000 km—and immediately after off‑road work, water crossings, or a big day on corrugations. Look for:

• Grease spray around the inner wheel arches, struts, or chassis.
• Cracks, splits, or perishing in the bellows.
• Loose or missing clamps, or boots that feel hard and brittle.

If a split is caught early and the joint is still quiet and smooth, a boot kit (new boot, fresh moly CV grease, and clamps) usually sorts it. If there’s clicking, grinding, or heavy contamination, replacement of the joint or complete shaft is the safer bet. Given the Pajero’s independent rear end, it’s worth checking both front and rear boots together. Use quality OEM or heavy‑duty aftermarket boots suited to the specific joint type, and ensure clamps are properly crimped so they don’t loosen on corrugated roads.

Owners who tour or tow should consider preventative boot replacement around the high‑kilometre mark, especially if the rubber shows age. A quick visual at tyre rotations is an easy win, and keeping those boots tidy saves the CVs—and the trip.

How often should CV boots be inspected on a 2006 Pajero?

They should be checked at every routine service or 10,000–15,000 km, whichever comes first. If the vehicle sees sand, mud, or water, add a quick look straight after the trip. Regular inspections catch small splits before they destroy the joint.

Can the Pajero be driven with a torn CV boot?

It can, but it’s risky and could get expensive quickly. A torn boot lets out grease and lets in grit and water, a good joint can become noisy within a short drive. If the tear is fresh and the joint is quiet, re‑booting promptly can save the axle. If it’s been driven for a while or there’s clicking, replace the joint/shaft.

Which axles have CV boots on the 2006 Pajero?

Both ends. The Pajero’s independent front and rear suspension use half‑shafts with CV/DOJ joints, each protected by rubber boots—outers at the wheel ends and inners at the diff/axle ends. That’s why front and rear boots should be inspected together during servicing.