Parts for your 2007 Ford Falcon-Cv joint

2007 Ford Falcon CV Joint — What’s Fitted and How to Look After It

Based on factory literature and parts catalogues — including the Ford Australia BF MkII Workshop Manual (Section 205-02 Rear Drive Axle), Max Ellery’s Ford Falcon BA–BF Series Service Manual (2002–2008), and local parts listings for BA/BF IRS half‑shafts — the 2007 Ford Falcon sedan runs independent rear suspension with CV-jointed half‑shafts (inner and outer CVs each side). The BF wagon and ute use a live rear axle, so they don’t have rear CV joints. The front axle isn’t driven on any 2007 Falcon, so there are no front CVs.

For BF MkII sedans where CV joints are fitted, the CVs live at each end of the rear half‑shafts, letting the wheels move up and down whilst still putting power to the road. Their job is to transfer torque through changing angles smoothly and quietly. The boots keep special grease in and dirt and water out, once a boot splits, wear ramps up fast.

As part of regular servicing, it’s smart to inspect the rear CV boots and shafts at each service or tyre rotation. Look for grease flung around the inner wheel or suspension, cracked or perished boots, and any free play at the joints. A short road test helps too — a clicking or clacking on take‑off or during low‑speed turns, a vibration under load, or a thunk as drive takes up can all point at a worn joint.

• If a boot is torn but the joint’s quiet, a prompt boot-and-grease refresh can save the shaft.
• If there’s noise or looseness, a complete half‑shaft (CV shaft) replacement is usually the best-value fix.
• Use quality CV grease and new retaining clips, replace hub nuts and circlips where specified.
• Tighten fasteners to the factory torque specs and recheck after a short shakedown drive.

Most BF sedan CV shaft jobs don’t need a wheel alignment, but if any suspension arms were loosened or prised around, it’s wise to get one. After replacement, listen for any remaining knocks and do a quick leak check around the boots. With intact boots and clean grease, the rear CVs on a BF sedan will generally go the distance on Aussie and Kiwi roads.

FAQs

Does a 2007 Ford Falcon have CV joints?
The BF MkII sedan does — it uses inner and outer CV joints on each rear half‑shaft due to its independent rear suspension. The BF wagon and ute run a live rear axle and don’t use rear CV joints. None of the 2007 Falcons have front CVs because they’re rear‑wheel drive.

What are the common symptoms of a worn CV joint on a BF sedan?
Grease splatter near the rear wheels, split boots, clicking or clacking at low speeds, vibration under load, and a clunk as drive takes up are the big giveaways. Catching a torn boot early can often prevent joint damage.

Do you need a wheel alignment after replacing a rear CV shaft?
Usually no, if only the shaft was removed. If any suspension arms or adjusters were loosened or moved, a post‑repair alignment check is a good idea to protect tyres and handling.