Parts for your 2008 Honda Stream-Cv boots

2008 Honda Stream CV boots — what they are, why they matter, and when to sort them

Based on technical sources including the Honda Stream (RN6–RN9) workshop manual (Driveline/Axle section) and Honda’s Electronic Parts Catalogue, the 2008 Honda Stream is fitted with constant velocity (CV) joint boots. Front‑wheel‑drive models have inner and outer CV boots on both front driveshafts, and four‑wheel‑drive variants also use CV boots at the rear. So yes—CV boots are absolutely relevant on this model.

On the 2008 Stream, CV boots are tough rubber sleeves that seal special moly grease around the CV joints and keep out water, grit, and road grime. That protection lets the joints articulate smoothly as the front wheels steer and the suspension moves. If a boot splits or perishes, grease gets flung onto the inside of the rim and wheel arch, contaminants rush in, and the joint can wear rapidly—often heard as a clicking on turns.

As part of regular servicing, it’s smart to inspect the CV boots every 10,000–15,000 km. Look for cracks, weeping, loose clamps, or flung grease. In Aussie and Kiwi conditions—heat, UV, rain, coastal air, and gravel roads—boots can age faster. Many last 5–10 years, but it’s common to find boots needing attention somewhere between 120,000 and 180,000 km.

• Replace the boot at the first sign of damage. If there’s no clicking yet, a boot-only repair with fresh grease and new clamps usually saves the joint.
• Use OE or high‑quality aftermarket boots and the correct molybdenum disulphide grease. Always fit new clamps.
• Clean the joint thoroughly if any grit entered, if pitting or play is felt, opt for a joint or complete shaft assembly.
• Re‑torque the axle nut to spec and stake it. A wheel alignment check is sensible if the hub’s been disturbed.
• “Stretch” universal boots can work as a get‑you‑by fix, but a proper boot kit is the better long‑term solution.

Typical workshop time is 1.0–2.0 hours per side, depending on whether it’s an inner or outer boot and how seized things are. Leaving a torn boot to soldier on can turn a small, tidy job into a pricier driveshaft replacement, so it pays to get onto it early.

Popular questions about 2008 Honda Stream CV boots

Do all 2008 Honda Stream models have CV boots?
Yes. All FWD Streams have CV boots on both front half‑shafts. Models equipped with 4WD also have CV boots on the rear drive shafts. That’s confirmed by Honda’s workshop manual and parts listings for RN6–RN9 variants.

How often should CV boots be replaced on a 2008 Stream?
There’s no fixed interval—boots are replaced on condition. Inspect them at every service. Replace at the first sign of cracking, weeping, or loose clamps. In local conditions, expect attention somewhere around 120,000–180,000 km, but they can last longer with gentle use.

Can a split CV boot be fixed without changing the whole driveshaft?
Often, yes. If the split is recent and the joint isn’t clicking, a boot kit with fresh grease and clamps will usually sort it. If there’s noise, roughness, or metal contamination, the safer bet is a new joint or complete shaft assembly.