Parts for your 2009 Ford Falcon-Cv boots

2009 Ford Falcon CV boots — what they do and how to look after them

Per the Ford FG Falcon Workshop Manual (Group 205-02, Rear Drive Halfshafts) and Ford’s Microcat parts catalogue for FG (2008–2014), the 2009 Falcon sedan and XR variants run independent rear suspension with inboard and outboard constant-velocity (CV) joints, each protected by rubber boots. The front end is not driven, so no front CV boots are fitted. Note: FG Falcon ute models with a live rear axle (and late BF-series wagons still sold in 2009) don’t use rear CV boots. For a typical 2009 FG sedan or XR, CV boots are absolutely relevant.

On an FG Falcon sedan, the CV boots are there to keep high-moly grease in and water, dust, and road grit out while the rear halfshafts articulate through bumps and power delivery. When the boot splits or a clamp loosens, the grease flicks out over the inner wheel, trailing arm, or rear bumper, and the joint can wear rapidly, leading to clicks or clunks on throttle or over bumps. Catch it early and it’s a quick boot-and-grease job, leave it too long and the joint may need replacing.

As part of routine servicing, it pays to eyeball all four rear boots (two per side) every 10,000–15,000 km or at each oil change. Look for:

• Grease spray on the inside of the wheel or underbody
• Cracks, splits, or perished rubber
• Loose or missing clamps
• Noises under load after a suspected split

If a boot is damaged but the joint is still quiet and smooth, a boot-only repair with the correct CV grease and ear-type clamps is fine. If there’s play, grinding, or metallic noise, a complete halfshaft may be smarter and often quicker on labour. Use quality boots sized to the FG CV housings, clean the joint thoroughly, and pack the specified quantity of moly grease. After refit, torque the axle and hub fasteners to spec and road test. Rear alignment generally isn’t affected by a shaft swap, but a quick check never hurts.

Given Aussie and Kiwi conditions—heat, gravel, and the odd kerb strike—a regular look under the Falcon’s bum is cheap insurance. A split boot can fail a WOF or roadworthy, so sorting it promptly keeps the car legal and the driveline happy.

Popular questions about 2009 Ford Falcon CV boots

Does a 2009 FG Falcon have CV boots?
Yes, FG sedans and XR models with independent rear suspension have CV boots on the rear halfshafts. The front has no CV boots, and FG utes with a live axle don’t use them at the rear.

What are the signs a CV boot has failed on an FG Falcon?
Common giveaways are grease flung around the inner wheel or bumper, visible splits in the rubber, and later on, clicks or clunks from the rear under load. If noise has started, the joint may already be worn.

Should they replace the boot or the whole shaft?
If the boot split is recent and the joint is quiet with no play, a boot-and-grease repair is usually fine. If there’s contamination, roughness, or noise, a complete halfshaft is typically the more reliable fix.