Parts for your 2009 Ford Transit-Cv boots

2009 Ford Transit CV boots — what they do and when to replace them

Referencing Ford’s ETIS workshop manual for Front Drive Halfshafts (Transit 2006.25>), the Ford parts catalogue for the 2009 MY Transit (V347/V348), the Haynes Ford Transit Diesel 2006–2013 workshop manual, and GKN/SKF application guides, CV joints and their rubber boots are fitted to front‑wheel drive (FWD) and all‑wheel drive (AWD) 2009 Ford Transit variants. Rear‑wheel drive (RWD) Transits of the same year use a live rear axle and a prop shaft with universal joints instead of constant‑velocity joints, so there are no CV boots on those driveline components. That means CV boots are relevant for FWD/AWD 2009 Transits and generally not applicable to RWD models.

On FWD and AWD 2009 Transits, CV boots are the tough rubber bellows that seal each CV joint on the driveshafts. They keep high‑moly grease in and road grime, water, and grit out. With the van doing the daily grind across Aussie and Kiwi roads, those boots flex thousands of times a trip, once a boot cracks or a clamp loosens, grease flings out, contaminants rush in, and the joint can wear quickly, leading to clicking on turns and vibration under load.

As part of routine servicing, it’s smart to check the inner and outer CV boots every 10,000–15,000 kilometres, or at each oil service. Look for grease spray around the wheel, strut, or subframe, any splits or perishing in the rubber, and loose or rusty clamps. If a boot is torn, replacing it promptly and repacking the CV with the correct grease can save the joint. If the joint has already started clicking, a complete shaft or joint may be the better call.

When replacing a boot, go with a quality kit that includes the proper stainless clamps and the right type and amount of CV grease. Cleanliness is everything: wipe out any grit, inspect the bearing surfaces, and avoid over‑stretching the new boot. Refit hardware to the torque values in the factory manual, and consider a quick road test to check for noise or vibration. Split‑boot “on‑car” kits can work as a roadside patch, but a traditional boot swap with the joint off the shaft is the long‑term fix most techs prefer.

Keeping CV boots tidy and intact helps the Transit track straight, stay quiet on full lock, and keeps servicing costs in check — a small job that prevents a much bigger one.

• Inspect boots at each service or every 10–15k km
• Replace any split or perished boot immediately
• Use the correct grease and clamps, follow factory torque specs

Popular questions about 2009 Ford Transit CV boots

How often should CV boots be checked on a 2009 Transit?
They’re best checked at every routine service or roughly every 10,000–15,000 km. If the van tows, carries heavy loads, or works on unsealed roads, more frequent inspections are wise. A quick look while the wheels are off can catch small cracks before they become big repairs.

What are the tell‑tale signs of a failing CV boot?
Grease flung around the inside of the wheel or along the control arm is the classic giveaway. You might also see a split in the rubber, loose clamps, or hear clicking when accelerating on full lock — a sign the joint may already be wearing from contamination or lack of lubrication.

Can a split‑boot kit be used instead of removing the driveshaft?
Split‑boot kits can be a quick, temporary fix if you’re in a bind, but a full boot replacement with the joint cleaned and repacked is the longer‑lasting repair. For high‑mileage Transits, most technicians recommend removing the shaft, inspecting the joint, and fitting a proper one‑piece boot.