Parts for your 2009 Honda Cr-v-Cv boots

2009 Honda CR‑V CV boots — what they do and how to look after them

CV boots are absolutely fitted to the 2009 Honda CR‑V. Honda’s Factory Service Manual for the 2007–2011 CR‑V (Driveshaft section) specifies inner and outer constant‑velocity joints with protective boots on the front driveshafts, and the Honda Electronic Parts Catalogue lists boot kits for these joints. On AWD variants, the rear half‑shafts also use CV joints with boots. Independent repair information systems and reputable aftermarket catalogues likewise show OE‑style boot kits for this model year.

On a 2009 CR‑V, CV boots are the flexible rubber bellows that seal grease around the CV joints and keep grit and water out. They let the front (and, on AWD, rear) axles articulate as the wheels steer and the suspension moves, without the joint running dry. Because they live close to heat, road grime, and steering angles, boots can harden, crack, or tear over time. Once a boot splits, grease flings out, contamination gets in, and that pricey CV joint can wear rapidly and start clicking on turns.

As part of regular servicing in Australia and New Zealand, it’s smart to check the CV boots at every service interval (typically 10,000–15,000 km or 6–12 months, depending on your schedule). A quick visual under the front guards and along the rear axles on AWD cars is usually enough. Look for:

• Grease spray on the inside of the wheels, struts, or undertray
• Boots that feel hard, perished, or show fine cracks at the folds
• Loose or broken boot clamps
• Clicking on full lock or vibration under load (often a sign the joint has already copped it)

If a boot is torn but the joint’s still quiet and free of play, replacing just the boot and regreasing the joint can save a bundle. A proper repair uses OE‑equivalent moly CV grease, new clamps, and the correct crimping tool for the ear clamps. The axle nut and suspension fasteners must be torqued to Honda specs, and wheel alignment should be checked if any control arm or knuckle joints were separated.

Where the boot’s been open for a while or there’s clicking on turns, a complete driveshaft or CV joint replacement is the safer bet. For AWD CR‑Vs, don’t forget the rear axle boots—they’re out of sight and easy to miss. Keeping the boots intact is cheap insurance: a small split fixed early beats a noisy joint and a bigger bill later.

Popular questions about 2009 Honda CR‑V CV boots

How can someone quickly tell if a CV boot is failing on a 2009 CR‑V?

They should look for grease flung around the inner rim of the wheel or suspension, check the boot folds for fine cracking, and listen for clicking when turning. Any sign of grease loss or a loose clamp means it’s time to act.

Can a split CV boot be replaced without changing the whole driveshaft?

Yes—if the joint hasn’t been contaminated or started clicking. A technician can remove the shaft, clean and inspect the joint, regrease it, and fit a new boot and clamps. If there’s wear or noise, a complete joint or shaft replacement is the better call.

Do AWD versions have extra CV boots to service?

They do. In addition to the front inner and outer boots, AWD models have CV boots on the rear half‑shafts. These should be inspected at the same service intervals as the fronts so any issues are caught early.