Parts for your 2009 Subaru Exiga-Driveshafts

2009 Subaru Exiga driveshafts

Based on the Subaru Exiga YA-series Factory Service Manual (Driveline & Axle and Propeller Shaft sections) and the Subaru Electronic Parts Catalogue for 2009 models, the Exiga uses driveshafts. All variants have front CV driveshafts (half-shafts) from the transaxle to the front hubs. All-wheel drive (Symmetrical AWD) models also run a propeller shaft to the rear differential, while front-wheel drive variants omit the rear prop shaft. So, driveshafts are very much relevant on a 2009 Subaru Exiga.

On a 2009 Exiga, the driveshafts do the hard yakka of getting engine torque to the wheels while allowing the suspension to move and the front wheels to steer. Up front, constant-velocity (CV) joints keep things smooth on lock and over bumps. On AWD versions, the propeller shaft sends power down the centre of the car to the rear diff, with a centre support bearing and uni joints keeping it all in line.

For day-to-day servicing, a quick look at the CV boots is gold. Any splits, perishing, or grease flung around the inside of a wheel or underbody means it’s time for action. Typical signs of trouble are clicking on tight low-speed turns, shudder on take-off, vibration at highway speeds, or a thump when going on/off throttle (often the prop shaft centre bearing or a worn uni joint on AWD cars).

Owners can expect original CV shafts to last well past 100,000 km, but Aussie and Kiwi conditions—coastal salt, gravel roads, and stop-start commutes—can shorten that. If a boot is torn but the joint’s still quiet, a quality boot kit and fresh CV grease can save the shaft. If there’s clicking or blueing/pitting in the joint, replace the shaft. Many techs swap front shafts as a pair to keep driveline feel even.

• Torque the axle nut to spec and stake it correctly to protect the hub and bearing.
• On AWD, inspect the prop shaft’s centre bearing and uni joints