Parts for your 2013 Honda Cr-v-Cv boots

2013 Honda CR‑V CV boots — what they do and how to look after them

Based on technical sources — the Honda CR‑V 2012–2016 Service Manual (Driveline/Axle – Driveshaft), Honda’s Electronic Parts Catalogue (front and rear driveshaft/boot diagrams), and the Haynes Repair Manual for Honda CR‑V 2007–2017 (CV joints chapter) — the 2013 Honda CR‑V is fitted with constant‑velocity (CV) joints protected by rubber boots. All front‑wheel‑drive models have CV boots on both front driveshafts, and Real Time AWD variants also have CV boots on the rear drive axles. So yes, CV boots are absolutely relevant on this model.

On a 2013 CR‑V, the CV boots’ job is simple but crucial: keep special moly grease inside the CV joints and keep water, sand, and grit out. Each driveshaft has an inner and an outer boot, shaped like bellows to flex smoothly as the suspension moves and the wheels steer. When a boot perishes, splits, or its clamps loosen, grease flings out and contaminants get in, fast‑tracking wear of the CV joint — the bit that lets the wheels drive smoothly at full lock and over bumps.

As part of routine servicing in Australia or New Zealand, it’s smart to inspect the CV boots every service (around 10,000–15,000 km or annually). Look for fine cracking, weeping, or grease spray on the inside of the rim, strut, or control arms. If a boot is damaged, replace it promptly and repack the joint with the specified CV grease. On higher‑kilometre vehicles, it’s often sensible to do both boots on the same axle while it’s apart. Use quality OEM‑spec rubber or thermoplastic boots and proper ear‑type clamps, and make sure the axle nut is torqued to spec after refitting.

CR‑Vs that see heat, corrugations, beach work or water crossings deserve extra attention — salt and grit are brutal on rubber. Clicking on tight turns usually means the joint has already been harmed, at that point, a complete driveshaft may be the most economical fix. AWD owners should ask the workshop to check the rear axle boots and prop shaft boots at the same time.

• Tell‑tale signs: grease slung around the wheel arch, perished bellows, or knocking/clicking on turns.
• Best practice: inspect every service, replace boots early, use fresh grease and new clamps, and verify alignment and torque settings.

FAQs — 2013 Honda CR‑V CV boots

Do all 2013 CR‑Vs have rear CV boots?
Front CV boots are on every 2013 CR‑V. Rear CV boots are present only on Real Time AWD models because they have rear drive axles. Front‑wheel‑drive versions don’t have rear drive axles, so no rear CV boots there.

How often should CV boots be replaced?
There isn’t a fixed kilometre interval. Boots should be inspected at every service and replaced as soon as cracks, splits, or grease leaks appear. In typical conditions they can last well past 100,000 km, but climate, road grime, and driving style make a big difference.

Can a split CV boot be temporarily repaired?
Split‑boot “band‑aid” kits exist, but they’re a short‑term measure at best. A proper boot replacement with the joint cleaned and repacked is the recommended fix. If the joint clicks or feels rough, replacing the complete driveshaft is usually the better value.