Parts for your 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer-Cv boots

2013 Mitsubishi Lancer CV boots: what they do and how to look after them

CV boots absolutely are used on the 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. Technical sources including the Mitsubishi Motors workshop manual for the 2008–2017 Lancer (CJ/CF) platform and OEM parts catalogues (e.g., Mitsubishi ASA) list front driveshaft constant-velocity joints with rubber boots, and AWD variants (Ralliart/Evolution) also use CV boots on the rear shafts. Independent service data (Haynes/Autodata, Mitchell/Alldata) likewise specifies routine inspection and replacement procedures for Lancer CV joint boots.

On the 2013 Lancer, the CV boots are the flexible rubber sleeves that seal grease inside the constant-velocity joints at each end of the driveshafts. Their job is simple but crucial: keep the packed moly grease in, and keep water, dirt and road grit out. Without intact boots, grease flings out, contamination creeps in, and the joint wears fast—usually showing up as a clicking noise on turns or a vibration under load.

Every Lancer with front-wheel drive has inner and outer CV boots on both front shafts. AWD models add rear shafts with their own boots. Because boots live close to heat, steering angles and road spray, they’re wear items. They’re not typically changed on a time basis, but they should be checked at each service.

Good practice for owners and workshops servicing a 2013 Lancer includes:

• Inspecting boots at every service (around 10,000–15,000 km): look for cracks, splits, loose or missing clamps, and any wet sling of grey/black grease on the inside of the wheel or suspension arms.
• If a boot is damaged but the joint is quiet, replace the boot promptly, clean the joint thoroughly, and repack with the correct molybdenum-disulphide CV grease. Always fit new clamps, many are single-use.
• If there’s clicking on turns or a shudder on take-off, the joint may already be worn, at that point, a complete joint or full shaft assembly is often the smarter fix.
• Avoid blasting the boots with solvents or close-range pressure washers, which can harden or nick the rubber. Keep an eye out after gravel-road trips and coastal driving.

Plenty of “universal” stretch boots exist, but on a Lancer it’s worth using model-correct kits for fit, clamp integrity and longevity. For NZ WoF or an Australian roadworthy, a torn CV boot is a fail item, so catching a small split early saves a lot of hassle—plus the cost of a whole driveshaft later on.

FAQs

How often should the CV boots be inspected on a 2013 Lancer?
They should be checked at every routine service, roughly every 10,000–15,000 kilometres, or sooner if the car sees lots of gravel, potholes or coastal roads. A quick look while the wheels are off is usually enough to spot cracks or grease fling before the joint is affected.

Can a torn CV boot be repaired, or does the whole shaft need replacing?
If the boot has just split and the joint isn’t noisy, a boot kit with fresh grease and clamps generally does the trick. If there’s clicking on turns, rust in the joint, or excessive play, replacing the joint or a complete driveshaft assembly is the better long-term fix.

Are AWD Lancer (Ralliart/Evo) CV boots different from FWD models?
Yes. AWD variants have additional rear driveshafts with their own boots, and specifications vary by model and VIN. Always match parts to the exact model and drivetrain to ensure the correct boot diameter, length and clamp style.