Parts for your 2014 Holden Commodore-Driveshafts

2014 Holden Commodore Driveshafts

Driveshafts are definitely used on the 2014 Holden Commodore (VF). Technical sources that document this include the Holden VF Commodore Service Manual (GMH Service Information) covering Driveline/Propeller Shaft and Rear Drive Axle sections, the GM Electronic Parts Catalogue (EPC) listing the propeller shaft assembly, centre support bearing and rubber couplings (flex discs), plus rear axle (CV) shafts, and well-known aftermarket manuals such as Gregory’s VE/VF Commodore guide. These confirm the VF’s rear-wheel-drive layout uses a two-piece prop shaft from the transmission to the rear differential and separate rear CV half-shafts from the diff to each wheel.

On a VF Commodore, the driveshafts do the heavy lifting of getting engine torque to the rear wheels smoothly and reliably. The long propeller shaft runs down the tunnel, usually in two sections with a centre support bearing and rubber guibo couplings to control vibration. At the back, each rear CV axle connects the differential to a hub, allowing wheel movement while still delivering drive. Together, they keep the car quiet, planted and free of shudder on take-off.

As part of regular servicing, it pays to give the driveline a proper once-over. A quick visual check for cracked or oil-soaked rubber guibo couplings, torn CV boots, or a sagging/rumbling centre bearing can save a bigger bill later. Any play in the prop shaft joints, clunks on gear changes, or vibrations between 60–100 km/h are red flags worth investigating. If a CV boot is split, replace the boot promptly and re-grease the joint, driving long with lost grease will wear the CV and turn a cheap fix into a new axle. If the centre bearing is noisy or the coupling is perished, replace them as a matched repair and recheck driveline angles.

When removing the prop shaft, mark the flanges so it goes back in the same orientation to preserve balance, and use new torque-to-yield bolts for the guibo where specified in the GMH SI. After any work, a road test for vibration under light and heavy load is a must. These components aren’t “scheduled replacements”, but with sensible checks every service and timely attention to boots, bearings and couplings, a VF driveshaft setup will usually go the distance.

• Watch for: vibration under load, thumps on take-off, clicking on turns, grease spray around a CV.
• Good practice: inspect at each service, replace damaged boots early, use new hardware where specified.

Popular questions about 2014 Holden Commodore driveshafts

What are common signs my VF Commodore’s driveshaft or centre bearing is worn?
Owners typically notice a dull thump on take-off, a drone or rumble that rises with road speed, or a tingling vibration around 60–100 km/h. A perished rubber coupling (guibo) can also cause a clunk on gear changes. Any grease flung around a rear wheel area points to a torn CV boot.

Do the driveshafts need regular replacement?
No. They’re not a consumable, but the rubber couplings, CV boots and the centre support bearing are wear items. Inspect them at routine services and replace components showing cracks, play, noise or leakage. Prompt boot repairs can extend CV life substantially.

Is it safe to drive with a torn CV boot?
Short term, gentle driving may be possible, but it’s risky. Once grease escapes and water/dirt get in, the CV joint wears quickly and may start clicking on turns. Repair the boot and re-grease ASAP, if noise has started, plan on a complete axle replacement.