Parts for your 2014 Subaru Exiga-Cv boots

2014 Subaru Exiga CV boots: what they do and when to replace them

CV boots are absolutely fitted to the 2014 Subaru Exiga. Technical documentation backs this up: the Subaru Exiga YA-series service manual (Drive Shaft/Front Axle and Rear Axle sections) specifies inner DOJ and outer BJ constant velocity joints protected by rubber boots, and Subaru’s electronic parts catalog lists front and rear CV boot kits and clamps for this model year. Being an AWD-based platform for most trims, the Exiga uses CV joints and boots on all four drive shafts.

On this Exiga, the CV boots seal high‑moly grease around each CV joint and keep out water, dust, and road grime. That protection is vital—once a boot splits, grease flings out, grit sneaks in, and the joint can wear quickly, leading to clicking on turns and, eventually, a costly shaft or joint replacement. Most 2014 Exiga variants are AWD, which means up to eight boots in total (inner and outer, front and rear). FWD variants have four boots.

As part of routine servicing, it’s smart to have the CV boots checked at every service or at least every 10,000–15,000 km. A quick look under the car and behind the wheels for grease spray on the inner guards, lower control arms, or the rear subframe can catch issues early. Light surface cracking on older rubber can be normal, but any tear, split, missing clamp, or fresh grease leak calls for action.

• Common signs: grease splatter, a vinegar/rubber smell after a drive, clicking while turning (often means the joint’s already worn), vibration under load, or a visible split in the boot.
• Preventive tip: if one outer boot fails due to age, consider inspecting or refreshing the opposite side, rubber typically ages as a set.

1. Boot-only vs shaft: if caught early with no joint play or noise, a boot kit and fresh grease is fine. If the joint clicks, has play, or the boot’s been torn for a while, a complete shaft or joint replacement is the safer bet.
2. Quality parts: use the specified high‑moly CV grease, single‑use stainless clamps, and correct boot orientation. Re-torque the axle nut to spec after any shaft work.
3. Service cadence: city driving, heat, and gravel roads age boots faster. A yearly inspection suits most Aussie and Kiwi conditions.

Popular questions about 2014 Subaru Exiga CV boots

How often should the CV boots be inspected?
They should be inspected at every service or at least every 10,000–15,000 km. If the Exiga sees gravel roads, coastal conditions, or lots of stop‑start urban driving, aim for shorter intervals and give them a look before long trips.

Can just the boot be replaced, or does the whole driveshaft need doing?
If the joint is quiet and free of play, a boot kit with fresh grease and clamps is fine. If there’s clicking on turns, blueing/pitting in the joint, or the boot’s been torn for ages, replacing the joint or the complete shaft is the more reliable fix.

What happens if a torn CV boot is ignored?
Grease escapes, contaminants enter, and the CV joint wears fast. That can escalate from a minor boot job to a pricey driveshaft replacement, plus the risk of noise, vibration, and potential roadside drama.