Parts for your 2016 Ford Falcon-Cv boots

2016 Ford Falcon CV boots: what they are, where they are, and how to look after them

Technical references including the Ford Australia FG X Falcon Workshop Manual (Driveline – Section 205-02 Rear Drive Halfshafts, Front Suspension – Section 204-01) and major parts catalogues used in Australia and New Zealand (e.g., Repco/NAPA application guides and SKF CV boot listings) confirm that CV boots are fitted to the 2016 Ford Falcon sedan (FG X) on the rear drive halfshafts. The sedan runs independent rear suspension with constant-velocity joints and rubber boots. The front end has no CVs because it isn’t driven. Note: the FG X Ute uses a live rear axle with universal joints, so rear CV boots aren’t applicable on the Ute.

For the 2016 Falcon sedan, the CV boots are the flexible rubber bellows sealing each constant-velocity joint at the rear hubs and diff ends. Their job is simple but critical: keep the special moly grease in, and keep water, grit, and road grime out. With the grease clean and contained, the inner tripod and outer Rzeppa joints can articulate smoothly as the suspension moves, giving that trademark Falcon rear-end composure without shudder or clunks.

Age, heat, and road debris can crack or split a boot. Once torn, grease gets flung across the underside and contaminants work their way into the joint. Left too long, the joint wears fast and starts clicking or thudding on take-off and cornering, especially under load. That’s why routine inspection is gold.

• Inspection timing: at every service or roughly every 10,000–15,000 km, have the rear boots checked for cracks, splits, loose clamps, or grease spray.
• Early action: if a boot is damaged but the joint’s still quiet and clean, a new boot and fresh grease usually saves the day.
• When it’s noisy: if there’s rumble or clicking, the joint may be worn, replacing the CV joint or complete halfshaft is the smart move.
• Quality matters: use a boot that matches OE dimensions and heat rating, correct moly grease, and proper stainless clamps.

A tidy boot job keeps the rear end smooth and avoids bigger bills. The Falcon’s alignment isn’t typically disturbed by rear boot or shaft work, but any time suspension arms are loosened, a quick alignment check is a sensible extra.

FAQs

Does a 2016 Ford Falcon have CV boots?
Yes for the FG X sedan: it has independent rear suspension with CV joints and rubber boots on each rear halfshaft. The front has none. The FG X Ute uses a live axle, so rear CV boots don’t apply on the Ute.

How often should CV boots be replaced on a 2016 Falcon?
There’s no fixed interval. They’re inspected at regular servicing and replaced if cracked, split, or leaking. Catching a damaged boot early can prevent needing a whole CV joint or shaft.

Can a torn CV boot be fixed without changing the whole shaft?
Often yes. If the joint hasn’t run dry or ingested grit, a new boot, correct grease, and clamps will do. If there’s noise or pitting, replacing the joint or complete shaft is the better long-term fix.