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2019 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross CV Boots: What They Are, Why They Matter, and How to Look After Them

Based on technical references — including the Mitsubishi Motors Eclipse Cross (GK) Workshop Manual, Group 26 (Front Axle/Driveshaft), and the Mitsubishi ASA Electronic Parts Catalogue — the 2019 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is equipped with constant velocity (CV) joints and rubber CV boots. All front-drive models have CV boots on the front driveshafts, and Super All-Wheel Control (AWD) variants also have CV boots on the rear half shafts. So yes, CV boots are very much relevant on this model.

On the Eclipse Cross, CV boots are the flexible rubber bellows that seal each CV joint, keeping the special moly grease in and road grit and water out. They sit at both ends of each driveshaft — the outer joint near the wheel hub and the inner joint near the transaxle — and flex constantly as the vehicle steers and rides over bumps. When the boots are intact, the joints stay quietly lubricated and last a long time.

If a CV boot splits or its clamp loosens, grease escapes and contaminants get in. That’s when the familiar clicking on turns, vibration under load, or a shudder on take-off can appear as the joint wears. Catching a failing boot early can save the joint and avoid a pricier driveshaft replacement down the track.

As part of regular servicing in Australia and New Zealand, it’s smart to inspect the CV boots every 15,000 km or 12 months. A quick look behind the front wheels (and rear on AWD) for fling marks of dark grease, small cracks in the rubber ribs, or weeping around the clamps is often all it takes. Heat from the engine bay and coastal conditions can speed up perishing, so city and coastal cars deserve extra attention.

Replacement advice is pretty straightforward:

• If the boot is torn but the joint is quiet and clean, a boot kit (with new clamps and the correct CV grease) is usually the most economical fix.
• If there’s clicking, corrosion, gritty feel, or grease loss for some time, a complete driveshaft or joint assembly is the safer bet.
• Always use quality boots that match OE fit, pack the specified amount of CV grease, fit new clamps, and torque the axle nut and suspension fasteners to factory spec. It’s also wise to check both sides and book a wheel alignment if any suspension links were disturbed.

Looked after properly, the Eclipse Cross’s CV boots quietly get on with the job and keep the driveline smooth, sealed, and drama-free.

Popular questions about 2019 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross CV boots

How often should CV boots be inspected on a 2019 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?
They should be checked at every routine service, typically every 15,000 km or 12 months in AU/NZ schedules. Cars that see lots of stop–start commuting, gravel roads, or coastal air may benefit from more frequent visual checks.

A quick look for grease spray on the inside of the wheel, cracks in the boot ribs, or loose clamps will catch most issues early before the joint is damaged.

Is it better to replace a torn boot or the whole driveshaft?
If the tear is recent and the joint is still quiet with no contamination, a quality boot kit is a cost-effective fix. Once water and grit get in or there’s clicking on turns, replacing the joint or complete shaft is usually the smarter long-term choice.

Technicians will assess play, noise, and the condition of the grease to decide which route makes sense.

What are the signs a CV boot or joint has failed?
Common signs include dark grease flung around the inner rim of the wheel or underbody, visible splits in the boot, a clicking or clacking noise when turning, vibration under acceleration, and sometimes a burning smell as grease hits hot components.

If any of these show up, avoid long drives and book the car in — early attention can prevent a more expensive repair.