Parts for your 2025 Mitsubishi Asx-Centre bearing

2025 Mitsubishi ASX centre-bearing: is it used?

Based on technical references, the 2025 Mitsubishi ASX sold in Australia and New Zealand does not use a propeller-shaft centre-bearing. Mitsubishi Motors Australia’s MY25 ASX specifications list a front-wheel-drive layout across the range, and the current ASX workshop/parts information (Mitsubishi ASA parts catalogue and service manual driveline sections) shows no rear differential or prop shaft assembly for these models. For European-market ASX models (the Captur-based CMF‑B platform), manufacturer platform data also indicates a front-drive configuration only. Without a two-piece prop shaft running to the rear, there’s simply no need for a centre support bearing.

What the ASX does have are two front driveshafts with constant velocity (CV) joints. On many FWD vehicles, including ASX variants, the longer right-hand shaft can be paired with an intermediate shaft and a small support bearing mounted to the engine block or transmission case. That component is sometimes mistaken for a “centre bearing”, but technically it’s an intermediate driveshaft support bearing, not a prop-shaft centre support. Different job, different part.

Why a centre-bearing isn’t used on the 2025 ASX:

• Front-wheel-drive architecture with a transverse engine and no rear driveline hardware.
• No two-piece propeller shaft, so no requirement for a prop shaft centre support bearing or carrier.
• Driveline service procedures in the current ASX workshop manual focus on front CV shafts and, where fitted, an intermediate shaft support bearing—not a centre-bearing.

Owners chasing noises or vibrations around the middle of the car should first look to front CV joints, engine/transmission mounts, wheel bearings, or (if equipped) the intermediate driveshaft support bearing. A proper inspection following Mitsubishi’s service manual checks will pinpoint the culprit far better than hunting for a non-existent centre-bearing.

• Does a 2025 Mitsubishi ASX have a centre-bearing?
  No. With its front-wheel-drive setup and no rear prop shaft, there’s no centre-bearing fitted.
• What do people mean if they say “centre bearing” on an ASX?
  They’re often referring to the intermediate driveshaft support bearing on the right-hand shaft. It’s a different part to a prop-shaft centre-bearing.
• What should be checked if there’s a droning or vibration at speed?
  Start with front CV joints, wheel balance/tyres, wheel bearings, engine and transmission mounts, and the intermediate shaft support bearing (if fitted), following the ASX workshop diagnostics.

Popular questions about the 2025 Mitsubishi ASX centre-bearing

Does the 2025 ASX need centre-bearing servicing?
No. There’s no prop-shaft centre-bearing to service on the 2025 ASX. Routine servicing focuses on front CV shafts, boots, and related driveline components.

Is the intermediate driveshaft support bearing the same as a centre-bearing?
Different part and purpose. The intermediate support bearing steadies a front driveshaft on some FWD setups, a centre-bearing supports a rear prop shaft on AWD/RWD vehicles.

How can an owner tell if the intermediate support bearing is worn?
Common signs include a humming or droning that changes with road speed, or a vibration under light throttle. A mechanic can confirm by checking for play, noise, or heat at the bearing housing and inspecting CV joints and mounts at the same time.