2026-10-08 · 5 min read
Mitsubishi Outlander CV Joint Service Malaysia
The Outlander's front CV joints transfer engine torque to the front wheels through the suspension range of motion. CV joint boots crack and split over time, allowing grease to escape and water and dirt to enter — this leads to rapid joint wear. Inspect the CV boots at each service; a split boot caught early means only a reboot is needed rather than full joint replacement. On S-AWC AWD variants, the rear driveshaft and rear coupling should also be inspected at high mileage for wear or leaks.
CV (constant velocity) joints connect the driveshaft to the wheels, allowing power to be transmitted at an angle as the suspension moves. In Malaysia, CV joints take a beating from speed bumps (bukit unta), potholes, and high mileage — especially on front-wheel-drive cars.
The classic clicking noise — what it means
- Clicking or popping noise when turning with acceleration — usually the outer CV joint
- Clunking noise on acceleration or deceleration in a straight line — inner CV joint or driveshaft coupling
- Vibration felt through the steering wheel or floor at certain speeds
- Grease spray inside the wheel arch — torn CV boot is the cause
Boot replacement vs full joint replacement
If caught early (torn boot but joint still smooth with no noise), a boot replacement can save the joint: RM 80–180 per boot including grease repack. If the joint itself is already clicking or rough, full replacement is needed: RM 250–600 per joint depending on the car.