2026-09-15
Lexus IS 250/300h/350 CV Joint & Driveshaft Service Malaysia
The IS 250/300h FWD variants have front CV joints; the RWD IS 350 has rear driveshaft joints. Inspect CV boots every 40,000 km — a torn boot leads to grease loss and rapid joint wear. CV boot replacement costs; a complete CV joint replacement is. Clicking sounds during full-lock turning indicate a worn outer CV joint.
Lexus IS CV Joint
- IS CV joint symptoms: clicking or popping noise when turning at low speed — outer CV joint failing; vibration under acceleration = inner CV joint or driveshaft
- CV boot inspection: at every service, inspect CV boots for tears or grease leakage — a torn boot lets in dirt that destroys the joint within months
- IS AWD (IS 300 AWD): all four driveshafts have CV joints — front outer/inner and rear outer/inner; more joints to inspect
- CV joint replacement: replace outer CV joint or full driveshaft depending on damage — for IS, full driveshaft remanufactured units are cost-effective