2026-09-15
Lexus RX 270/350/450h CV Joint & Driveshaft Service Malaysia
RX AWD variants have both front and rear driveshaft CV joints. Inspect all boots every 40,000 km. The rear propshaft flexible coupling on AWD models should be inspected at 80,000 km. CV boot replacement per side. Full CV joint assembly. A worn CV joint in an AWD RX can affect torque distribution — replace promptly.
Lexus RX CV Joint
- RX FWD/AWD: front driveshafts always present; RX AWD adds rear driveshafts — more CV joints on AWD RX
- RX 450h E-Four AWD CV joints: rear driveshafts connect rear electric motor to wheels — inspect rear CV boots at 40,000 km; failure here causes rear vibration on acceleration
- RX heavier than IS/ES: heavier vehicle means more torque through driveshafts — outer CV joints on FWD RX wear faster than on lighter Lexus
- Vibration on RX under acceleration: if RX vibrates during acceleration from stops — inner CV joint or driveshaft; diagnose with workshop lift inspection