2026-10-08 · 5 min read
Nissan Kicks CV Joint Malaysia — P15
Kicks front-wheel-drive CV joints last 100,000–150,000 km with intact boots. CV boot inspection at every major service — a torn boot leads to grease loss and dirt ingress, destroying the joint within 20,000 km. Clicking on full-lock turns = outer CV joint worn. On e-Power, the electric motor delivers instant torque to the front wheels via CV joints — boot condition is equally important as on the standard variant. Malaysia speed bumps at angle stress CV boots; inspect underside for grease splatter that indicates a torn boot.
Kicks CV Joint & Driveshaft
- Inspect CV rubber boots every 20,000 km — torn boot = grease loss = joint failure
- Clicking sound in turns at low speed = worn CV joint — replace before complete failure
- Replace outer CV joint + boot as assembly — inner joint replacement more costly
- Alignment check after CV axle replacement — axle length can affect toe setting