Driveshaft Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Acura MDX, 2012 Acura MDX, 2011 Acura MDX, and 2010 Acura MDX. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Make sure to use silicone-type (gray) boot on the right front driveshaft inboard joint.

Check the inboard boot (A) and the outboard boot (B) on the driveshaft (C) for cracks, damage, leaking grease, and loose boot bands (D). If any damage is found, replace the boot and boot bands.

Fig 1: Identifying Inboard Boot, Outboard Boot, Driveshaft And Loose Boot Bands
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Check the driveshaft for cracks and damage. If any damage is found, replace the driveshaft.
Check the inboard joint (E) and the outboard joint (F) for cracks and damage. If any damage is found, replace the inboard joint or the outboard joint as an assembly.
Hold the inboard joint and turn the front wheel by hand, then make sure the joint is not excessively loose. If necessary, replace the inboard joint or the outboard joint as an assembly.