GKN Loebro 300497 CV Joint Boot Kit - Front Inner

OE-Quality CV Boot Kit for Volvo AWD

The GKN Loebro 300497 CV joint boot kit is a direct-fit replacement for the front inner CV joint on select Volvo AWD applications. Built with a solid rubber boot, it is designed to match the joint’s dimensions and help protect the driveline from contamination and grease loss.

For 1995-1999 Volvo 850, S70, and V70 front inner applications, exact boot fit and material selection matter. The GKN Loebro 300497 is made for the AW42 AWD / AW50-42 CV joint boot kit application and is intended for repairs where the original boot has torn, slipped, or become porous.

Key Features

• Part number: 300497
• Brand: GKN Loebro
• CV Joint Boot Kit for front inner driveline service
• Rubber boot construction with black finish
• Solid boot design, non-vented
• Joint end inside diameter: 2.755 in.
• Shaft end inside diameter: 1.102 in.
• Rib quantity: 1
• OE-quality replacement from a driveline specialist

Detailed Description

GKN Loebro 300497 is a CV joint boot kit engineered for Volvo AWD front inner service where the original boot must be replaced to preserve joint protection and driveline cleanliness. The rubber boot is shaped for the specified joint dimensions, helping maintain a proper seal around the CV joint and axle shaft. If your vehicle uses a TPE boot from the original equipment setup, material matching is important; this kit is a rubber boot solution for the listed application.

This part cross-references 31256226 for the same application. It is a strong search match for Volvo 850 front inner CV boot kit, Volvo S70 front inner CV boot kit, and Volvo V70 front inner CV boot kit needs when the AW42 AWD / AW50-42 joint is being serviced. The part number 300497 is also useful when verifying the correct replacement before disassembly.

What It Helps Address

• Torn CV boot causing grease leakage
• Slipped boot that no longer seals the joint
• Porous boot material that allows contamination
• Noise or vibration related to a contaminated CV joint
• Need for a direct-fit front inner boot replacement on AWD Volvo driveline service

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the joint end and shaft end dimensions before installation to ensure the boot matches the original joint. Clean the CV joint thoroughly before fitting the new boot, and inspect the joint for wear if the boot has been damaged for an extended period. This kit is intended for the front inner position on 1995-1997 Volvo 850, 1998-1999 Volvo S70, and 1998-1999 Volvo V70 AWD applications.

• Fits 1995-1997 Volvo 850, Front Inner, AW42 AWD / AW50-42 CV Joint Boot Kit
• Fits 1998-1999 Volvo S70, Front Inner, AW42 AWD / AW50-42 CV Joint Boot Kit
• Fits 1998-1999 Volvo V70, Front Inner, AW42 AWD / AW50-42 CV Joint Boot Kit

Quality Assurance

GKN Loebro is part of a global driveline systems manufacturer known for OE-quality CV joint service components. The 300497 boot kit is built to support precise fitment and reliable joint protection for the listed Volvo AWD applications.