29 Drivetrain parts are listed for the 1997 Acura CL, in 4 part types, covering both the 2.2L L4 and the 3.0L V6. Each one has a brand, a manufacturer part number and notes that say where it fits.
On the 1997 Acura CL, the drivetrain system moves power from transmission to wheels through axles, CV joints, driveshafts, differentials and wheel-end hardware. Most of the listed parts are CV Axle (14 parts), CV Joint Boot (7 parts) and Differential Carrier Bearing / Race (7 parts). The other 1 part type covers the remaining 1 part.
The 1997 Acura CL was sold with both the 2.2L L4 and the 3.0L V6. Every part on this page is engine-specific. Each part shows which engine(s) it fits.
The most listed brands for 1997 Acura CL drivetrain parts are TIMKEN (3 parts), CARDONE (3 parts) and DORMAN (3 parts), plus 12 more brands. Quality grades include Standard Replacement and Economy.
7 parts on this 1997 Acura CL page carry a "Popular" badge — the source catalog's flag for options frequently chosen for this vehicle — including HERI 91509 (CV Axle) and DORMAN 614003 (CV Joint Boot). Click any part number to see every vehicle that part fits.
Axle Shaft Seal
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TIMKEN Fits: 3.0L V6 | 710300 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front | View on Amazon |
This table covers the seals where an axle shaft exits the housing. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again.
This group shows a single part: TIMKEN 710300.
CV Axle
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HERI Popular Fits: 3.0L V6 | 91509 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Left | View on Amazon |
| AUTO EXTRA Fits: 3.0L V6 | HO88613A | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | LeftFront | View on Amazon |
| AUTO EXTRA Fits: 3.0L V6 | HO88598A | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | RightFront | View on Amazon |
| CARDONE Fits: 3.0L V6 | 604137 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | RemanufacturedPackage Contents: Complete Axle | View on Amazon |
| CARDONE Fits: 3.0L V6 | 604138 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | RemanufacturedPackage Contents: Complete Axle | View on Amazon |
| FAMOUS BRAND Fits: 3.0L V6 | NCV36521 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | LeftFront | View on Amazon |
| FAMOUS BRAND Fits: 3.0L V6 | NCV36522 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | RightFront | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| APWI Popular Fits: 3.0L V6 | HO8202A | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Left | View on Amazon |
| APWI Popular Fits: 3.0L V6 | HO8203A | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Right | View on Amazon |
| CARDONE Fits: 3.0L V6 | 664137 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Left | View on Amazon |
| GSP Fits: 3.0L V6 | NCV36522 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Right | View on Amazon |
| GSP Fits: 3.0L V6 | NCV36521 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Left | View on Amazon |
| TRAKMOTIVE Fits: 3.0L V6 | HO8016 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Left | View on Amazon |
| TRAKMOTIVE Fits: 3.0L V6 | HO8044 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Right | View on Amazon |
This table covers the complete CV axle shafts from differential (or hub) to wheel. Typical signs include a click in tight turns, grease flung around the wheel well, or a vibration that builds with speed. A torn boot caught early is a boot kit; caught late it is the whole axle. Torque the axle nut to the method in the notes.
14 CV Axle parts for the 1997 Acura CL come from 7 brands — CARDONE, AUTO EXTRA, FAMOUS BRAND and 4 other brands. The "Popular" part is HERI 91509.
The Economy section lists 7 options from AUTO EXTRA, CARDONE, FAMOUS BRAND and 1 other brand — the catalog's value-priced group. HERI 91509 is listed in this group.
In the Standard Replacement grade, APWI, GSP, TRAKMOTIVE and 1 other brand supply 7 parts: built to original-equipment specification. A representative part number is APWI HO8202A.
CV Joint Boot
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DORMAN Popular Fits: 3.0L V6 | 614003 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front OuterJoint Diameter 3.44" | View on Amazon |
| MEVOTECH Popular Fits: 3.0L V6 | DX610 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Inner | View on Amazon |
| BECK/ARNLEY Fits: 3.0L V6 | 1032628 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Outer | View on Amazon |
| BECK/ARNLEY Fits: 3.0L V6 | 1032314 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Inner | View on Amazon |
| DORMAN Fits: 3.0L V6 | 614004 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front InnerJoint Diameter 3.50" | View on Amazon |
| DORMAN Fits: 3.0L V6 | 614700 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front OuterQuick-Boot | View on Amazon |
| MEVOTECH Fits: 3.0L V6 | DX625 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Outer | View on Amazon |
This table covers the boots that keep grease in a CV joint. Typical signs include a split boot, grease flung around the joint, or a click once grit is inside. A boot caught early is a kit. Once the joint has clicked, the joint itself is usually worn.
7 CV Joint Boot parts for the 1997 Acura CL come from 3 brands — DORMAN, MEVOTECH and BECK/ARNLEY. The "Popular" part is DORMAN 614003.
Listed part numbers: DORMAN 614003, MEVOTECH DX610 and BECK/ARNLEY 1032628, plus the other parts above.
Differential Carrier Bearing / Race
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ULTRA-POWER Fits: 3.0L V6 | WT30208 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Includes Bearing & Race | View on Amazon |
| WJB / INMOTION PARTS Fits: 3.0L V6 | WT30208 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Bearing & Race Set | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TIMKEN Popular Fits: 3.0L V6 | 30208M | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | 1.5748 Cone Bore0.7087 Cone Width | View on Amazon |
| TIMKEN Popular Fits: 3.0L V6 | 30208 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | LeftTrans. code A6VA | View on Amazon |
| BCA Fits: 3.0L V6 | NB30208 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Bearing & Race SetIncludes Cup and Cone | View on Amazon |
| BECK/ARNLEY Fits: 3.0L V6 | 0513879 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | ID 1.575OD 2.677 | View on Amazon |
| NATIONAL Fits: 3.0L V6 | 30208 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Bearing & Race Set | View on Amazon |
This table covers the bearings and races that support the differential carrier.
7 Differential Carrier Bearing / Race parts for the 1997 Acura CL come from 6 brands — TIMKEN, ULTRA-POWER, WJB / INMOTION PARTS and 3 other brands. The "Popular" part is TIMKEN 30208M.
The Economy section: 2 options from ULTRA-POWER and WJB / INMOTION PARTS. ULTRA-POWER WT30208 is listed in this group.
Standard Replacement: 5 parts, from TIMKEN, BCA, BECK/ARNLEY and 1 other brand. A representative part number is TIMKEN 30208M.
This group includes TIMKEN 30208M and ULTRA-POWER WT30208 and the remaining parts above.
Buying Drivetrain Parts for a 1997 Acura CL
On this vehicle, the drivetrain system moves power from transmission to wheels through axles, CV joints, driveshafts, differentials and wheel-end hardware.
- Match the engine first. Every drivetrain part here is engine-specific; each row shows which engine(s) it fits.
- Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
- Where labor overlaps, replace the differential or transfer-case fluid with any axle or seal job while everything is already open.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: CV Axle and CV Joint Boot .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many drivetrain parts fit the 1997 Acura CL?
Our catalog currently lists 29 drivetrain parts for the 1997 Acura CL across 4 subcategories and 15 brands, covering both the 2.2L L4 and the 3.0L V6. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
Do drivetrain parts differ between 1997 Acura CL engines?
Yes. Every drivetrain part on this page is engine-specific. Each row shows which engine(s) it fits — use the filter at the top to hide the rest. If you're unsure which engine you have, check the emissions label under the hood or the 8th character of your VIN.
What are the signs of drivetrain problems on a 1997 Acura CL?
Common symptoms include clicking in tight turns, a clunk when shifting between drive and reverse, vibration that builds with speed, or gear oil on the inside of a wheel. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.
What should I replace at the same time?
Where labor overlaps, replace the differential or transfer-case fluid with any axle or seal job while everything is already open.
What do the market flags (US, CA, MX) on each part mean?
They show the market for which the manufacturer published application data for that part — where the vehicle was first sold, not where the part was made. If your 1997 Acura CL was originally sold in the US, the safest choice is a part marked for the US market.
How do I make sure a part fits my 1997 Acura CL?
First match the engine — each row shows which engine(s) the part fits. Then a torn CV boot caught early is a cheap boot kit; caught late it is a whole axle — inspect before deciding which to buy. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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