28 Drivetrain parts are listed for the 1998 Acura CL, in 5 part types, covering both the 2.3L L4 and the 3.0L V6. Each one has a brand, a manufacturer part number and notes that say where it fits.
On the 1998 Acura CL, the drivetrain system moves power from transmission to wheels through axles, CV joints, driveshafts, differentials and wheel-end hardware. 26 parts of the 28 listed are CV Axle (14 parts), CV Joint Boot (7 parts) and Differential Carrier Bearing / Race (5 parts). The other 2 part types cover the remaining 2 parts.
The 1998 Acura CL was sold with both the 2.3L L4 and the 3.0L V6. Every part on this page is engine-specific. Each part shows which engine(s) it fits.
15 brands supply drivetrain parts for the 1998 Acura CL, led by CARDONE (3 parts), TRAKMOTIVE (3 parts) and DORMAN (3 parts), plus 12 more brands. Quality grades include Standard Replacement and Economy.
A "Popular" badge means the source catalog flagged the part as frequently chosen for the 1998 Acura CL. 6 parts have it, including HERI 91509 (CV Axle) and DORMAN 614003 (CV Joint Boot). Each part number opens a page with 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.
One part is listed for the 1998 Acura CL — 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 are listed for the 1998 Acura CL, from CARDONE, AUTO EXTRA, FAMOUS BRAND and 4 other brands. HERI 91509 carries the "Popular" badge.
In the Economy grade, AUTO EXTRA, CARDONE, FAMOUS BRAND and 1 other brand supply 7 parts: the catalog's value-priced group. A representative part number is HERI 91509.
The Standard Replacement section lists 7 options from APWI, GSP, TRAKMOTIVE and 1 other brand — built to original-equipment specification. APWI HO8202A is listed in this group.
CV Intermediate Shaft
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TRAKMOTIVE Fits: 3.0L V6 | HO3553 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front | View on Amazon |
This table covers the CV Intermediate shafts.
This group shows a single part: TRAKMOTIVE HO3553.
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 are listed for the 1998 Acura CL, from DORMAN, MEVOTECH and BECK/ARNLEY. DORMAN 614003 carries the "Popular" badge.
This group includes DORMAN 614003, MEVOTECH DX610 and BECK/ARNLEY 1032628 and the remaining 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NATIONAL Popular Fits: 3.0L V6 | 30208 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Bearing & Race Set | 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 |
This table covers the bearings and races that support the differential carrier.
5 Differential Carrier Bearing / Race parts are listed for the 1998 Acura CL, from ULTRA-POWER, WJB / INMOTION PARTS, NATIONAL and 2 other brands. NATIONAL 30208 carries the "Popular" badge.
Economy: 2 parts, from ULTRA-POWER and WJB / INMOTION PARTS. A representative part number is ULTRA-POWER WT30208.
The Standard Replacement section: 3 options from NATIONAL, BCA and BECK/ARNLEY. NATIONAL 30208 is listed in this group.
Listed part numbers: NATIONAL 30208 and ULTRA-POWER WT30208, plus the other parts above.
Buying Drivetrain Parts for a 1998 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 1998 Acura CL?
Our catalog currently lists 28 drivetrain parts for the 1998 Acura CL across 5 subcategories and 15 brands, covering both the 2.3L L4 and the 3.0L V6. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
Do drivetrain parts differ between 1998 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 1998 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 1998 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 1998 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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