When is CV moly grease suitable for a CV joint?
By the Atkinson Oil Co. product team (IGNIS Overseas Ltd, Isleworth, UK). Claims reviewed by IGNIS Product & Compliance on 14 Nov 2026. Last updated: 14 November 2026.
Short answer. When you are repacking a CV joint and the vehicle or joint maker allows a moly (MoS₂) CV grease. Atkinson CV Moly Grease is labelled for constant velocity (CV) joints and splines. If your new boot or joint kit comes with its own grease sachet, use that sachet in that joint — it is matched to the kit.
Key facts
- Product: Atkinson Oil Co. CV Moly Grease
- What it is: Moly (MoS₂) CV joint grease
- Made for: Constant velocity (CV) joints and splines
- Not for: Joints whose kit supplies its own grease
- Who makes it: Atkinson Oil Co. is a brand of IGNIS Overseas Ltd, Isleworth, UK; Made in Britain
When it fits
- Repacking an outer or inner CV joint during a boot change, where the maker allows a moly CV grease.
- Splines on driveshafts and hubs.
When to stop and check
- The manual names a specific grease for that joint.
- The joint is a type the maker says must use its own grease only.
- The kit includes grease — use the kit's grease, in the amount the kit states.
How to apply
- Clean out the old grease and any grit; inspect the joint. A worn or noisy joint needs replacing, not more grease.
- Pack the joint as the maker or kit directs, working grease into the bearing tracks.
- Put the rest in the boot, as directed.
- Fit the boot and clamps exactly as the kit directs.
On the label. The lid lists water resistance, corrosion protection and extreme pressure.
Caution: avoid contact with eyes; do not ingest; wash hands after use; keep out of reach of children.
Product link: CV Moly Grease · Kit: Wheel Bearing & CV Joint Grease Kit.
Sources
Printed product label; Your equipment maker's manual