Cardone 65-9462 Drive Shaft - Front
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Cardone 65-9462 Drive Shaft - Front

Brand Cardone 65-9462
Position Front
Drive Shaft Material Steel
E-Waste No
Greasable Yes
Length (in) 27 3/4"
Length (mm) 705
Product Condition New
Tubing Outer Diameter (in) 2.01
Tubing Outer Diameter (mm) 51
Product line Driveshaft / Prop Shaft
Fits Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln · 21 vehicles

OE match. Built to match original form, fit, and function.

Balanced for smooth operation. 100% dynamically balanced for vibration-free performance.

Steel construction. Durable driveline design with lubricated slip yokes to help prevent wear.

Cross-references Ford 1L2Z4A376A, Ford 1L2Z4A376AA and Lincoln 1L2Z4A376A for the same application. See all 6.

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Cardone 65-9462 Front Drive Shaft

Cardone 65-9462 is a new steel front drive shaft built for OE-style fit, form, and function. It is engineered for vibration-free operation at all speeds and is dynamically balanced at 3200 RPMs to help support smooth driveline performance in Ford Explorer, Mercury Mountaineer, and Lincoln Aviator applications.

Key Features

  • Steel drive shaft construction
  • Greasable design for serviceability
  • Slip yokes are lubricated to help reduce premature wear
  • 100% dynamically balanced at 3200 RPMs
  • Built to match original equipment dimensions and function
  • 27 3/4 in. overall length (705 mm)
  • 2.01 in. tubing outer diameter (51 mm)

Product Details

This Cardone Driveshaft / Prop Shaft line focuses on replacement driveline components engineered from tested materials and manufacturing processes. Part number 65-9462 is supplied as a new front drive shaft for 2002-2010 Ford Explorer, 2002-2010 Mercury Mountaineer, and 2003-2005 Lincoln Aviator models with the specified 27-3/4 in. collapsed length. This part cross-references Ford and Lincoln applications such as 1L2Z4A376A and 1L2Z4A376AA for the same application.

What It Helps Address

  • Driveline vibration at highway speeds
  • Worn or noisy front prop shaft operation
  • Fitment issues from incorrect shaft length or balance
  • Premature wear at slip yokes and U-joint interfaces
  • Loss of smooth power transfer in the front driveline

Installation Notes

Verify the collapsed length, CV face measurement, and U-joint centerline reference before installation. This front drive shaft is listed for 2002-2010 Ford Explorer, front; 2002-2010 Mercury Mountaineer, front; and 2003-2005 Lincoln Aviator, front. Confirm driveline configuration and measurement details against the original shaft before replacing the unit.

Quality Assurance

Cardone engineers and tests prop shafts to match OE performance targets, with dynamic balancing used to support smooth operation and longer joint life. Part number 65-9462 is a new replacement component built for consistent driveline performance.

Related reading

This part fits 21 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelDrive TypePositionNotes
2010FordExplorer4WDFrontSupplied as new; with 27-3/4" (705 mm) Long Driveshaft; Measurement taken from the CV face to the centerline of the furthest U-Joint on the opposite end of the collapsed Prop Shaft; Driveshaft / Prop Shaft
2010MercuryMountaineerAWDFrontSupplied as new; with 27-3/4" (705 mm) Long Driveshaft; Measurement taken from the CV face to the centerline of the furthest U-Joint on the opposite end of the collapsed Prop Shaft; Driveshaft / Prop Shaft
2009FordExplorer4WDFrontSupplied as new; with 27-3/4" (705 mm) Long Driveshaft; Measurement taken from the CV face to the centerline of the furthest U-Joint on the opposite end of the collapsed Prop Shaft; Driveshaft / Prop Shaft
2009MercuryMountaineerAWDFrontSupplied as new; with 27-3/4" (705 mm) Long Driveshaft; Measurement taken from the CV face to the centerline of the furthest U-Joint on the opposite end of the collapsed Prop Shaft; Driveshaft / Prop Shaft
2008FordExplorer4WDFrontSupplied as new; with 27-3/4" (705 mm) Long Driveshaft; Measurement taken from the CV face to the centerline of the furthest U-Joint on the opposite end of the collapsed Prop Shaft; Driveshaft / Prop Shaft
2008MercuryMountaineerAWDFrontSupplied as new; with 27-3/4" (705 mm) Long Driveshaft; Measurement taken from the CV face to the centerline of the furthest U-Joint on the opposite end of the collapsed Prop Shaft; Driveshaft / Prop Shaft
2007FordExplorer4WDFrontSupplied as new; with 27-3/4" (705 mm) Long Driveshaft; Measurement taken from the CV face to the centerline of the furthest U-Joint on the opposite end of the collapsed Prop Shaft; Driveshaft / Prop Shaft
2007MercuryMountaineerAWDFrontSupplied as new; with 27-3/4" (705 mm) Long Driveshaft; Measurement taken from the CV face to the centerline of the furthest U-Joint on the opposite end of the collapsed Prop Shaft; Driveshaft / Prop Shaft
2006FordExplorer4WDFrontSupplied as new; with 27-3/4" (705 mm) Long Driveshaft; Measurement taken from the CV face to the centerline of the furthest U-Joint on the opposite end of the collapsed Prop Shaft; Driveshaft / Prop Shaft
2006MercuryMountaineerAWDFrontSupplied as new; with 27-3/4" (705 mm) Long Driveshaft; Measurement taken from the CV face to the centerline of the furthest U-Joint on the opposite end of the collapsed Prop Shaft; Driveshaft / Prop Shaft
2005FordExplorer4WDFrontSupplied as new; with 27-3/4" (705 mm) Long Driveshaft; Measurement taken from the CV face to the centerline of the furthest U-Joint on the opposite end of the collapsed Prop Shaft; Driveshaft / Prop Shaft
2005LincolnAviatorAWDFrontSupplied as new; with 27-3/4" (705 mm) Long Driveshaft; Measurement taken from the CV face to the centerline of the furthest U-Joint on the opposite end of the collapsed Prop Shaft; Driveshaft / Prop Shaft
2005MercuryMountaineerAWDFrontSupplied as new; with 27-3/4" (705 mm) Long Driveshaft; Measurement taken from the CV face to the centerline of the furthest U-Joint on the opposite end of the collapsed Prop Shaft; Driveshaft / Prop Shaft
2004FordExplorer4WDFrontSupplied as new; with 27-3/4" (705 mm) Long Driveshaft; Measurement taken from the CV face to the centerline of the furthest U-Joint on the opposite end of the collapsed Prop Shaft; Driveshaft / Prop Shaft
2004LincolnAviatorAWDFrontSupplied as new; with 27-3/4" (705 mm) Long Driveshaft; Measurement taken from the CV face to the centerline of the furthest U-Joint on the opposite end of the collapsed Prop Shaft; Driveshaft / Prop Shaft
2004MercuryMountaineerAWDFrontSupplied as new; with 27-3/4" (705 mm) Long Driveshaft; Measurement taken from the CV face to the centerline of the furthest U-Joint on the opposite end of the collapsed Prop Shaft; Driveshaft / Prop Shaft
2003FordExplorer4WDFrontSupplied as new; with 27-3/4" (705 mm) Long Driveshaft; Measurement taken from the CV face to the centerline of the furthest U-Joint on the opposite end of the collapsed Prop Shaft; Driveshaft / Prop Shaft
2003LincolnAviatorAWDFrontSupplied as new; with 27-3/4" (705 mm) Long Driveshaft; Measurement taken from the CV face to the centerline of the furthest U-Joint on the opposite end of the collapsed Prop Shaft; Driveshaft / Prop Shaft
2003MercuryMountaineerAWDFrontSupplied as new; with 27-3/4" (705 mm) Long Driveshaft; Measurement taken from the CV face to the centerline of the furthest U-Joint on the opposite end of the collapsed Prop Shaft; Driveshaft / Prop Shaft
2002FordExplorer4WDFrontSupplied as new; with 27-3/4" (705 mm) Long Driveshaft; Measurement taken from the CV face to the centerline of the furthest U-Joint on the opposite end of the collapsed Prop Shaft; Driveshaft / Prop Shaft
2002MercuryMountaineerAWDFrontSupplied as new; with 27-3/4" (705 mm) Long Driveshaft; Measurement taken from the CV face to the centerline of the furthest U-Joint on the opposite end of the collapsed Prop Shaft; Driveshaft / Prop Shaft
Directly replaces or cross-references 6 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
Ford — 1L2Z4A376AFord — 1L2Z4A376AALincoln — 1L2Z4A376ALincoln — 1L2Z4A376AAMercury — 1L2Z4A376AMercury — 1L2Z4A376AA