Cardone 66-1075 CV Axle Assembly - Front Left

Front Left CV Axle for Buick, Pontiac, and More

Cardone 66-1075 is a new front left CV axle assembly engineered for select Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac applications. It is built for OE-style driveline performance with attention to boot durability, shaft straightness, and smooth operation at speed.

Key Features

• New CV axle assembly for front left applications
• ABS ring included with 48 teeth for proper signal transfer
• Self-lock axle nut style with spindle nut included, M20 x 1.5 thread
• Compressed length: 20.5 in.
• Splined input and output shaft connection styles
• Neoprene boots with added bellows where needed to reduce stress and cracking
• High-temperature, high-torque grease for long service life
• Individually verified shaft straightness for vibration-free performance
• Precision-machined transmission seal diameter after heat treatment
• New axle retaining nut supplied for installation

Product Details

Cardone’s CV Axle Assembly line is engineered from testing and remanufacturing experience focused on common failure points such as boot cracking, grease loss, contamination, and vibration. The 66-1075 uses a durable boot design, secure boot clamps, and verified shaft runout control to support smooth driveline operation. This part cross-references Buick 7842345 and Pontiac 7845348 for the same application.

Fits 1986-1995 Buick Skylark, front left. Fits 1985-1995 Pontiac Grand Am, front left. Fits 1992-1995 Oldsmobile Achieva, front left. Fits 1982-1983 Cadillac Cimarron, front left. Fits 1983 Chevrolet Cavalier, front left. Fits 1982-1983 Pontiac 6000, front left.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Clicking or snapping noise during hard turns and acceleration
• Grease on the chassis or suspension from a ruptured outer boot
• Front-end vibration caused by axle runout or shaft imbalance
• ABS warning light triggered by a damaged sensor ring or wiring near the axle
• Grinding or binding from a worn outer CV joint

Installation Notes

Do not let the axle hang unsupported during service, as this can damage the inner joint. Use a torque wrench to install the retaining nut to the vehicle manufacturer’s specification, and do not reuse a prevailing-torque lock nut. When replacing CV drive axle assemblies, install new transaxle seals to help prevent leaks. If the ABS light remains on after installation, inspect the sensor ring, sensor, and nearby wiring for damage.

Quality Assurance

Cardone engineers this CV axle assembly to address known OE failure causes and verifies shafts for straightness to help reduce vibration. The boot design, seal machining, and grease selection are all focused on consistent driveline performance in demanding front-wheel-drive service.