Cardone 66-1273 CV Axle Assembly - Front Left

Cardone CV Axle Assembly for Saturn Front Left

Restore driveline performance with the Cardone CV Axle Assembly, part number 66-1273. This new front left axle is built for 1994-2002 Saturn SC1, SC2, SL, SL1, SL2, SW1, and SW2 applications and is engineered for smooth, vibration-free operation.

Cardone’s CV axle engineering focuses on the failure points that commonly affect replacement axles, including boot durability, seal life, and shaft straightness. For Saturn SC1, Saturn SL2, and other listed models, 66-1273 is built to deliver OE-style fit and consistent driveline performance.

Key Features

• Fits 1994-2002 Saturn SC1, SC2, SL, SL1, SL2, front left
• Fits 1994-2001 Saturn SW2, front left
• Fits 1994-1999 Saturn SW1, front left
• ABS ring included with 47-tooth count
• Self-lock axle nut style with spindle nut included
• Splined input and output shaft connection styles
• Compressed length: 24.6875 in.
• Neoprene boot design with added bellows where needed to resist stress and ozone cracking
• High-temperature, high-torque grease for driveline durability
• Boot clamps are pneumatically crimped for a secure seal
• Transmission seal diameter is precision-machined after heat treatment for proper sealing

Product Details

The Cardone 66-1273 CV axle assembly is a new driveline replacement for front left Saturn applications. It is engineered to address common CV axle failure causes such as boot cracking, grease loss, contamination, vibration, and seal wear. Each shaft is individually verified for straightness to help maintain smooth operation at all speeds, while the included ABS ring supports proper wheel speed signal function on equipped vehicles.

This part cross-references Saturn OE numbers 21011924 and 21012887 for the same application.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Clicking or snapping during turns from a worn outer CV joint
• Grease on the chassis or suspension from a ruptured CV boot
• Front-end vibration caused by axle runout or shaft imbalance
• ABS warning light issues after axle replacement when the sensor ring is damaged or incorrect
• Thumping or driveline shudder from a failing inner or outer CV joint

Installation Notes

• Do not let the CV axle hang unsupported during service; this can damage the inner joint.
• Use a torque wrench on the retaining nut and tighten to the manufacturer specification.
• Do not reuse a prevailing-torque lock nut; install the supplied new spindle nut.
• Replace transaxle seals when servicing CV drive axle assemblies to help prevent leaks.
• Inspect the ABS sensor, wiring, and ring during installation to avoid an erratic speed signal.

Quality Assurance

Cardone builds this CV axle assembly using engineering methods developed from testing original axle failure patterns. The result is a replacement designed around straightness verification, improved boot design, and sealing details that support reliable OE-level driveline performance on Saturn SC1, Saturn SL, and related front left applications.