Cardone 66-1358 CV Axle Assembly - Front Left or Front Right

Cardone CV Axle Assembly for Saturn L-Series

Restore smooth driveline operation with this Cardone CV axle assembly, part number 66-1358. Built for front left and front right applications on select Saturn L-Series vehicles, it is engineered to deliver stable, vibration-free performance and reliable OE-style fitment.

Cardone’s CV axle program focuses on the failure points that commonly affect replacement axles, including boot durability, shaft straightness, and seal integrity. For Saturn L300, L200, LW200, LW300, L100, LS, LS1, LS2, LW1, and LW2 applications, this axle is designed for consistent operation under everyday driving loads.

Key Features

• Part number 66-1358 for select Saturn front axle applications
• ABS ring included with 29 teeth for proper speed signal operation
• New spindle nut included with M20 x 1.0 thread size
• Castle-style axle nut locking type
• Splined input and output shaft connection styles
• Neoprene boot design with added bellows where needed to reduce stress and cracking
• High-temperature, high-torque grease for long-lasting joint lubrication
• Shafts are individually verified for straightness to reduce vibration
• Compressed length: 21.625 in.

Detailed Description

Cardone CV axle assemblies are engineered from testing and remanufacturing experience to address common causes of CV joint failure. This axle uses a precision-verified shaft and durable boot construction to help maintain smooth power transfer from the transaxle to the wheel. It is a practical replacement for Saturn front axle service where ABS function, seal fit, and driveline balance matter.

This part cross-references Saturn OE numbers 22688595 and 24404109 for the same application. Use part number 66-1358 when searching for a replacement CV axle assembly for Saturn L300 front left or front right, as well as other listed Saturn L-Series positions.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Clicking or snapping noises during turns from a worn outer CV joint
• Grease leakage from a ruptured boot and contamination inside the joint
• Front-end vibration caused by axle runout or shaft imbalance
• ABS warning light issues after axle replacement when the sensor ring is not correct
• Thumping or driveline shudder during acceleration from a failing axle assembly

Installation Notes and Tips

• Fits 2001-2005 Saturn L300, front left and front right.
• Fits 2001-2003 Saturn L200, front left and front right.
• Fits 2001-2003 Saturn LW200, front left and front right.
• Fits 2001-2003 Saturn LW300, front left and front right.
• Fits 2001-2002 Saturn L100, front left and front right.
• Fits 2000 Saturn LS, LS1, LS2, LW1, and LW2, front left and front right.
• Do not let the axle hang unsupported during service; this can damage the inner joint.
• Use a torque wrench on the retaining nut and tighten to manufacturer specifications.
• Do not reuse a prevailing-torque lock nut; install the new nut supplied with the axle.
• Replace transaxle seals when servicing CV drive axles to help prevent leaks.

Quality Assurance

Cardone engineers its CV drive axles to meet or exceed OE performance targets through shaft straightness verification, boot design improvements, and controlled assembly processes. The result is a replacement axle built for dependable operation in Saturn driveline service.