Cardone 66-2005 CV Axle Assembly - Front Right

Cardone CV Axle Assembly for Front Right Applications

Cardone 66-2005 is a new CV axle assembly engineered for front right driveline service on select Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln vehicles. It is built to address common causes of CV axle failure, including boot cracking, vibration, and seal wear, while supporting smooth power transfer from the transaxle to the wheel.

Compatible With 1986-2004 Ford Taurus, front right; 1986-2004 Mercury Sable, front right; 2001-2003 Ford Windstar, front right; and 1988-1994 Lincoln Continental, front right.

• ABS ring included with 50-tooth count for proper wheel speed signal integration
• Self-lock axle nut design with spindle nut included for service convenience
• Compressed length: 26.875 in.
• Input shaft: 35 splines; output shaft: 26 splines
• Splined connection style on both ends for direct driveline engagement
• Neoprene boot design with added bellows where needed to reduce stress and ozone cracking
• Boot clamps are pneumatically crimped for a secure seal
• High-temperature, high-torque grease supports long service life
• Shafts are individually verified for straightness to help reduce vibration
• Transmission seal diameter is precision-machined after heat treatment for proper sealing

Product Line Details

Cardone CV Axle Assembly products are engineered from failure analysis and remanufacturing experience to improve durability in real-world driveline conditions. The design focus includes boot protection, seal fit, and shaft runout control to help maintain OE-style performance on Ford Taurus, Mercury Sable, Ford Windstar, and Lincoln Continental front right applications.

This part cross-references Ford (e.g., F2DZ3B436A, F5DZ3B436D) for the same application.

Common Problems This Axle Can Address

• Clicking or snapping during hard turns
• Grease leakage from a torn outer CV boot
• Front-end vibration during acceleration
• ABS warning light after axle replacement
• Grinding noise from a worn outer CV joint

Installation Notes

Do not let the axle hang unsupported during service, as this can damage the inner joint. Always replace the old prevailing-torque nut with the supplied new nut and tighten it with a torque wrench to the vehicle manufacturer’s specification. When replacing the axle, 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 verifies shaft straightness and runout to support vibration-free operation at speed. The axle is engineered to meet or exceed original equipment performance targets through improved boot design, seal precision, and driveline testing.