Cardone 66-2042 CV Axle Assembly - Front Right

Front Right CV Axle for Taurus and Sable

Restore smooth driveline operation with this Cardone CV Axle Assembly, part number 66-2042. It is built for front right applications on select Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable models, with OE-style engineering focused on vibration control, seal integrity, and consistent joint performance.

Key Features

• Fits 1994-2000 Ford Taurus, front right, and 2005-2007 Ford Taurus, front right
• Fits 1994-1999 Mercury Sable, front right, and 2005 Mercury Sable, front right
• ABS ring included with 50 teeth for proper wheel speed signal integration
• Self-lock axle nut style with spindle nut included, M20 x 1.5 thread size
• Compressed length: 25.4375 in.
• Splined input shaft: 35 spline count; splined output shaft: 26 spline count
• New axle retaining nut supplied for easier replacement service
• Neoprene boots use 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

Product Details

Cardone 66-2042 is a new CV axle assembly engineered for front right driveline service on Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable vehicles. Cardone uses testing and remanufacturing experience to address common CV axle failure points, including boot cracking, seal wear, and vibration from shaft runout. Each shaft is individually verified for straightness to help deliver smooth operation at speed. This part cross-references Ford 4F1Z3B436AA and YF1Z3A428RN for the same application.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Clicking or snapping during hard turns
• Grease leakage around a torn outer CV boot
• Front-end vibration during acceleration
• Grinding or noise from a worn outer CV joint
• ABS warning light caused by a damaged sensor ring or axle-related signal issue

Installation Notes

• Fits 2005-2007 Ford Taurus, front right; 1994-2000 Ford Taurus, front right; 2005 Mercury Sable, front right; and 1994-1999 Mercury Sable, 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 the vehicle manufacturer’s specification
• Do not reuse a prevailing-torque lock nut; install the supplied new spindle nut
• Replace transaxle seals when servicing CV axle assemblies 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 designs this CV axle assembly around known failure causes in original units, including boot stress, seal wear, and shaft runout. The result is a replacement built to support OE-level driveline performance on the Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable front right application.