Cardone 66-2146 CV Axle Assembly - Front Right

Cardone CV Axle Assembly for Focus

Restore smooth power transfer with this Cardone CV axle assembly, part number 66-2146. It is built for the front right position on 2000-2004 Ford Focus models and is engineered to address common causes of CV axle noise, vibration, and boot failure.

Key Features

• Fits 2000-2004 Ford Focus, front right
• Cardone CV Axle Assembly, part number 66-2146
• ABS ring included for proper sensor signal support
• Self-lock axle nut style with spindle nut included
• Compressed length: 36.625 in.
• 23-spline input shaft and 25-spline output shaft
• Neoprene boots with added bellows where needed to reduce stress and cracking
• Boot clamps are pneumatically crimped for a secure seal
• High-temperature, high-torque grease for durable joint operation
• Shafts are individually checked for straightness to help reduce vibration

Product Details

Cardone designs its CV Drive Axles using testing and engineering methods developed to address common original-equipment failure points. For the Ford Focus front right application, part number 66-2146 uses a precision-verified shaft, sealed boot construction, and durable grease to support consistent driveline operation. This part cross-references Ford YS4Z3B436AA for the same application.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Clicking or snapping during hard turns and acceleration
• Grease leakage from a torn or cracked CV boot
• Front-end vibration caused by axle runout or shaft imbalance
• Grinding or popping noises from a worn outer CV joint
• ABS warning light issues after axle replacement when the sensor ring is damaged or missing

Installation Notes and Tips

• Fits 2000-2004 Ford Focus, 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; replace it with the supplied spindle nut.
• Install new transaxle seals when replacing CV axle assemblies to help prevent leaks.
• If the ABS light remains on after installation, inspect the sensor ring, sensor, and wiring near the axle.

Quality Assurance

Cardone applies 100% runout inspection to shafts used in remanufactured CV axle assemblies, and each shaft is verified for straightness to support vibration-free performance at speed. The brand’s engineering approach focuses on reducing repeat failure by addressing boot stress, seal durability, and joint protection. Part number 66-2146 is a new CV axle assembly for the front right position on the Ford Focus.