Cardone 66-2163 CV Axle Assembly - Front Right

CV Axle Assembly for Ford and Mercury

Cardone 66-2163 is a new CV axle assembly for the front right position on select Ford Five Hundred and Mercury Montego models. It is engineered for OE-style driveline performance with attention to boot durability, shaft straightness, and seal fit.

Built for 2005-2007 Ford Five Hundred and 2005-2007 Mercury Montego front right applications, this Cardone CV axle assembly is designed to address common causes of CV joint and boot failure while supporting smooth power transfer from the transaxle to the wheel.

Key Features

• Cardone CV Axle Assembly, part number 66-2163
• Fits front right applications on select Ford Five Hundred and Mercury Montego models
• ABS ring included for proper wheel speed signal operation
• Self-lock axle nut style with spindle nut included
• Compressed length: 40.312 in.
• Splined input shaft with 28 splines and splined output shaft with 38 splines
• Neoprene boots with added bellows where needed to help resist stress and ozone cracking
• High-temperature, high-torque grease for demanding driveline conditions
• Boot clamps are pneumatically crimped for a secure seal
• Transmission seal diameter is precision-machined after heat treatment for consistent seal life

Product Details

Cardone uses CV axle engineering and testing experience to build assemblies that address common failure points found in original units. The shaft is individually verified for straightness to help reduce vibration, and the boot design focuses on resisting cracking and grease loss. For Ford Five Hundred and Mercury Montego owners, 66-2163 provides a direct replacement solution for front right driveline service.

This part cross-references Ford 5F9Z3B436A and Mercury 5F9Z3B436A for the same application.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

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

Installation Notes

• Fits 2005-2007 Ford Five Hundred, front right.
• Fits 2005-2007 Mercury Montego, front right.
• Do not let the axle hang unsupported during service.
• Use a torque wrench on the retaining nut and tighten to manufacturer specifications.
• Do not reuse a prevailing-torque lock nut; install the supplied new 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 verifies CV axle shafts for straightness and runout to support vibration-free operation at speed. The assembly is built with materials and machining processes aimed at improving boot life, seal performance, and overall driveline reliability.