Cardone 66-2252 CV Axle Assembly - Front Left

Cardone CV Axle Assembly for Transit Connect

Restore smooth driveline operation with the Cardone CV Axle Assembly, part number 66-2252. Built for the front left position on the 2010-2013 Ford Transit Connect, this new axle is engineered to address common CV joint and boot-related failures while supporting vibration-free performance.

Cardone’s CV axle program focuses on OE-style fit and durability, with attention to shaft straightness, boot design, and seal integrity. If you are replacing a worn front left axle on a Ford Transit Connect, 66-2252 is built for direct service replacement.

Key Features

• Fits 2010-2013 Ford Transit Connect, front left
• Part number 66-2252
• New CV axle assembly with complete axle and instruction sheet
• ABS ring included for proper sensor signal support
• Self-lock axle nut style with spindle nut included
• Neoprene boots 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 for demanding driveline conditions
• Shafts are individually verified for straightness to reduce vibration
• Transmission seal diameter is precision-machined after heat treatment for seal life

Detailed Description

The Cardone 66-2252 CV axle assembly is designed for the front left side of the Ford Transit Connect and built to address the failure points commonly seen in original CV axles. Cardone applies engineering and testing experience to improve boot durability, joint protection, and shaft consistency, helping deliver stable driveline operation under everyday driving loads. This part cross-references Ford 9T1Z3B437A for the same application.

For Transit Connect owners searching for a front left CV axle assembly, 66-2252 provides the correct splined connection design with 26 input shaft splines and 25 output shaft splines. The compressed length is 24.75 inches, and the axle is supplied new for direct replacement service.

What This Axle Helps Fix

• Clicking or snapping during turns from a worn outer CV joint
• Grease on the chassis or suspension from a ruptured boot
• Grinding or vibration from a damaged or worn axle assembly
• ABS warning light issues caused by a damaged sensor ring or wiring near the axle
• Thumping or driveline vibration caused by axle wear or runout

Installation Notes and Tips

• Fits 2010-2013 Ford Transit Connect, front left
• Do not let the CV axle hang unsupported during service
• Use a torque wrench on the retaining nut and follow manufacturer torque specifications
• 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
• Inspect the ABS ring, sensor, and nearby wiring during installation

Quality Assurance

Cardone builds this CV axle assembly using inspection and verification steps that focus on straightness, boot durability, and seal performance. The design approach is intended to reduce repeat failure and support OE-level driveline operation on the Ford Transit Connect.