Cardone 66-2316 CV Axle Assembly - Front Right

Front Right CV Axle for Ford and Lincoln

Cardone 66-2316 is a new front right CV axle assembly built for direct replacement on select Ford and Lincoln applications. It is engineered for smooth driveline operation, with straightness verification to help reduce vibration at speed and boot design details that address common axle failure points.

Compatible with 2013-2016 Ford Taurus, 2013-2016 Lincoln MKS, 2014-2016 Lincoln MKT, and 2014-2015 Ford Flex, this CV axle assembly is a fit-focused solution for front right driveline service. The Cardone CV Axle Assembly line is developed around OE-style performance targets and durability improvements based on failure analysis.

Key Features

• Cardone CV Axle Assembly, part number 66-2316
• Fits front right applications on select Ford Taurus, Lincoln MKS, Lincoln MKT, and Ford Flex models
• New axle retaining nut included for installation convenience
• Self-lock axle nut locking type
• Splined input and output shaft connection style
• 38 output shaft spline count
• Neoprene boot design with added bellows where needed to reduce stress and cracking
• Boot clamps are pneumatically crimped for a secure seal
• High-temperature, high-torque grease used for driveline service
• Shafts are checked for straightness to help prevent vibration

Product Details

Cardone uses its CV axle engineering experience to address common failure causes such as boot cracking, grease loss, contamination, and vibration. The axle shaft is individually verified for straightness, and the transmission seal diameter is precision-machined after heat treatment to support proper sealing and long service life. For drivers searching for a Ford Taurus front right CV axle assembly or a Lincoln MKS front right axle replacement, 66-2316 provides a direct-fit driveline service part.

This part cross-references Ford DG1Z3B436A and Lincoln DG1Z3B436D for the same application.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Clicking or snapping noises during turns
• Grease on the chassis or suspension from a ruptured boot
• Front-end vibration during acceleration
• Wobble or binding while turning
• Noise caused by a worn outer CV joint

Installation Notes

• Fits 2017-2019 Ford Taurus, front right.
• Fits 2013-2016 Ford Taurus, front right.
• Fits 2013-2016 Lincoln MKS, front right.
• Fits 2014-2016 Lincoln MKT, front right.
• Fits 2014-2015 Ford Flex, front right.
• Do not let the axle hang unsupported during service.
• Use a torque wrench to install the retaining nut to manufacturer specifications.
• Do not reuse the old prevailing-torque lock nut; install the supplied new nut.
• Replace transaxle seals when servicing CV drive axle assemblies.
• If the ABS light appears after installation, inspect the sensor ring, sensor, and wiring near the axle.

Quality Assurance

Cardone builds this CV axle assembly using engineering and testing methods developed from OE failure analysis. The design includes boot and seal details intended to support long-term driveline performance, and each shaft is verified for straightness before use in remanufacturing or assembly processes.