Cardone 66-3135 CV Axle Assembly - Front Left

CV Axle Assembly for Front Left Applications

Cardone CV Axle Assembly 66-3135 is a new front left driveline replacement built for select Chrysler, Dodge, and Mitsubishi vehicles. It is engineered for OE-level fit and smooth operation, with attention to boot durability, shaft straightness, and seal performance.

Compatible with applications such as the Dodge Ram 50, Mitsubishi Mighty Max, and Mitsubishi Montero, this axle is a direct-fit solution for restoring driveline function on the front left side. The Cardone 66-3135 is also listed for the Dodge Dart, Dodge Raider, Dodge Power Ram 50, Dodge D50, and Chrysler New Yorker in specific model years.

Key Features

• Cardone CV Axle Assembly, part number 66-3135
• Front left position for select Chrysler, Dodge, and Mitsubishi vehicles
• ABS ring included
• New spindle nut included
• Splined input shaft with 25 splines
• Splined output shaft with 28 splines
• Compressed length: 23.047 inches
• Boot clamps are pneumatically crimped for a secure seal
• Neoprene boots use added bellows where needed to reduce stress and cracking
• High-temperature, high-torque grease is used for long-lasting operation
• Shafts are individually checked for straightness to reduce vibration
• Transmission seal diameter is precision-machined after heat treatment for proper seal life

Product Details

Cardone builds its CV Drive Axle line around failure prevention, using engineering and testing methods developed from real-world axle wear patterns. For this application, the axle is designed to address common causes of CV joint and boot failure, including boot cracking, contamination, vibration, and seal leakage. The result is a replacement axle assembly focused on stable performance and consistent driveline operation.

This part cross-references Chrysler MB526270 and Dodge MB160653 for the same application. If you are searching for a CV axle assembly for a 1987-1993 Dodge Ram 50 front left, or a front left CV axle for a 1983-1991 Mitsubishi Montero or Mighty Max, Cardone 66-3135 is the relevant OE-style replacement to review.

What This Part Helps Fix

• Clicking or snapping during hard turns
• Grease leakage around the axle boot or chassis
• Front-end vibration during acceleration
• Grinding noise from a worn outer CV joint
• ABS warning light issues after axle replacement when the sensor ring or wiring is damaged

Installation Notes

• Fits 1983-1985 Dodge Ram 50, front left
• Fits 1987-1993 Dodge Ram 50, front left
• Fits 1983-1991 Mitsubishi Mighty Max, front left
• Fits 1983-1991 Mitsubishi Montero, front left
• Fits 1989 Chrysler New Yorker, front left
• Fits 1982 Dodge Dart, front left
• Fits 1987-1989 Dodge Dart, front left
• Fits 1987-1989 Dodge Raider, front left
• Fits 1983-1986 Dodge Power Ram 50, front left
• Fits 1982 Dodge D50, front left

Do not let the CV axle hang unsupported during service, as this can damage the inner joint. Use a torque wrench for the retaining nut and follow the vehicle manufacturer’s torque specification. Replace the prevailing-torque lock nut rather than reusing the old one, and install new transaxle seals when replacing CV drive axle assemblies.

Quality Assurance

Cardone uses 100% run-out inspection on shafts to help prevent vibration, and each axle is verified for straightness before use in remanufacturing or assembly. The brand’s CV axle engineering also focuses on boot design, seal durability, and joint protection to support reliable driveline performance.