Cardone 66-3136 CV Axle Assembly - Front Right

CV Axle Assembly for Front Right Applications

Cardone CV Axle Assembly 66-3136 is a new front right driveline replacement engineered for select Dodge, Mitsubishi, and Chrysler vehicles. It is built to address common CV axle failure points with verified shaft straightness, durable boot construction, and a precise seal interface for dependable operation.

Compatible With 1982-1993 Dodge D50, Dart, Power Ram 50, Ram 50, and Raider applications, plus Mitsubishi Mighty Max and Montero front right positions. This part cross-references Chrysler MB526271 for the same application.

Key Features

• Cardone CV Axle Assembly, part number 66-3136
• Front right position for select driveline and axle applications
• ABS ring included
• Spindle nut included
• New axle retaining nut supplied for installation convenience
• Neoprene boots with added bellows where needed to reduce stress and ozone cracking
• Boot clamps are pneumatically crimped for a tight boot-to-housing seal
• High-temperature, high-torque grease for long service life
• Shafts are individually verified for straightness to reduce vibration
• Transmission seal diameter is precision-machined after heat treatment for proper sealing

Product Details

Cardone’s CV axle engineering focuses on the failure points that commonly affect original equipment units. The boot design helps resist cracking, the grease is formulated for demanding torque and heat, and each shaft is checked for straightness to support smooth operation at speed. The 28-spline output shaft and bolt-on input shaft connection are matched to the listed applications, making 66-3136 a direct replacement choice for service work on older Dodge Ram 50, Mitsubishi Montero, and related front right driveline setups.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Clicking or snapping during turns from a worn outer CV joint
• Grease leakage from a ruptured boot
• Vibration caused by axle runout or shaft distortion
• ABS warning light after axle replacement if the sensor ring is damaged or missing
• Noise or binding from a failing inner or outer joint

Installation Notes and Tips

• Fits 1982-1993 Dodge D50, Dart, Power Ram 50, Ram 50, and Raider, front right, plus Mitsubishi Mighty Max and Montero, 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 manufacturer specifications.
• Do not reuse a prevailing-torque lock nut; install the new nut supplied with the axle.
• Replace transaxle seals when servicing CV drive 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 applies testing and engineering methods developed from CV drive axle remanufacturing experience to help the replacement meet or exceed OE performance expectations. The shaft is verified for straightness, and the boot and seal details are designed to support consistent, vibration-free operation in the listed applications.