Cardone 66-3254 CV Axle Assembly - Front Left

Cardone CV Axle Assembly 66-3254

Cardone 66-3254 is a new front left CV axle assembly for select Hyundai applications, including the Elantra and Tiburon. It is engineered for OE-style fit and vibration-free operation, with attention to boot durability, seal life, and axle straightness.

Key Features

• Fits 1996 Hyundai Elantra, front left; 1997-2000 Hyundai Elantra, front left; 1997-2001 Hyundai Tiburon, front left
• ABS ring included with 29 teeth for proper speed signal operation
• New axle retaining nut and spindle nut included
• Neoprene boots use added bellows where needed to reduce stress and ozone cracking
• Boot clamps are pneumatically crimped for a secure seal
• High-temperature, high-torque grease is used for long-lasting joint performance
• Shafts are individually verified for straightness to help reduce vibration
• Transmission seal diameter is precision-machined after heat treatment for improved seal life

Product Details

This Cardone CV axle assembly is built for Hyundai front left driveline service where a worn or damaged axle has caused clicking, vibration, grease leakage, or ABS warning concerns. The Cardone CV Axle Assembly line is engineered around common failure points in original CV axles, including boot cracking, seal wear, and shaft runout. Part number 66-3254 is a direct replacement for the listed Hyundai applications and cross-references Hyundai 4950729G00, 4950729J00, 4950729K00, 4950729L00, 4950729M00, and 4950729M10 for the same application.

Compatible With 1996 Hyundai Elantra, front left; 1997-2000 Hyundai Elantra, front left; and 1997-2001 Hyundai Tiburon, front left. Use this axle when servicing a Hyundai Elantra or Hyundai Tiburon front left driveline assembly that requires a complete replacement axle with ABS ring provision.

What It Helps Fix

• Clicking or snapping noises during hard turns and acceleration
• Grease on the chassis or suspension from a torn CV boot
• Front-end vibration caused by axle runout or shaft imbalance
• ABS warning light issues related to a damaged sensor ring or axle-mounted ABS components
• Grinding or thumping from a worn outer or inner CV joint

Installation Notes

• Do not let the CV axle hang unsupported during service; this can damage the inner joint
• Do not reuse the old prevailing-torque axle nut; install the supplied new nut
• Use a torque wrench and tighten the retaining nut to the manufacturer specification
• Replace transaxle seals when servicing the axle to help prevent leaks
• Inspect ABS wiring, sensor, and ring components during installation to avoid speed-signal faults

Quality Assurance

Cardone uses engineering and testing methods focused on OE-level performance, with 100% shaft runout inspection to help prevent vibration and individually verified straightness on each axle shaft. The design also addresses common CV failure causes through improved boot construction, precision-machined seal surfaces, and durable joint lubrication.