Cardone 66-3368 CV Axle Assembly - Front Left

Cardone CV Axle Assembly for Hyundai Santa Fe

Restore driveline performance with this Cardone CV Axle Assembly, part number 66-3368, for the front left position on 2001-2005 Hyundai Santa Fe models. Built for direct replacement service, it is engineered to address common CV axle failure points while supporting smooth, vibration-free operation.

Key Features

• Fits 2001-2005 Hyundai Santa Fe, front left
• Cardone CV Axle Assembly, part number 66-3368
• ABS ring included with 52-tooth count
• Castle-style axle nut locking type
• Compressed length: 22.6875 in.
• Splined input shaft with 23 splines
• Splined output shaft with 26 splines
• New spindle nut included
• Complete axle and instruction sheet in package contents
• Neoprene boot design with added bellows where needed to resist cracking and stress
• Boot clamps are pneumatically crimped for a secure seal
• High-temperature, high-torque grease is used for long-lasting joint protection
• Shafts are individually verified for straightness to help reduce vibration

Product Details

Cardone CV axle assemblies are built from engineering and testing experience focused on common original-equipment failure causes. For the Hyundai Santa Fe front left application, this axle is designed with attention to boot durability, seal integrity, and shaft straightness to support consistent driveline performance. The Cardone 66-3368 is a practical replacement for worn or damaged front axle assemblies on 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, and 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vehicles.

This part cross-references Hyundai 4950126500 and 4950126501 for the same application.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Clicking or snapping noises during turns from a worn outer CV joint
• Grease on the chassis or suspension from a ruptured axle boot
• Front-end vibration caused by a bent or out-of-straight axle shaft
• ABS warning light issues after axle replacement when the sensor ring is damaged or mismatched
• Thumping or binding from a failing inner or outer CV joint

Installation Notes

• Fits 2001-2005 Hyundai Santa Fe, front left
• Do not let the CV axle hang unsupported during service; this can damage the inner joint
• Use a torque wrench on the retaining nut and tighten to manufacturer specifications
• Replace the old prevailing-torque lock nut rather than reusing it
• Install new transaxle seals when replacing CV axle assemblies to help prevent leaks
• If the ABS light remains on after installation, inspect the sensor ring, sensor, and wiring near the axle

Quality Assurance

Cardone designs its CV drive axles to meet or exceed original-equipment performance targets through application-specific engineering and testing. Shafts are checked for straightness to help reduce vibration, and the boot and grease design are selected to support durability in demanding driveline service.