Cardone 66-3471 CV Axle Assembly - Front Left

CV Axle Assembly for Hyundai and Kia

The Cardone 66-3471 CV axle assembly is a new front left driveline replacement for select Hyundai Elantra, Hyundai Tiburon, Kia Spectra, and Kia Spectra5 applications. Built for OE-style fitment and smooth power transfer, it is engineered to help restore quiet, vibration-free operation in daily driving.

Cardone’s CV axle program focuses on the failure points that commonly affect original axles, including boot durability, joint contamination, and shaft runout. This part number 66-3471 is built with a straightness-verified shaft and a sealed boot design to support consistent performance in front-wheel-drive service.

Key Features

• Fits 2001-2006 Hyundai Elantra, front left
• Fits 2003-2008 Hyundai Tiburon, front left
• Fits 2004-2009 Kia Spectra, front left
• Fits 2005-2009 Kia Spectra5, front left
• ABS ring included with 44 teeth for proper speed signal operation
• Self-lock axle nut locking type with spindle nut included
• 25-spline input and output shaft connection style
• Neoprene boots with added bellows where needed to resist stress and ozone cracking
• High-temperature, high-torque grease for long-lasting joint lubrication
• Pneumatically crimped boot clamps for a secure seal
• Transmission seal diameter is precision-machined after heat treatment for correct sealing surface finish
• Package contents: complete axle and instruction sheet

Detailed Description

Cardone CV axle assembly 66-3471 is designed for front left service on Hyundai Elantra, Hyundai Tiburon, Kia Spectra, and Kia Spectra5 models. It is built to address common CV axle failure causes by using a durable boot design, verified shaft straightness, and quality grease formulated for demanding torque and temperature conditions. The result is a replacement axle intended to restore driveline smoothness and reduce vibration concerns.

This Cardone CV Axle Assembly line is engineered around OE performance expectations, with attention to boot life, seal integrity, and joint protection. For shoppers searching for a Hyundai Elantra front left CV axle, Kia Spectra front left axle shaft, or Hyundai Tiburon replacement CV axle, part number 66-3471 provides a direct-fit solution for the listed applications.

This part cross-references Hyundai 495002C810 and Kia 495012F200 for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

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

Installation Notes and Tips

• Do not let the CV axle hang unsupported during service; support it to avoid inner joint damage.
• Use a torque wrench on the retaining nut and tighten to the vehicle manufacturer’s specification.
• Do not reuse a prevailing-torque lock nut; install a new nut during assembly.
• Replace transaxle seals when servicing CV axle assemblies to help prevent leaks.
• Inspect the ABS ring, sensor, and nearby wiring during installation to avoid an erratic speed signal.

Quality Assurance

Cardone engineers and tests CV drive axles to address common OE failure points and verify shaft straightness for vibration-free operation at speed. The brand’s CV axle design also emphasizes boot durability, seal performance, and joint protection for dependable driveline service.