Cardone 66-6012 CV Axle Assembly - Front Left or Front Right

Cardone CV Axle Assembly for Nissan D21 and Pathfinder

Restore smooth driveline operation with the Cardone CV Axle Assembly, part number 66-6012. This new CV axle is built for front left and front right applications on select Nissan D21 and Nissan Pathfinder models, with engineering focused on straightness, seal integrity, and vibration control.

Key Features

• New CV axle assembly for front axle service
• ABS ring included for supported applications
• Spindle nut included for installation convenience
• 27-spline output shaft with bolt-on input shaft connection
• Compressed length: 20.5 in.
• Neoprene boots with added bellows where needed to reduce stress and ozone cracking
• Boot clamps are pneumatically crimped for a consistent seal
• High-temperature, high-torque grease helps support long service life
• Shafts are individually checked for straightness to reduce vibration

Product Details

Cardone CV axle assemblies are engineered from testing and remanufacturing experience to address common failure points found in original driveline components. For Nissan D21 and Pathfinder front axle service, part number 66-6012 is built to support smooth power transfer while helping reduce noise, vibration, and grease loss. The design includes precision-machined sealing surfaces after heat treatment, which helps promote proper seal contact and long seal life. This part cross-references Nissan 3910078G00 for the same application.

Compatible With 1986-1993 Nissan D21 front left and front right, 1987-1989 Nissan Pathfinder front left and front right, and 1990 Nissan D21 front left or front right before 08/1989. The part number 66-6012 is a direct fitment reference for these listed applications.

Common Issues This Part May Address

• Clicking or snapping noises during 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 concerns after axle replacement when the sensor ring is damaged

Installation Notes and Tips

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

Quality Assurance

Cardone designs this CV axle assembly using failure analysis and engineering methods aimed at improving durability over common OE failure points. Each shaft is verified for straightness to help deliver vibration-free performance at speed, and the boot and grease package are selected to support demanding driveline conditions.