Cardone 66-7206 CV Axle Assembly - Front Right

Cardone CV Axle Assembly for Audi A4 and Volkswagen Passat

Cardone CV Axle Assembly 66-7206 is a new front right driveline replacement for select Audi A4 and Volkswagen Passat applications. It is engineered for OE-level performance with attention to axle straightness, boot durability, and seal integrity for smooth operation at speed.

Key Features

• Fits 1997-2000 Audi A4, front right
• Fits 1998-2001 Volkswagen Passat, front right
• ABS ring included with 45 teeth for proper speed signal operation
• New spindle nut included with 24mm hex and M14 x 1.5 thread size
• Compressed length: 24.9375 in.
• Output shaft: 33-spline, splined connection
• Input shaft: 6-bolt, bolt-on connection
• Neoprene boot design with added bellows where needed to resist cracking and stress
• Precision-machined transmission seal diameter after heat treatment for improved seal life
• High-temperature, high-torque grease for demanding driveline conditions

Product Details

Cardone 66-7206 is built as a complete CV axle assembly for the front right position on the Audi A4 and Volkswagen Passat listed above. The Cardone CV Axle Assembly line focuses on correcting common failure points found in original units, including boot stress, ozone cracking, vibration, and seal wear. Each shaft is individually checked for straightness to help deliver vibration-free performance across the speed range. This part cross-references Audi 8D0407272AQ and Volkswagen 8D0407272AQ for the same application.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Clicking or snapping noise during hard turns and acceleration
• Grease leakage around the axle boot or underbody
• Front-end vibration or thump under load
• ABS warning light caused by a damaged sensor ring or axle-related signal issue
• Grinding noise from a worn outer CV joint

Installation Notes

• Fits 1997-2000 Audi A4, front right, with round bolt-on type inboard joint
• Fits 1998-2001 Volkswagen Passat, front right, with round bolt-on type inboard joint
• Do not let the axle hang unsupported during service
• Use a torque wrench on the retaining nut and follow manufacturer torque specifications
• Do not reuse a prevailing-torque lock nut; replace it with a new nut
• Replace transaxle seals when servicing CV 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 engineers this CV axle assembly to meet and exceed original equipment performance targets through testing, runout verification, and component-specific design improvements. The product is new and includes the axle assembly and instruction sheet for service reference.