Cardone 66-8023 CV Axle Assembly - Front Right

Cardone CV Axle Assembly 66-8023

Cardone 66-8023 is a new CV axle assembly engineered for front right applications on select Ford and Mazda vehicles. It is built with a splined 26-tooth input and output shaft connection, an ABS ring with 90 teeth, and a stake-style axle nut setup for direct replacement service.

Fits 1989-1992 Ford Probe, front right. Fits 1988-1992 Mazda 626, front right. Fits 1988-1992 Mazda MX-6, front right.

Key Features

• ABS ring included with 90 teeth for proper wheel speed signal integration
• New axle retaining nut supplied for service convenience
• Neoprene boot design with added bellows where needed to reduce stress and ozone cracking
• High-temperature, high-torque grease for demanding driveline conditions
• Boot clamps are pneumatically crimped for a secure seal
• Transmission seal diameter is precision-machined after heat treatment for consistent sealing performance
• Shafts are individually verified for straightness to help reduce vibration
• Part number 66-8023 is a new replacement assembly for front right driveline service

Detailed Description

Cardone CV axle assembly 66-8023 is designed for drivers replacing a worn or damaged front right axle on the Ford Probe, Mazda 626, or Mazda MX-6. Cardone’s CV axle engineering focuses on the common failure points found in original units, including boot cracking, seal wear, and vibration from shaft runout. The result is a replacement axle built to OE-style performance expectations with attention to fit, sealing, and driveline smoothness.

This assembly includes an ABS ring and uses a 26-spline splined connection on both ends. The compressed length measures 21.875 inches, and the spindle nut uses an M22 x 1.5 thread with a 32mm hex head size. Cardone 66-8023 is also listed with interchange references for Ford E92Z3B436A and F02Z3B436A, plus Mazda G03325500B, G04325500B, and GA4325500A.

This part cross-references Ford E92Z3B436A and Mazda G03325500B for the same application.

Common Problems This Axle Can Address

• Clicking or snapping noises during turns from a worn outer CV joint
• Grease leakage around the axle boot from a ruptured boot
• Front-end vibration caused by axle shaft runout or imbalance
• ABS warning light issues after axle replacement when the sensor ring is damaged or incorrect
• Grinding or binding from a failing CV joint or contaminated joint grease

Installation Notes and Tips

• Fits 1989-1992 Ford Probe, front right; 1988-1992 Mazda 626, front right; and 1988-1992 Mazda MX-6, front right.
• Do not let the axle hang unsupported during service; this can damage the inner joint.
• Use a torque wrench and tighten the retaining nut to the vehicle manufacturer’s specification.
• Do not reuse a prevailing-torque lock nut; replace it with the supplied new nut.
• 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 for damage.

Quality Assurance

Cardone builds this CV axle assembly using engineering methods developed from testing original-drive-axle failure patterns. Shafts are checked for straightness, and the sealing components are designed to resist common causes of premature boot and seal failure. Part number 66-8023 is a new assembly intended to deliver consistent driveline operation on the listed Ford and Mazda applications.