Cardone 66-8140 CV Axle Assembly - Front Right

Cardone CV Axle Assembly for Kia Rio

Restore smooth power transfer with this Cardone CV axle assembly, part number 66-8140, for front right applications on the 2001-2005 Kia Rio. Built for direct replacement service, it addresses common driveline wear concerns while supporting stable, vibration-free operation.

Key Features

• Fits 2001-2005 Kia Rio, front right
• Cardone CV Axle Assembly, part number 66-8140
• ABS ring included with 44-tooth count
• New spindle nut included with 29mm hex and M20 x 1.5 thread
• Splined 24-tooth input and output shaft connections
• Compressed length: 34.875 in.
• Neoprene boot design with added bellows where needed to reduce stress and cracking
• High-temperature grease formulated for driveline heat and torque
• Shafts are individually verified for straightness to help reduce vibration
• Boot clamps are pneumatically crimped for a secure seal

Product Details

Cardone engineers its CV Drive Axle assemblies around the failure points commonly seen in original units, including boot cracking, grease loss, contamination, and shaft runout. The result is a replacement axle built to support OE-level driveline performance on the Kia Rio front right position. Part number 66-8140 also includes an ABS ring, making it a practical choice when replacing a worn axle on vehicles equipped with wheel speed sensing at the axle.

This part cross-references Kia 0K30D22520 and 1K30F2540X for the same application.

Common Problems This Axle Can Address

• Clicking or snapping noises during turns
• Grease on the chassis or suspension from a torn CV boot
• Front-end vibration caused by axle runout or shaft wear
• Grinding or popping from a worn outer CV joint
• ABS warning light concerns after axle replacement when the sensor ring is damaged or incorrect

Installation Notes

• Fits 2001-2005 Kia Rio, front right.
• Do not let the axle hang unsupported during service; this can damage the inner joint.
• Use a torque wrench for the spindle nut and tighten to the vehicle manufacturer’s specification.
• Do not reuse a prevailing-torque lock nut; install the supplied new spindle nut.
• Replace transaxle seals when servicing CV axle assemblies to help prevent leaks.
• Inspect ABS sensor wiring and the ring during installation to avoid speed signal issues.

Quality Assurance

Cardone applies extensive CV axle testing and engineering methods to help the assembly meet or exceed original equipment performance targets. Each shaft is checked for straightness to support smooth operation at speed, and the boot and grease system are built to help resist common causes of repeat failure.