TrakMotive FD-8003 CV Axle Shaft - Front Left

CV Axle Shaft for Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable

TrakMotive FD-8003 is a new CV axle shaft for front left applications on select Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln vehicles. It is built with a neoprene boot, a toothed ABS tone ring, and a self-lock axle nut to support direct replacement service on the listed fitments.

Key Features

• Brand: TrakMotive CV Axle Shaft
• Part number: FD-8003
• New axle shaft assembly
• Front left position
• 35 inboard splines and 26 outboard splines
• Female inboard joint and conventional outboard joint
• Neoprene boot material
• ABS tone ring included with 50 teeth
• Axle nut included with M20 x 1.5 thread, 29.4 mm hex size, and self-lock design
• Overall compressed length: 21.73 in. (552 mm)

Detailed Description

TrakMotive FD-8003 is a CV axle shaft for front left driveline service on 1986-2007 Ford Taurus, 1986-2005 Mercury Sable, and 1988-1994 Lincoln Continental applications listed in the fitment data. This axle shaft uses a female inboard connection, a conventional outboard connection, and a toothed ABS ring with 50 teeth for vehicles equipped with ABS-related tone ring requirements. The included axle nut and the 21.73-inch compressed length help match the specified OE-style dimensions for the application. This part cross-references Cardone New 66-2008 for the same application.

For buyers searching for a Ford Taurus front left CV axle shaft, Mercury Sable CV axle replacement, or Lincoln Continental driveline repair part, FD-8003 provides a direct-fit option for the confirmed vehicle list. The TrakMotive FD-8003 part number is also useful when matching replacement driveline components by reference number.

What It Helps Fix

• Clicking or popping during turns from a worn CV joint
• Vibration or shudder during acceleration
• Grease leakage from a damaged axle boot
• Noise from a worn front left axle assembly
• ABS tone ring-related replacement needs on listed applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the front left position, spline counts, compressed length, and axle nut thread size before installation. Confirm whether the vehicle uses ABS and compare the tone ring configuration to the removed part. Inspect seals, hub condition, and surrounding suspension components during replacement to help avoid repeat labor. Always follow the vehicle service manual for torque specifications and final checks.

Quality Assurance

TrakMotive states this CV axle shaft is a new part and backs it with a limited lifetime warranty. The manufacturer also notes ISO 9001:1007 and TS 16949:2009 certification, supporting controlled production and quality management for the FD-8003 application.