TrakMotive FD-8007 CV Axle Shaft - Front Left

CV Axle Shaft for Mazda Protege and Ford Escort

TrakMotive FD-8007 is a new front left CV axle shaft built for specific Mazda, Ford, and Mercury applications. It is listed for 1990-2003 Mazda Protege, 1994-2002 Ford Escort, 1994-1999 Mercury Tracer, and 2002-2003 Mazda Protege5 fitments, with application notes for non-ABS and ABS-equipped vehicles where noted.

Key Features

• Brand: TrakMotive CV Axle Shaft, part number FD-8007
• New axle assembly with 24.02 in. overall compressed length
• Front left position for listed Protege, Protege5, Escort, and Tracer applications
• 26 inboard splines and 26 outboard splines
• Male inboard shaft connection with conventional outboard joint type
• Neoprene boot material for driveline protection
• ABS tone ring included with 44-tooth toothed ring
• Axle nut included: M22 x 1.5 thread, 31.8 mm hex size, stake locking type

Product Details

TrakMotive FD-8007 is a direct-fit CV axle shaft for front left driveline service on select Mazda Protege and Protege5, Ford Escort, and Mercury Tracer models. The axle is configured with a male inboard connection, conventional outboard joint, and matching 26-spline ends for the listed applications. It also includes an ABS tone ring with 44 teeth, while the manufacturer notes that ABS axles fit non-ABS applications unless otherwise noted. TrakMotive identifies this axle as a new component from an ISO 9001:1007 and TS 16949:2009 certified company.

This part cross-references Cardone New 66-2040 and WAI 8251N for the same application.

Common Replacement Uses

• Front left axle replacement for worn or noisy Mazda Protege driveline service
• Repair for clicking or vibration during turns on Ford Escort front axle applications
• Replacement for damaged CV boots or joint wear on Mercury Tracer front left shafts
• Service solution for axle spline mismatch or failed axle nut retention on listed vehicles
• Fitment-specific replacement for 1999-2003 Mazda Protege and 2002-2003 Mazda Protege5 front left applications

Installation Notes

Verify the vehicle’s year, make, model, and front left position before installation. Confirm ABS and non-ABS configuration, axle nut thread size, and spline count against the original part. The included axle nut uses an M22 x 1.5 thread with a stake-style locking design, so follow the vehicle service procedure for proper torque and staking. For 1994-2002 Ford Escort and 1994-1999 Mercury Tracer applications, confirm the listed fitment notes before ordering.

Quality Assurance

TrakMotive backs this CV axle shaft with a limited lifetime warranty. The manufacturer also states that its products are produced by an ISO 9001:1007 and TS 16949:2009 certified company.