TrakMotive FD-8021 CV Axle Shaft - Front Left

Front Left CV Axle Shaft for Ford and Mazda

TrakMotive FD-8021 is a new front left CV axle shaft for select Ford, Mazda, and Mercury applications. It is built for vehicles that need a direct replacement axle with the correct spline count, compressed length, and axle nut specifications for service work on the front driveline.

This CV axle shaft fits 1995-2005 Ford Explorer, 2000-2002 Ford Ranger, 2001-2002 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, 2001-2002 Ford Explorer Sport, 1997-2001 Mercury Mountaineer, 2001-2005 Mazda B4000, and 2001-2002 Mazda B3000 front left applications. TrakMotive FD-8021 is also listed with cross-reference coverage for common replacement part numbers in the same application.

Key Features

• Brand: TrakMotive CV Axle Shaft
• Part number: FD-8021
• New axle shaft assembly
• Front left position
• 27 inboard splines and 27 outboard splines
• Overall compressed length: 23.23 in. (590 mm)
• Male inboard shaft connection style
• Conventional outboard joint type and shaft connection style
• Neoprene boot material
• Axle nut included with self-lock design, M22 x 1.5 thread, 32 mm hex size
• No ABS tone ring included

Product Details

TrakMotive FD-8021 is a CV axle shaft for front left driveline service on Ford Explorer, Ford Ranger, Ford Explorer Sport Trac, Ford Explorer Sport, Mercury Mountaineer, Mazda B4000, and Mazda B3000 models listed in the fitment data. The axle uses a male inboard connection, a conventional outboard joint, and a neoprene boot to support replacement of worn or damaged front axle assemblies. The specified compressed length, spline counts, and axle nut dimensions help match the original application requirements for a proper service repair. This part cross-references Cardone New 66-2101 and Cardone Reman 60-2101 for the same application.

Common Repair Uses

• Front axle clicking or popping during turns
• Vibration from a worn CV joint
• Grease leakage from a damaged boot
• Excessive play in the front left axle assembly
• Replacement after axle shaft wear or joint failure

Installation Notes

Verify front left fitment by year, model, and any listed production notes before installation. Confirm the axle nut thread size, hex size, and overall compressed length against the original part. ABS axles fit non-ABS applications unless otherwise noted, and this axle does not include an ABS tone ring. Use the vehicle-specific service procedure and torque specifications during installation.

Quality Assurance

TrakMotive lists ISO 9001:1007 and TS 16949:2009 certification for its manufacturing process. FD-8021 is backed by a limited lifetime warranty.