TrakMotive FD-8033 CV Axle Shaft - Front Left

TrakMotive FD-8033 CV Axle Shaft

TrakMotive FD-8033 is a new front left CV axle shaft for select Ford Contour, Mercury Cougar, and Mercury Mystique applications. Built for direct replacement service, it matches the listed spline counts, compressed length, and ABS tone ring details needed for the specified vehicles.

Key Features

• Front left CV axle shaft for 1995-2000 Ford Contour, 1995-2000 Mercury Mystique, and 1999-2002 Mercury Cougar
• New construction with a 26.1 in. overall compressed length
• 35 inboard splines and 27 outboard splines
• Male inboard joint with conventional outboard joint design
• Neoprene boot material for driveline protection
• ABS tone ring included with 44-tooth toothed ring
• Axle nut included: M22 x 1.5 thread, 32 mm hex, self-locking type
• TrakMotive FD-8033 cross-references Anchor 9331 and Cardone New 66-2051 for the same application

Product Details

This TrakMotive CV axle shaft is engineered for the front left position on the Ford Contour, Mercury Mystique, and Mercury Cougar applications listed above. The axle uses a male inboard shaft connection, a conventional outboard connection, and a neoprene boot to help maintain joint protection in daily driving conditions. The included ABS tone ring and 44-tooth toothed ring support vehicles equipped with ABS, while the manufacturer notes that ABS axles fit non-ABS applications unless otherwise noted. TrakMotive FD-8033 is manufactured by an ISO 9001:1007 and TS 16949:2009 certified company.

Common Repair Uses

• Restoring driveline operation after a worn or noisy CV joint
• Addressing clicking or popping during turns
• Replacing a damaged axle shaft boot or contaminated joint
• Correcting vibration or shudder from a worn front axle assembly
• Replacing a front left axle on a Ford Contour, Mercury Mystique, or Mercury Cougar

Installation Notes

Verify spline count, compressed length, axle nut thread size, and ABS tone ring details before installation. Confirm front left fitment for the exact year and model, and inspect related hub, bearing, and suspension components during service. Use the included axle nut when specified by the vehicle application and follow factory torque procedures.

Quality Assurance

TrakMotive FD-8033 is a new CV axle shaft backed by a limited lifetime warranty. The manufacturer states that its products are produced under ISO 9001:1007 and TS 16949:2009 certified quality systems.