TrakMotive FD-8216 CV Axle Shaft - Rear Left

TrakMotive FD-8216 CV Axle Shaft

TrakMotive FD-8216 is a new rear left CV axle shaft for select Ford Thunderbird and Lincoln LS applications. It is built with a neoprene boot, 28 inboard splines, 28 outboard splines, and an included axle nut and ABS tone ring for a direct replacement on the listed vehicles.

Key Features

• Part number: FD-8216
• Brand line: CV Axle Shaft
• New axle shaft assembly
• Rear left position
• 28-spline inboard and 28-spline outboard connection
• Neoprene boot material
• ABS tone ring included; 46-tooth toothed ring
• Axle nut included: M24 x 2 thread, 36 mm hex, self-locking type
• Overall compressed length: 31.18 in. (792 mm)

Product Details

This TrakMotive CV axle shaft is engineered for rear left driveline service on 2003-2005 Ford Thunderbird and 2003-2006 Lincoln LS models. The male inboard shaft connection and conventional outboard joint style match the listed applications, while the included ABS tone ring supports vehicles equipped with wheel speed sensing requirements. TrakMotive FD-8216 is a direct-fit driveline replacement for owners searching for a rear left CV axle shaft for Ford Thunderbird or Lincoln LS, and it cross-references Dayco 71240 for the same application.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Clicking or popping from a worn CV joint
• Vibration during acceleration from a damaged axle shaft
• Torn or deteriorated axle boot contamination
• ABS warning concerns related to a damaged tone ring
• Excessive driveline play at the rear left axle position

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rear left fitment by year, make, and model before installation. Confirm axle nut thread size, spline count, and ABS ring requirements against the original part. Inspect the hub, seals, and surrounding suspension components during replacement to help prevent repeat driveline noise or leakage. Torque the included axle nut to the vehicle manufacturer’s specification.

Quality Assurance

TrakMotive lists this CV axle shaft as a new replacement part and notes ISO 9001:1007 and TS 16949:2009 certified manufacturing. The manufacturer also backs FD-8216 with a limited lifetime warranty.

Compatible Vehicles

• Fits 2003-2006 Lincoln LS, rear left.
• Fits 2003-2005 Ford Thunderbird, rear left.