TrakMotive GM-8049 CV Axle Shaft - Front Left or Front Right

CV Axle Shaft for Cavalier and Sunfire

TrakMotive GM-8049 is a new CV axle shaft for front left and front right applications on select Chevrolet Cavalier and Pontiac Sunfire models. It is built with a neoprene boot, a toothed ABS ring with 48 teeth, and a supplied axle nut for a direct replacement on the listed vehicles.

Key Features

• Brand: TrakMotive CV Axle Shaft
• Part number: GM-8049
• New axle shaft with 20.79 in. overall compressed length
• Inboard joint type: female
• Outboard joint type: conventional
• 34 inboard splines and 33 outboard splines
• Neoprene boot material for driveline protection
• ABS tone ring included; 48-tooth toothed ring
• Axle nut included: M20 x 1.5, self-locking, hex head

Product Details

This TrakMotive CV axle shaft is built for front-wheel-drive driveline service on 1995-2005 Chevrolet Cavalier and 1995-2005 Pontiac Sunfire applications. The GM-8049 uses a female inboard connection, a conventional outboard connection, and the specified spline counts to match the listed fitments. TrakMotive identifies this axle as a new part and notes that ABS axles fit non-ABS applications unless otherwise noted, which is useful when matching the correct replacement for the vehicle configuration.

This part cross-references Cardone New 66-1323 and Dorman - HELP 92585 for the same application. It is also listed under TrakMotive GM-8049 for catalog matching and service lookup.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Clicking or popping noises during turns from a worn CV joint
• Vibration or shudder during acceleration caused by axle wear
• Torn boot conditions that can lead to grease loss and joint contamination
• Excessive driveline play from a damaged or fatigued axle shaft
• ABS-related replacement needs when the tone ring and tooth count must match the vehicle

Installation Notes and Tips

• Verify front left or front right placement before ordering.
• Confirm spline count, axle nut thread size, and compressed length against the original shaft.
• Inspect hub, bearing, and seal condition during replacement to avoid repeat driveline noise.
• Use the supplied axle nut only if it matches the vehicle’s thread and hex specifications.
• Check ABS sensor and tone ring alignment after installation on ABS-equipped vehicles.

Quality Assurance

TrakMotive backs this 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, supporting consistent manufacturing control for driveline replacement parts.