TrakMotive GM-8159 CV Axle Shaft - Front Right

CV Axle Shaft for Front Right Applications

TrakMotive GM-8159 is a new CV axle shaft for front right driveline service on select Chevrolet, Pontiac, Buick, and Saturn vehicles. It is built with a neoprene boot, a male inboard connection, and a conventional outboard joint for direct replacement use on listed applications.

This CV axle shaft includes a self-locking axle nut and is backed by TrakMotive’s limited lifetime warranty. It is manufactured by an ISO 9001:1007 and TS 16949:2009 certified company, with ABS axle fitment noted to work in non-ABS applications unless otherwise specified.

Key Features

• Part number GM-8159 CV axle shaft
• Front right position for listed vehicles
• New construction with neoprene boot material
• Male inboard shaft connection and conventional outboard shaft connection
• 34 inboard splines and 33 outboard splines
• Overall compressed length: 25.63 in. (651 mm)
• Axle nut included with M27 x 2 thread size and self-locking design
• ABS tone ring not included

Detailed Description

TrakMotive GM-8159 is a replacement CV axle shaft engineered for front right service on 2001-2005 Pontiac Aztek, 2002-2007 Buick Rendezvous, 2005-2007 Buick Terraza, 2005-2007 Saturn Relay, and 2005-2009 Chevrolet Uplander and Pontiac Montana models. The axle uses a male inboard shaft connection, a conventional outboard joint, and a 25.63-inch compressed length to match the listed driveline configuration. If you are searching for a front right CV axle shaft for a 2005-2009 Chevrolet Uplander or a 2002-2007 Buick Rendezvous, GM-8159 is the direct part number to reference.

This part cross-references Cardone New 66-1445 and Gates 70591 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Clicking or popping during turns from a worn outer CV joint
• Vibration or shudder caused by a damaged axle shaft
• Torn or deteriorated axle boot conditions
• Loss of driveline smoothness at the front right wheel
• Replacement needs after spline, joint, or shaft wear

Installation Notes and Tips

• Verify front right fitment against the vehicle’s year, make, model, and drivetrain configuration before installation.
• Confirm spline counts, axle nut thread size, and compressed length match the removed shaft.
• ABS axles fit non-ABS applications unless otherwise noted; this axle does not include an ABS tone ring.
• Use the included axle nut and follow the vehicle manufacturer’s torque specifications during installation.
• Inspect related suspension and hub components for wear before completing the repair.

Quality Assurance

TrakMotive GM-8159 is a new CV axle shaft from an ISO 9001:1007 and TS 16949:2009 certified company. It is covered by a limited lifetime warranty.