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TrakMotive GM-8206 CV Axle Shaft - Front Left or Front Right
| Brand | TrakMotive GM-8206 |
|---|---|
| Position | Front Left |
| Abs Tone Ring Included | No |
| Axle Nut Head Type | Hex |
| Axle Nut Height (in) | 6/7 |
| Axle Nut Height (mm) | 21.5 |
| Axle Nut Hex Size (in) | 1 3/7 |
| Axle Nut Hex Size (mm) | 36 |
| Axle Nut Included | Yes |
| Axle Nut Length (in) | 1 5/8 |
| Axle Nut Length (mm) | 41.5 |
| Axle Nut Locking Type | Self-Lock |
| Axle Nut Thread Size | M24*2 |
| Boot Material | Neoprene |
| Inboard Joint Type | Female |
| Inboard Shaft Connection Style | Female |
| New Or Remanufactured | New |
| Number Of Inboard Splines | 34 |
| Number Of Outboard Splines | 30 |
| Outboard Joint Type | Conventional |
| Outboard Shaft Connection Style | Conventional |
| Overall Compressed Length (in) | 21.61 |
| Overall Compressed Length (mm) | 549 |
| Product line | CV Axle Shaft |
| Fits | Chevrolet, Pontiac, Saturn, and Oldsmobile · 63 vehicles |
New CV axle shaft. Fresh replacement for driveline service.
Neoprene boot material. Helps resist wear in demanding conditions.
Axle nut included. Conveniently supplied for installation.
Cross-references Cardone New 66-1243, Cardone Reman 60-1411 and Dayco 72339 for the same application. See all 20.
CV Axle Shaft for GM-8206 Applications
TrakMotive GM-8206 is a new CV axle shaft for front-wheel-drive driveline repair on select Chevrolet Malibu, Pontiac G6, and Saturn Aura applications. It is built for front left and front right positions where the vehicle uses the listed spline and joint configuration.
Key Features
- New CV axle shaft for front axle service
- Fits front right and front left positions on listed applications
- Female inboard shaft connection with 34 inboard splines
- Conventional outboard joint with 30 outboard splines
- Neoprene boot material for the CV joint assembly
- Axle nut included with self-lock design, M24 x 2 thread, 36 mm hex
- No ABS tone ring included
- Overall compressed length: 21.61 in (549 mm)
Detailed Description
This TrakMotive CV axle shaft, part number GM-8206, is a direct replacement-style driveline component for select 2004-2010 Chevrolet Malibu, 2005-2010 Pontiac G6, 2007-2009 Saturn Aura, and 2004 Oldsmobile Alero front axle applications. The axle uses a female inboard connection, a conventional outboard joint, and the specified spline count to match the original driveline layout on supported vehicles. TrakMotive GM-8206 is manufactured as a new part and is backed by ISO 9001:1007 and TS 16949:2009 certified production standards.
This part cross-references Cardone New 66-1243 and Dayco 72339 for the same application. Search terms such as Chevrolet Malibu front axle shaft, Pontiac G6 front CV axle, and Saturn Aura front left CV axle shaft align with this fitment.
What This Part Helps Address
- Clicking or popping noises during turns from a worn CV joint
- Vibration or shudder under acceleration from a damaged axle shaft
- Grease leakage from a torn or deteriorated CV boot
- Excessive drivetrain play caused by worn axle splines or joints
- Front axle failure on listed Chevrolet Malibu, Pontiac G6, Saturn Aura, and Oldsmobile Alero applications
Installation Notes and Tips
- Verify front left or front right position before ordering.
- Confirm the vehicle uses the listed option codes and spline configuration.
- Check axle nut thread size, hex size, and locking style during installation.
- Inspect hub, bearing, and seal surfaces before installing the new axle.
- Because ABS tone ring is not included, confirm the vehicle does not require one on this application.
Quality Assurance
TrakMotive GM-8206 is a new CV axle shaft produced by an ISO 9001:1007 and TS 16949:2009 certified company. It includes a limited lifetime warranty.
| Year | Make | Model | Submodel | # Doors | Transmission | Liters | Cylinders | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Chevrolet | Malibu | — | — | Automatic | 3.5L | V6 | Front Right | Opt. MN5; CV Axle Shaft |
| 2010 | Chevrolet | Malibu | — | — | Automatic | 3.5L | V6 | Front Left | Opt. MN5; CV Axle Shaft |
| 2010 | Chevrolet | Malibu | — | — | — | 2.4L | L4 | Front Right | Opt. MN5; Opt. ME7; CV Axle Shaft |
| 2010 | Chevrolet | Malibu | — | — | — | 2.4L | L4 | Front Left | Opt. MN5; Opt. ME7; CV Axle Shaft |
| 2010 | Pontiac | G6 | — | — | Automatic | 3.5L | V6 | Front Right | Opt. MN5; CV Axle Shaft |
| 2010 | Pontiac | G6 | — | — | Automatic | 3.5L | V6 | Front Left | Opt. MN5; CV Axle Shaft |
| 2010 | Pontiac | G6 | — | — | — | 2.4L | L4 | Front Right | Opt. MN5; CV Axle Shaft |
| 2010 | Pontiac | G6 | — | — | — | 2.4L | L4 | Front Left | Opt. MN5; CV Axle Shaft |
| 2009 | Chevrolet | Malibu | — | — | Automatic | 3.5L | V6 | Front Right | Opt. MN5; CV Axle Shaft |
| 2009 | Chevrolet | Malibu | — | — | Automatic | 3.5L | V6 | Front Left | Opt. MN5; CV Axle Shaft |
| 2009 | Chevrolet | Malibu | — | — | — | 2.4L | L4 | Front Right | Opt. MN5; Opt. ME7; CV Axle Shaft |
| 2009 | Chevrolet | Malibu | — | — | — | 2.4L | L4 | Front Left | Opt. MN5; Opt. ME7; CV Axle Shaft |
| 2009 | Pontiac | G6 | — | 2 Door | — | 3.9L | V6 | Front Left | Opt. MN5; CV Axle Shaft |
| 2009 | Pontiac | G6 | — | — | Automatic | 3.5L | V6 | Front Right | Opt. MN5; CV Axle Shaft |
| 2009 | Pontiac | G6 | — | — | Automatic | 3.5L | V6 | Front Left | Opt. MN5; CV Axle Shaft |
| 2009 | Pontiac | G6 | — | — | — | 2.4L | L4 | Front Right | Opt. MN5; CV Axle Shaft |
| 2009 | Pontiac | G6 | — | — | — | 2.4L | L4 | Front Left | Opt. MN5; CV Axle Shaft |
| 2009 | Saturn | Aura | — | — | — | 2.4L | L4 | Front Right | CV Axle Shaft |
| 2009 | Saturn | Aura | — | — | — | 2.4L | L4 | Front Left | CV Axle Shaft |
| 2008 | Chevrolet | Malibu | — | — | Automatic | — | — | Front Right | Classic Style; Opt. MN5; CV Axle Shaft |
| 2008 | Chevrolet | Malibu | — | — | Automatic | — | — | Front Left | Classic Style; Opt. MN5; CV Axle Shaft |
| 2008 | Chevrolet | Malibu | — | — | Automatic | — | — | Front Right | New Style; Opt MN5; CV Axle Shaft |
| 2008 | Chevrolet | Malibu | — | — | Automatic | — | — | Front Right | Opt. ME7; New Style; CV Axle Shaft |
| 2008 | Chevrolet | Malibu | — | — | Automatic | — | — | Front Left | New Style; Opt MN5; CV Axle Shaft |
| 2008 | Chevrolet | Malibu | — | — | Automatic | — | — | Front Left | Opt. ME7; New Style; CV Axle Shaft |
| 2008 | Pontiac | G6 | — | — | — | 2.4L | L4 | Front Right | Opt. MN5; CV Axle Shaft |
| 2008 | Pontiac | G6 | — | — | — | 2.4L | L4 | Front Left | Opt. MN5; CV Axle Shaft |
| 2008 | Saturn | Aura | — | — | — | 2.4L | L4 | Front Right | CV Axle Shaft |
| 2008 | Saturn | Aura | — | — | — | 2.4L | L4 | Front Left | CV Axle Shaft |
| 2007 | Chevrolet | Malibu | — | — | — | 3.5L | V6 | Front Right | Opt. MN5; CV Axle Shaft |
| 2007 | Chevrolet | Malibu | — | — | — | 3.5L | V6 | Front Left | Opt. MN5; CV Axle Shaft |
| 2007 | Chevrolet | Malibu | — | — | — | 3.5L | V6 | Front Right | CV Axle Shaft |
| 2007 | Chevrolet | Malibu | — | — | — | 3.5L | V6 | Front Left | CV Axle Shaft |
| 2007 | Chevrolet | Malibu | — | — | — | 2.2L | L4 | Front Right | Opt. MN5; CV Axle Shaft |
| 2007 | Chevrolet | Malibu | — | — | — | 2.2L | L4 | Front Left | Opt. MN5; CV Axle Shaft |
| 2007 | Pontiac | G6 | — | — | Automatic | 3.5L | V6 | Front Right | Opt. MN5; CV Axle Shaft |
| 2007 | Pontiac | G6 | — | — | Automatic | 3.5L | V6 | Front Left | Opt. MN5; CV Axle Shaft |
| 2007 | Pontiac | G6 | — | — | Automatic | 2.4L | L4 | Front Right | Opt. MN5; CV Axle Shaft |
| 2007 | Pontiac | G6 | — | — | Automatic | 2.4L | L4 | Front Left | Opt. MN5; CV Axle Shaft |
| 2007 | Saturn | Aura | — | — | — | 3.5L | V6 | Front Right | CV Axle Shaft |
| 2007 | Saturn | Aura | — | — | — | 3.5L | V6 | Front Left | CV Axle Shaft |
| 2007 | Saturn | Aura | — | — | — | 2.4L | L4 | Front Right | CV Axle Shaft |
| 2007 | Saturn | Aura | — | — | — | 2.4L | L4 | Front Left | CV Axle Shaft |
| 2006 | Chevrolet | Malibu | — | — | — | 3.5L | V6 | Front Right | CV Axle Shaft |
| 2006 | Chevrolet | Malibu | — | — | — | 3.5L | V6 | Front Left | CV Axle Shaft |
| 2006 | Chevrolet | Malibu | — | — | — | 2.2L | L4 | Front Right | CV Axle Shaft |
| 2006 | Chevrolet | Malibu | — | — | — | 2.2L | L4 | Front Left | CV Axle Shaft |
| 2006 | Pontiac | G6 | — | — | — | 3.5L | V6 | Front Right | CV Axle Shaft |
| 2006 | Pontiac | G6 | — | — | — | 3.5L | V6 | Front Left | CV Axle Shaft |
| 2006 | Pontiac | G6 | — | — | — | 2.4L | L4 | Front Right | CV Axle Shaft |
| 2006 | Pontiac | G6 | — | — | — | 2.4L | L4 | Front Left | CV Axle Shaft |
| 2005 | Chevrolet | Malibu | LS | — | — | 3.5L | V6 | Front Right | Opt. MN5; CV Axle Shaft |
| 2005 | Chevrolet | Malibu | LS | — | — | 3.5L | V6 | Front Left | Opt. MN5; CV Axle Shaft |
| 2005 | Chevrolet | Malibu | Base | — | — | 2.2L | L4 | Front Right | VIN Z (4th digit) New Style; CV Axle Shaft |
| 2005 | Chevrolet | Malibu | Base | — | — | 2.2L | L4 | Front Left | VIN Z (4th digit) New Style; CV Axle Shaft |
| 2005 | Pontiac | G6 | — | — | — | — | — | Front Right | CV Axle Shaft |
| 2005 | Pontiac | G6 | — | — | — | — | — | Front Left | CV Axle Shaft |
| 2004 | Chevrolet | Malibu | LT | — | — | 3.5L | V6 | Front Right | New Style; CV Axle Shaft |
| 2004 | Chevrolet | Malibu | LT | — | — | 3.5L | V6 | Front Left | New Style; CV Axle Shaft |
| 2004 | Chevrolet | Malibu | Base | — | — | 2.2L | L4 | Front Right | New Style; CV Axle Shaft |
| 2004 | Chevrolet | Malibu | Base | — | — | 2.2L | L4 | Front Left | New Style; CV Axle Shaft |
| 2004 | Oldsmobile | Alero | — | — | Automatic | 2.2L | L4 | Front Right | CV Axle Shaft |
| 2004 | Oldsmobile | Alero | — | — | Automatic | 2.2L | L4 | Front Left | CV Axle Shaft |
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