TrakMotive HY-8226 CV Axle Shaft - Front Left

CV Axle Shaft for Hyundai Sonata and Kia Optima

TrakMotive HY-8226 is a new CV axle shaft for front left applications on select Hyundai Sonata and Kia Optima models. It is built with a neoprene boot, included axle nut, and ABS tone ring to support direct replacement needs for the listed vehicles.

Key Features

• TrakMotive CV Axle Shaft, part number HY-8226
• Fits 2011-2015 Hyundai Sonata, front left, VIN 4 (8th Digit)
• Fits 2011-2013 Kia Optima, front left
• Fits 2014-2016 Kia Optima, front left, VIN D (8th Digit)
• New axle assembly with 28 inboard splines and 27 outboard splines
• Neoprene boot material for driveline service use
• ABS tone ring included; 48-tooth toothed ring
• Axle nut included with M22 x 1.5 thread, 32 mm hex size, stake lock type
• Overall compressed length: 25.2 in (640 mm)

Detailed Description

HY-8226 is a TrakMotive CV axle shaft for the front left side of select Hyundai Sonata and Kia Optima vehicles. This axle uses a conventional outboard joint, a male inboard joint, and a male inboard shaft connection style. The assembly measures 25.2 inches compressed and includes ABS hardware with a 48-tooth toothed tone ring for applications that require wheel speed signal support. TrakMotive HY-8226 is a direct-fit driveline replacement for the listed Sonata and Optima configurations, and it cross-references Hyundai/Kia OE-style numbers such as 5004R200 and 495004R200 for the same application.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Clicking or popping during turns caused by worn CV joints
• Vibration or shudder from a damaged axle shaft
• Torn or deteriorated axle boot conditions
• Grease leakage from a failing driveline assembly
• ABS warning concerns related to a worn or missing tone ring

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the vehicle’s VIN digit, model year, and front left position before ordering. Match the axle nut thread size, spline counts, and ABS tone ring configuration to the original part. Inspect seals, hub components, and surrounding suspension hardware during installation, and torque fasteners to the vehicle manufacturer’s specifications.

Quality Assurance

TrakMotive manufactures this CV axle shaft as a new replacement part and states ISO 9001:1007 and TS 16949:2009 certification. The HY-8226 is backed by a limited lifetime warranty.