{"product_id":"trakmotive-ka-86081-cv-axle-shaft-front-left","title":"TrakMotive KA-86081 CV Axle Shaft - Front Left","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eTrakMotive KA-86081 is a CV axle shaft for a specific front-left application on the 2023 Kia Sportage. It is built as part of the AAR CV Axle Shaft line and includes an axle nut for service-ready replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2023 Kia Sportage, front left, Korea built.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium-grade CV axle shaft with neoprene boots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e27 inboard splines and 30 outboard splines for the listed application.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABS tone ring is not included for non-ABS use unless otherwise noted.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes a hex axle nut with M24x1.5 thread size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eTrakMotive KA-86081 is a replacement CV axle shaft engineered for the 2023 Kia Sportage front-left position. The axle uses a conventional outboard joint, a male inboard joint, and spline connections at the inboard side for the specified fitment. Neoprene boot material helps protect the joints, while the listed compressed and extended lengths support correct axle geometry for the application. This part cross-references TrakMotive KA-86081 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe AAR CV Axle Shaft line is positioned as a premium replacement option within TrakMotive driveline components. For buyers searching for a Kia Sportage CV axle shaft, Kia Sportage front left axle shaft, or KA-86081 CV axle replacement, this part matches the published fitment and construction details.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Issues Addressed\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClicking or popping from a worn CV joint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVibration during acceleration from a damaged axle shaft.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTorn boots that expose the joint to contamination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAxle noise caused by spline or joint wear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoss of driveline smoothness in the listed application.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify the vehicle is a 2023 Kia Sportage, Korea built, with the front-left configuration before installation. Confirm axle nut thread size, hex size, and overall length against the removed part to ensure proper match. The axle nut is included; follow factory service procedures for torque and staking requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eTrakMotive lists a limited lifetime warranty for this part. The manufacturer also states ISO 9001:2008 and TS 16949:2009 certification, supporting controlled production standards for driveline components.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TrakMotive","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53526584000693,"sku":"GNDX-KA-86081","price":121.54,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/SA_KA86081_FRO.jpg?v=1792043302","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/trakmotive-ka-86081-cv-axle-shaft-front-left","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}