TrakMotive MB-8016 CV Axle Shaft - Front Left

Mercedes-Benz E-Class Front Left CV Axle Shaft

TrakMotive MB-8016 is a new CV axle shaft for select Mercedes-Benz E320 and E430 front left applications. It is built with a neoprene boot, a 34-spline female inboard connection, and an Audi-style spline bolt outboard joint for a direct driveline replacement.

Key Features

• Fits 2000-2003 Mercedes-Benz E320, front left
• Fits 2000-2002 Mercedes-Benz E430, front left
• New CV axle shaft from TrakMotive
• Neoprene boot material for driveline protection
• 48-tooth toothed ABS ring with tone ring included
• 27 mm axle bolt hex size, M16 x 1.5 thread
• 34 inboard splines and 35 outboard splines
• Overall compressed length: 507 mm (19.96 in)

Detailed Description

The TrakMotive MB-8016 CV axle shaft is built for front left driveline service on Mercedes-Benz E320 and Mercedes-Benz E430 models listed above. This axle uses a female inboard shaft connection and an Audi-style spline bolt outboard connection, along with a toothed ABS ring and included tone ring for vehicles that rely on wheel speed signal input. TrakMotive identifies this part as a new replacement axle shaft, and the MB-8016 part number is also used in cross-reference listings for the same application.

TrakMotive’s CV Axle Shaft line focuses on replacement driveline components for passenger vehicles, with this application matched to the Mercedes-Benz E-Class platform. If you are searching for a front left Mercedes-Benz E320 CV axle shaft or a front left Mercedes-Benz E430 CV axle shaft, MB-8016 is the catalog reference to verify against your vehicle’s original axle dimensions and spline count.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Clicking or popping noises during turns from a worn CV joint
• Vibration or shudder from a damaged axle shaft
• Grease leakage from a torn or deteriorated boot
• ABS warning concerns related to a damaged tone ring or sensor signal path
• Excessive driveline play from worn spline engagement

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm front left fitment, axle length, spline counts, bolt size, and ABS ring details before installation. The axle nut is not included, so reuse or source the correct hardware separately as required by the vehicle service procedure. Inspect the hub, seals, and surrounding suspension components during replacement to help prevent repeat driveline noise or leakage.

Quality Assurance

TrakMotive states that this axle shaft is backed by a limited lifetime warranty. The manufacturer also notes ISO 9001:1007 and TS 16949:2009 certification, reflecting controlled production and quality management practices for this MB-8016 replacement axle shaft.