TrakMotive MB-8045 CV Axle Shaft - Front Left

Mercedes-Benz Front Left CV Axle Shaft

TrakMotive MB-8045 is a new CV axle shaft for select Mercedes-Benz front left applications, including C-Class and E-Class models with updated design requirements. It is built with a neoprene boot and spline-style connections to support driveline operation in the specified fitments.

Key Features

• New CV axle shaft for front left placement
• Neoprene boot material for durable joint protection
• Inboard joint type: male with spline connection
• Outboard joint type: Audi-style spline bolt with spline connection
• 34 inboard splines and 30 outboard splines
• Overall compressed length: 19.53 in. (496 mm)
• Axle bolt thread size: M16 x 1.5
• Axle bolt hex size: 21.6 mm
• No ABS tone ring included
• TrakMotive CV Axle Shaft line for direct driveline replacement applications

Detailed Description

The TrakMotive MB-8045 CV axle shaft is engineered for front left Mercedes-Benz driveline service where the original axle has worn splines, damaged joints, or boot failure. This part number is listed for 2008-2015 Mercedes-Benz C350, 2008-2014 Mercedes-Benz C300, 2010-2013 Mercedes-Benz C250, 2008-2009 Mercedes-Benz C230, 2012-2014 Mercedes-Benz E350, and 2015-2017 Mercedes-Benz E400 front left applications with updated design notes. TrakMotive identifies this axle as a new replacement part, and the brand notes ISO 9001:1007 and TS 16949:2009 certified manufacturing practices.

This part cross-references Cardone New 66-9306 for the same application. The MB-8045 is a direct-fit style replacement for Mercedes-Benz C350 front left CV axle shaft, Mercedes-Benz C300 front left CV axle shaft, and Mercedes-Benz E350 front left CV axle shaft applications listed in the fitment data.

What It Helps Address

• Clicking or popping during turns from worn CV joints
• Vibration or shudder from a damaged axle shaft
• Grease leakage from a torn or deteriorated boot
• Noise caused by spline wear or joint play
• Front left driveline failure on listed Mercedes-Benz models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify front left fitment by year, model, and updated design notes before installation. This axle uses a 21.6 mm axle bolt hex size and M16 x 1.5 axle bolt thread size, and no axle nut is included. The ABS tone ring is not included, and ABS axles fit non-ABS applications unless otherwise noted by the vehicle listing.

Quality Assurance

TrakMotive backs this CV axle shaft with a limited lifetime warranty. The MB-8045 is a new part built under ISO 9001:1007 and TS 16949:2009 certified company standards for controlled manufacturing and fitment consistency.