TrakMotive TO-8218 CV Axle Shaft - Front Right

TrakMotive TO-8218 CV Axle Shaft

The TrakMotive TO-8218 CV axle shaft is a new front right driveline replacement for select Toyota Highlander and Lexus RX400h applications. It is built with a neoprene boot, a toothed ABS tone ring, and a supplied axle nut to match the listed fitment.

Key Features

• Brand: TrakMotive CV Axle Shaft
• Part number: TO-8218
• Front right position
• New axle shaft assembly
• ABS tone ring included with 48-tooth toothed ring
• Neoprene boot material
• Inboard joint type: male
• Outboard joint type: conventional
• Axle nut included, M22 x 1.5 thread, 32 mm hex
• Overall compressed length: 38.58 in. (980 mm)

Product Details

This CV axle shaft is specified for 2006-2008 Lexus RX400h front right and 2006-2007 Toyota Highlander front right, including hybrid fuel Highlander applications. The TO-8218 uses 24 inboard splines and 30 outboard splines, with a male inboard shaft connection and conventional outboard connection for the listed vehicles. TrakMotive identifies this axle as a new replacement component, and the ABS tone ring is included for vehicles that use wheel speed sensing at the axle.

TrakMotive’s CV Axle Shaft line focuses on direct-fit driveline replacement parts for passenger vehicles and light-duty applications. For shoppers searching for a Toyota Highlander front right CV axle shaft or a Lexus RX400h front right axle replacement, TO-8218 provides the listed dimensions and connection styles needed for the confirmed applications.

This part cross-references Cardone New 66-5258 and Four Seasons 5309N for the same application.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Clicking or popping during turns from a worn CV joint
• Vibration under acceleration caused by axle wear
• Grease leakage from a damaged axle boot
• ABS warning concerns related to a failed tone ring or sensor input
• Driveline noise from excessive axle play

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify front right fitment by year, model, and drivetrain configuration before installation. Confirm spline counts, axle nut thread size, and overall compressed length against the removed shaft. Inspect the hub, seals, and surrounding suspension components for wear before installing the new axle shaft, and torque the supplied axle nut to the vehicle manufacturer’s specification.

Quality Assurance

TrakMotive states that this CV axle shaft is backed by a limited lifetime warranty. The company also notes ISO 9001:1007 and TS 16949:2009 certification, reflecting documented manufacturing and quality management standards.