CARDONE New 66-2194 rear right CV axle for the 2002-2010 Ford Explorer and other vehicles carries drive torque to the wheel as the suspension moves.
- Neoprene boots with additional bellows, when needed, to resist bellow stress and ozone cracking
- Shaft individually verified for straightness, for vibration-free performance at all speeds
- Measurements validated after assembly to confirm proper fit
- Boot clamps pneumatically crimped to seal the boot to the housing
- Grease that withstands high temperature and high torque
- Precision-rolled splines and threads for fit in the mating hub and the axle nut
Quick facts
- Part: CARDONE New 66-2194 CV axle
- Also called: CV axle assembly
- Fits: 2002-2010 Ford Explorer and other vehicles
- Position: rear right
- Material: steel shaft, neoprene boots
- Condition: New
Clicking or snapping on a hard turn under power, or a thump and vibration when you accelerate, can mean the CV axle is worn, though a broken engine mount can be behind the thump and a damaged wheel speed sensor or its wiring can be behind an ABS light that appears after an axle replacement.
Fits
The vehicles it fits include the 2002-2010 Ford Explorer, the 2007-2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac and the 2002-2010 Mercury Mountaineer. Open the "Vehicles it fits" section to check your exact model and engine. The vehicle takes one axle at each rear wheel; this listing is the rear right, and the rear left is ordered separately.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Position: rear right
- Quantity per application: 1
- Shaft diameter: 29 mm (1.142 in)
- Compressed length: 838.2 mm (33 in)
- Inboard splines: 31
- Outboard splines: 29
- Axle nut: hex, M24x2.0 thread, 22 mm (0.866 in) long, 36 mm (1.417 in) socket
Build and materials
- Condition: New
- Shaft material: steel
- Boot: neoprene, 4 ribs
- Inboard and outboard joint type: splined
- ABS tone ring: included, toothed, 54 teeth
- Country of origin: China
In the box
One complete CV axle with both CV joints, a new axle retaining nut and an instruction sheet.
Installation notes
- Remove and install one CV axle at a time.
- Tighten the axle nut with a torque wrench to the manufacturer's specification; never use an impact wrench.
- A prevailing torque lock nut is never reused: discard the old nut and fit the new one.
- Use a press-type tool to free a stuck stub shaft; never strike it with a hammer.
Interchange: 2L2Z4K138BA · 6L2Z4K138A · 6L2Z4K138B · 7L2Z4K138A
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
2L2Z4K138BA, 6L2Z4K138A, 6L2Z4K138B, 7L2Z4K138A
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a 2002-2010 Ford Explorer CV axle for the rear right side?
Yes. CARDONE New 66-2194 is the rear right CV axle for the 2002-2010 Ford Explorer. If your car is another model or has a different engine, look it up in the "Vehicles it fits" section.
Is this 2002-2010 Ford Explorer CV axle replacement also right for the 2002-2010 Mercury Mountaineer?
Yes. This rear right CV axle also fits the 2002-2010 Mercury Mountaineer and the 2007-2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac.
Does this CV axle assembly come with a new axle nut?
Yes. CARDONE New 66-2194 comes with a new hex axle nut (M24x2.0 thread) and an instruction sheet. The CV joints and the toothed ABS tone ring are part of the axle.
How many teeth does the ABS tone ring on this axle have?
The included toothed ABS tone ring has 54 teeth.
Can I let this CV axle hang while I work on the car?
No. Never let the axle hang unsupported, since that can separate the axle and damage the inner joint.
