CARDONE New 66-8126 front right CV axle for the 2003-2009 Kia Sorento passes drive torque from the transmission to the wheel hub. This CV axle assembly includes its CV joints and was engineered around the reasons original axles fail.
- Neoprene boots with additional bellows where needed, to resist bellow stress and ozone cracking
- Each shaft is individually verified for straightness, for vibration-free performance at all speeds
- Axle measurements are validated after assembly to confirm a proper fit
- Boot clamps are pneumatically crimped to seal the boot to the housing
- Grease that withstands high-temperature and high-torque demands
- Precision-rolled splines and threads for a proper fit in the hub, transmission and axle nut
Quick facts
- Part: CARDONE New 66-8126 CV axle
- Also called: CV axle assembly
- Fits: 2003-2009 Kia Sorento
- Position: Front right
- Material: Steel shaft, neoprene boots
- Condition: New
Clicking or snapping on a hard turn, a thump or vibration under throttle, or grease on the chassis can mean this axle is worn, though a broken engine mount or a worn hub bearing can be behind some of them.
Fits
This is a direct-fit replacement for the 2003-2009 Kia Sorento. Each side takes one axle. This listing is a single front right piece, the left side is a separate part, and both sides are normally replaced together.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Position: front right
- Quantity per side: 1
- Shaft diameter: 27 mm (1.063 in)
- Compressed length: 566.74 mm (22.312 in)
- Inboard and outboard joints: splined, 28 splines each
- Axle nut: hex, M22x1.5 thread, 21 mm long, 32 mm socket
Build and materials
- Shaft material: steel
- Boot material: neoprene, 3 ribs
- CV joints: included
- ABS tone ring: not included
- Condition: new
- Country of origin: China
In the box
One complete CV axle with its CV joints, a new axle retaining nut and an instruction sheet.
Installation notes
- The original retaining nut is likely worn or stripped, so the supplied nut goes on instead.
- Tighten the retaining nut with a torque wrench to the manufacturer's specification, never with an impact wrench.
- Remove and install one axle at a time.
- Install new transaxle seals when replacing the axle.
Interchange: 495003E110 · 495003E111
Frequently Asked Questions
Does CARDONE New 66-8126 fit the 2003-2009 Kia Sorento?
Yes. CARDONE New 66-8126 is the front right CV axle for the 2003-2009 Kia Sorento. The left side is a separate part.
Does the CARDONE 66-8126 axle come with a new axle nut?
Yes. CARDONE New 66-8126 includes a new M22x1.5 hex retaining nut and an instruction sheet. The ABS tone ring is not included.
What size is the shaft on this front right CV axle?
The shaft is 27 mm (1.063 in) in diameter, with 28 splines on each joint and a compressed length of 566.74 mm (22.312 in).
What can clicking when I turn hard mean on a CV axle?
Clicking or snapping on a hard turn under throttle, or grease flung from the boot, can mean the joint or boot is worn. Have the axle checked promptly rather than driving on it.
Can I use an impact wrench on the axle nut of this CV axle?
No. Use a torque wrench and tighten the retaining nut to the manufacturer's specification. An impact wrench should never be used on it.
