Audi A4 Avant

The most common signs are vibrations under acceleration or unusual noises when cornering. If the vibrations are felt throughout the entire car, it is often the inner joint or the shaft itself that is unbalanced. A clicking sound on full steering lock indicates wear in the outer CV joint instead.

No, usually not. Quattro models feature a different rear suspension setup and sometimes variations at the front axle to handle the power distribution. It is therefore crucial to select your exact make, model and engine to ensure you get the correct part for your specific drivetrain.

A common cause is that the ABS ring on the drive shaft has cracked or become so corroded that the sensor can no longer read the signal correctly. We stock 53 different ABS rings in our range, allowing you to replace just the ring rather than the complete drive shaft.

The outer CV joint sits at the wheel hub and accommodates steering angles, while the inner joint sits at the gearbox and absorbs length variations as the suspension travels. On the Audi A4 Avant, both are vital for smooth power delivery.

If you catch the damage early and the joint has not started making noise, replacing just the CV boot and repacking it with fresh grease is usually sufficient. If dirt and moisture have already entered and caused wear, the safest solution is to replace the complete CV joint or drive shaft.

Only if your car is equipped with Quattro (four-wheel drive). In that case, the propeller shaft runs from the gearbox to the rear differential. We supply 39 different prop shafts to suit various configurations of the A4 Avant.

The most reliable method is to select your vehicle by make, model and engine. If multiple variants exist for your car, you may need to count the splines on your old joint or check your chassis number (VIN), as Audi occasionally changed specifications midway through a model year.