Car parts and drivetrain components for Audi A5 2.0 TDI. Always check the fit before ordering.
The most common signs are pronounced vibrations during acceleration or persistent noises that remain even after replacing a CV joint. If the drive shaft is bent or shows severe wear at both ends, fitting a complete replacement is the best solution.
This is almost always down to a worn outer CV joint. This wear typically develops after a CV boot splits, allowing the grease to escape and abrasive road dirt to penetrate the joint's precision components.
No, there can be variations in shaft length and the gearbox connection depending on whether the car has a manual gearbox, S tronic or Multitronic transmission. Always select your exact make, model and engine to find the correct version.
We recommend a visual inspection during every routine service or seasonal wheel swap. An intact CV boot is the most cost-effective insurance against costly CV joint replacements.
Yes, provided the shaft itself is straight and undamaged, replacing just the inner constant velocity joint is an effective fix for vibrations under acceleration.
It means that when you use our vehicle selector to choose your exact model specification and order the recommended part, we guarantee it will fit your car mechanically.