Car parts and drivetrain components for Audi Q5 Sportback.
The most common signs are heavy vibrations under acceleration or unusual noises that persist even after replacing individual joints. A visual inspection can also reveal physical damage to the shaft itself.
Yes, if the drive shaft itself is undamaged and the issue is simply a clicking noise when turning, replacing only the outer CV joint is usually sufficient.
This is often caused by wear in the inner CV joint. When play develops in the inner joint, it causes an imbalance felt as vibrations through the car body under load.
No, specifications vary depending on the engine, gearbox and model year. Always select your car's make, model and engine in our vehicle selector to find the exact replacement part.
If the boot splits, lubricating grease leaks out and dirt gets in. This quickly leads to severe wear on the CV joint and can eventually cause complete mechanical failure.
We only supply components that meet or exceed the original technical specifications for your car, selected by our driveline specialists.