Car parts and drivetrain components for Audi.
The most common symptom is a clicking or knocking noise when cornering, especially on full lock at low speeds. If the noise disappears when driving straight ahead, it is almost certainly a worn outer CV joint.
No, drive shafts vary depending on the generation (e.g. B7, B8, B9), engine type, gearbox, and whether the car has Quattro four-wheel drive or front-wheel drive. Always select your specific make, model and engine to find the correct shaft.
Vibrations under load are often caused by wear in the inner CV joints. If the vibration stops as soon as you lift off the accelerator, this is a strong indication that an inner constant velocity joint needs replacing.
Yes, on many Audi models the ABS ring is mounted onto the CV joint and can be replaced separately if it has cracked or corroded, making it a cost-effective alternative to replacing the entire joint.
Quattro models have drive shafts both front and rear, and the front driveshafts often differ in length and design compared to front-wheel-drive models due to the layout and position of the differential.
We recommend checking them at every service or seasonal tyre change. A split CV boot quickly allows road dirt to ruin the CV joint, so catching a tear early can save you substantial repair costs.
We supply both. For many models, fitting a complete drive shaft is the quickest and most straightforward option, whereas in other cases it is more economical to replace only the worn CV joint using one of our complete repair kits.