Cardone 66-7343 CV Axle Assembly - Front Left

Cardone CV Axle Assembly for Audi and Volkswagen

Restore smooth power transfer with the Cardone CV Axle Assembly, part number 66-7343. This front left axle is built for select Audi Q3, Audi Q3 Quattro, Volkswagen Tiguan, Volkswagen Tiguan Limited, Volkswagen CC, Volkswagen Passat CC, and Volkswagen Passat applications, with engineering focused on vibration control, seal life, and dependable driveline performance.

Key Features

• Fits front left applications on select 2006-2018 Audi and Volkswagen models
• ABS ring included for proper wheel speed signal integration
• New axle retaining nut supplied for installation convenience
• Individually verified for straightness to help reduce vibration
• Neoprene boots use added bellows where needed to resist stress and ozone cracking
• Boot clamps are pneumatically crimped for a secure seal
• High-temperature grease is formulated for high-torque driveline demands
• Precision-machined transmission seal diameter supports long seal life
• Input shaft: 26-spline splined connection
• Output shaft: 36-spline splined connection

Product Details

Cardone’s CV axle line is engineered from extensive CV drive axle testing and remanufacturing experience, with attention to the failure points that commonly affect original units. For this application, the axle is built to deliver vibration-free operation at speed, stable joint movement, and reliable sealing at the boot and transmission interface. Part number 66-7343 is a direct-fit driveline replacement for drivers servicing a front left axle on Audi Q3 and Volkswagen Tiguan, Passat, and CC platforms.

This part cross-references Audi 5N0407761N and Volkswagen 3C0407271AA for the same application.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Clicking or snapping during hard turns and acceleration
• Grease on the chassis or suspension from a ruptured CV boot
• Front-end vibration caused by axle runout or shaft imbalance
• ABS warning light triggered by a damaged sensor ring or wiring near the axle
• Thumping or driveline shudder during takeoff

Installation Notes

• Fits 2015-2018 Audi Q3, front left
• Fits 2015-2018 Audi Q3 Quattro, front left
• Fits 2017-2018 Volkswagen Tiguan Limited, front left
• Fits 2009-2017 Volkswagen Tiguan, front left
• Fits 2009-2013 Volkswagen CC, front left
• Fits 2009-2012 Volkswagen Passat CC, front left
• Fits 2006-2008 Volkswagen Passat, front left
• Do not let the axle hang unsupported during service; this can damage the inner joint
• Use a torque wrench on the spindle nut and tighten to manufacturer specifications
• Do not reuse the prevailing-torque lock nut; install the supplied new nut
• Replace transaxle seals when servicing the axle to help prevent leaks
• If the ABS light remains on after installation, inspect the sensor ring, sensor, and nearby wiring for damage

Quality Assurance

Cardone designs its CV Drive Axles around known failure modes, including boot cracking, seal wear, and shaft runout. Each shaft is inspected for straightness to support smooth operation, and the axle is assembled with components selected for consistent driveline performance in Audi and Volkswagen front left applications.