GKN Loebro 304284 CV Axle Assembly - Front Left

OE-Style CV Axle for Volkswagen Golf and Jetta

GKN Loebro 304284 is a front left CV axle assembly built with premium OE technology for precise driveline performance. It is engineered for Volkswagen Golf and Volkswagen Jetta applications that require accurate spline count, joint design, and axle length matching.

This CV axle assembly features a 21.461 compressed length, 36 outboard splines, an included axle nut, a 6-hole inboard joint mount, a plunging inboard joint AAR, and a fixed ball outboard joint UF. The axle nut thread size is M20x1.5, and the assembly is built to match the demands of passenger vehicles that rely on consistent CV joint articulation and torque transfer.

Key Features

• Part number: 304284
• Front left CV axle assembly for select Volkswagen applications
• Compressed length: 21.461
• 36 outboard splines for OE-style fitment
• Inboard joint type: plunging joint AAR
• Outboard joint type: fixed ball joint UF
• Axle nut included
• Axle nut thread size: M20x1.5
• Interchanges with select OE references for the same application

Application Details

Compatible with 2002 Volkswagen Golf, front left; 2003 Volkswagen Golf, front left; 2004-2006 Volkswagen Golf, front left; and 2003-2005 Volkswagen Jetta, front left. Fitment notes include a 545 mm length on select Jetta applications and PCD 104 mm with tripodic gearbox side joint and fixed nut on select Golf applications.

GKN Loebro 304284 is built for drivers and repair shops that need a direct replacement CV axle for Volkswagen Golf and Jetta front left service. The OE-focused design helps maintain proper axle geometry, smooth power delivery, and correct joint movement under steering and suspension travel. This part cross-references OE numbers such as 1J0407271HJ and 1J0407271HK for the same application.

What It Helps Solve

• Clicking or popping noises during turns from worn CV joints
• Vibration during acceleration caused by axle wear or imbalance
• Grease leakage from damaged CV boots or joint seals
• Excessive play in the driveline from a failing axle assembly
• Loss of smooth torque transfer to the front left wheel

Installation Notes

Verify spline count, axle length, joint type, and axle nut thread size before installation. Confirm the vehicle’s front left application and match the listed Volkswagen Golf or Volkswagen Jetta fitment exactly. Inspect related hub, bearing, and transmission-side components for wear before installing the new axle assembly.

Quality Assurance

GKN Automotive supplies driveline solutions to a large share of global vehicle manufacturers and produces axle assemblies at high volume for passenger cars, light trucks, sports cars, luxury vehicles, and 4x4s. GKN Loebro 304284 reflects that OE-oriented engineering approach for consistent fit and driveline performance.