GKN Loebro 304286 CV Axle Assembly - Front Left

OE-Style CV Axle Assembly

The GKN Loebro 304286 is a CV axle assembly built with OE technology for precise driveline performance. It is a direct fit for select Audi A4 Quattro applications and includes key hardware details such as the axle nut.

• OE technology from a global driveline manufacturer.
• CV axle assembly with a plunging inboard joint and fixed ball outboard joint.
• Includes 45-tooth ABS tone ring for wheel speed signal integration.
• Axle nut included for a more complete replacement.

Fitment Details

Fits 2002-2004 Audi A4 Quattro, front left. Fits 2005 Audi A4 Quattro, front left.

Product Overview

GKN Loebro focuses on axle assemblies and CV joint solutions engineered to match the demands of passenger vehicles, including performance and all-wheel-drive platforms. The 304286 uses a 38-spline outboard connection, a 6-hole inboard joint mount, and a compressed length of 24.271 inches to match the specified application. This part number, 304286, is also cross-referenced to 8E0407271AH and 8E0407451EX for the same application.

Common Replacement Uses

• Restores smooth power transfer through the driveline.
• Addresses clicking or vibration from a worn CV axle.
• Replaces a damaged axle with the correct OE-style geometry.
• Supports ABS signal function when the original tone ring is worn or damaged.

Installation Notes

Verify compressed length, spline count, and ABS tone ring tooth count before installation. Confirm the vehicle’s VIN breakpoints for 2005 Audi A4 Quattro applications, since fitment changes by production range. Use the included axle nut during service if it matches the vehicle specification.

Quality Assurance

GKN Automotive supplies driveline solutions to major vehicle manufacturers worldwide and produces axle assemblies at high volume with OE-focused engineering. Part number 304286 is built to the specified application requirements for the Audi A4 Quattro platform.