GKN Loebro 304747 CV Axle Shaft - Front Left

OE-Style CV Axle Shaft for Front Left Applications

The GKN Loebro 304747 is a front left CV axle shaft built with premium OE technology for precise driveline performance. It is engineered for passenger vehicles that need accurate fitment, smooth torque transfer, and dependable joint articulation in everyday driving.

• Front left CV axle shaft for select Volkswagen and Audi applications
• Compressed length: 18.976 in.
• Outboard spline quantity: 36
• Inboard joint type: plunging joint AAR
• Outboard joint type: fixed ball joint UF
• Axle nut included
• Axle nut thread size: M16x1.5F
• Inboard joint mount hole quantity: 6

Built Around OE Driveline Requirements

GKN Loebro 304747 reflects the same engineering approach used by a global driveline supplier serving combustion, hybrid, and electric platforms. The axle assembly is tuned to match the demands of passenger cars, light trucks, sports cars, luxury vehicles, and 4x4s, with the joint design and dimensions selected for the specified front left fitments. This part cross-references OE numbers such as 1K0407271BF and 1K0407271BQ for the same application.

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 2014 Volkswagen Golf, front left.
• Fits 2010-2011 Volkswagen Golf, front left.
• Fits 2009-2014 Volkswagen Jetta, front left.
• Fits 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, front left.
• Fits 2010-2013 Audi A3, front left.
• Fits 2012-2013 Volkswagen Golf, front left, for vehicles equipped with aluminum rims.
• Fits 2005 Volkswagen Jetta, front left, PCD 100; 6x10.2mm, Tripodic.

What This Axle Shaft Helps Address

• Clicking or popping during turns caused by worn CV joints
• Vibration under acceleration from a damaged axle shaft
• Grease leakage from a failing outer or inner joint boot
• Excessive driveline play or looseness at the front left corner
• Noise from a worn axle assembly on Volkswagen Golf, Volkswagen Jetta, or Audi A3 models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify spline count, compressed length, axle nut thread size, and joint style before installation. Confirm the vehicle is a front left application and check the listed notes for aluminum rims or PCD 100 / Tripodic configurations where applicable. Inspect related hub, bearing, and suspension components during replacement to avoid repeat driveline noise.

Quality Assurance

GKN Automotive supplies driveline solutions to a large share of global vehicle manufacturers and produces axle assemblies at high volume for OE-level applications. The 304747 follows that OE-focused engineering approach for consistent fit and function in the listed vehicles.