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TrakMotive AD-8086 CV Axle Shaft - Front Left
| Brand | TrakMotive AD-8086 |
|---|---|
| Position | Front Left |
| Abs Ring Tooth Count | 45 |
| Abs Ring Type | Window |
| Abs Tone Ring Included | Yes |
| Axle Bolt Hex Size (mm) | 27 |
| Axle Bolt Length (mm) | 97 |
| Axle Bolt Thread Size | M16*1.5 |
| Axle Nut Included | No |
| Boot Material | Neoprene |
| Inboard Joint Type | Flange |
| Inboard Shaft Connection Style | Flange |
| New Or Remanufactured | New |
| Number Of Bolt Holes | 1 |
| Number Of Outboard Shaft Bolts | 1 |
| Number Of Outboard Splines | 38 |
| Outboard Joint Type | Audi Style Spline Bolt |
| Outboard Shaft Connection Style | Audi Style Spline Bolt |
| Overall Compressed Length (in) | 22.01 |
| Overall Compressed Length (mm) | 559 |
| Product line | CV Axle Shaft |
| Fits | Audi · 14 vehicles |
New replacement shaft. Built as a fresh CV axle shaft for straightforward service replacement.
Neoprene boot material. Helps protect the joint with durable, flexible sealing.
ABS tone ring included. Supports ABS-equipped applications with the ring already in place.
Cross-references AP Exhaust 7551, Cardone New 66-7073 and Cardone Reman 60-7073 for the same application. See all 14.
CV Axle Shaft for Audi A8 and S8
TrakMotive AD-8086 is a new CV axle shaft for the front left position on select Audi A8, A8 Quattro, and S8 applications. Built as a direct driveline replacement, it matches the OE-style fitment details needed for Audi A8 Quattro front left CV axle shaft service and related Audi S8 front left axle replacement jobs.
Key Features
- Brand: TrakMotive CV Axle Shaft
- Part number: AD-8086
- Front left axle for select Audi A8, A8 Quattro, and S8 models
- New construction with a neoprene boot material
- Inboard joint type: flange
- Outboard joint type: Audi-style spline bolt
- 38 outboard splines
- ABS tone ring included with 45-tooth window-style ring
- Axle bolt thread size: M16 x 1.5
- Axle bolt hex size: 27 mm
- Overall compressed length: 22.01 in. (559 mm)
Detailed Description
TrakMotive AD-8086 is a CV axle shaft engineered for front left driveline service on 1997-2003 Audi A8, A8 Quattro, and S8 vehicles listed in the fitment data. It uses a flange-style inboard connection and an Audi-style spline bolt outboard connection, with a 38-spline shaft and integrated ABS tone ring for applications that require wheel speed signal compatibility. The 22.01-inch compressed length and OE-style connection details support accurate replacement on the specified Audi A8 Quattro front left CV axle shaft and Audi S8 front left CV axle shaft applications.
TrakMotive’s CV Axle Shaft product line focuses on direct-fit driveline replacement parts for passenger vehicles. AD-8086 follows that approach with application-specific dimensions and hardware interface details that matter when replacing a worn or noisy axle on an Audi A8 or S8.
This part cross-references Cardone New 66-7073 and Cardone Reman 60-7073 for the same application.
What It Helps Address
- Clicking or popping from a worn front left CV joint
- Vibration during acceleration from a damaged axle shaft
- Grease leakage from a torn or deteriorated boot
- ABS warning concerns tied to a failed tone ring or sensor signal issue
- Driveline noise caused by excessive axle wear
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify the vehicle’s chassis breakpoints and VIN details before ordering, especially for 2000-2003 Audi A8 Quattro and 2003 Audi S8 applications with production-date notes. Confirm the front left position, axle bolt thread size, and spline count against the original part before installation. The axle nut is not included, so reuse or source the correct retaining hardware as required by the vehicle service procedure.
Quality Assurance
Limited lifetime warranty coverage is stated by the manufacturer. TrakMotive also notes ISO 9001:1007 and TS 16949:2009 certification, reflecting controlled manufacturing and quality management practices for this CV axle shaft.
| Year | Make | Model | Submodel | Liters | Cylinders | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Audi | A8 Quattro | Base | 4.2L | V8 | Front Left | To CH#4D-3-004-999; VIN D (8th digit); CV Axle Shaft |
| 2003 | Audi | S8 | — | — | — | Front Left | Thru 9/02; CV Axle Shaft |
| 2002 | Audi | A8 Quattro | — | 4.2L | V8 | Front Left | To CH#4D-3-004-999; CV Axle Shaft |
| 2002 | Audi | S8 | — | — | — | Front Left | CV Axle Shaft |
| 2001 | Audi | A8 Quattro | — | 4.2L | V8 | Front Left | To CH#4D-3-004-999; CV Axle Shaft |
| 2001 | Audi | S8 | — | — | — | Front Left | CV Axle Shaft |
| 2000 | Audi | A8 | — | — | — | Front Left | CV Axle Shaft |
| 2000 | Audi | A8 Quattro | — | 4.2L | V8 | Front Left | To CH#4D-3-004-999; CV Axle Shaft |
| 1999 | Audi | A8 | — | — | — | Front Left | CV Axle Shaft |
| 1999 | Audi | A8 Quattro | — | — | — | Front Left | CV Axle Shaft |
| 1998 | Audi | A8 | — | — | — | Front Left | CV Axle Shaft |
| 1998 | Audi | A8 Quattro | — | — | — | Front Left | CV Axle Shaft |
| 1997 | Audi | A8 | — | — | — | Front Left | CV Axle Shaft |
| 1997 | Audi | A8 Quattro | — | — | — | Front Left | CV Axle Shaft |
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