TrakMotive AD-8097 CV Axle Shaft - Front Left

TrakMotive AD-8097 CV Axle Shaft

TrakMotive AD-8097 is a new front left CV axle shaft for select Audi A4 Quattro and Volkswagen Passat applications. It is built for direct replacement service on vehicles with the listed drivetrain and axle connection details, including Audi-style spline bolt outboard connection and flange-style inboard connection.

Key Features

• New CV axle shaft for front left installation
• Overall compressed length: 528 mm (20.79 in.)
• Outboard joint type: Audi-style spline bolt
• Inboard joint type: flange
• 38 outboard splines
• ABS tone ring included with 45-tooth window-style ring
• Neoprene boot material
• Axle bolt thread size: M16 x 1.5
• Axle bolt hex size: 27 mm
• Axle bolt length: 97 mm
• Axle nut not included

Detailed Description

This TrakMotive CV axle shaft is engineered for front left driveline service on 1996-2000 Audi A4 Quattro, 1999-2005 Volkswagen Passat, and related 4Motion or standard-duty replacement applications listed for this part. The AD-8097 uses a flange-style inboard connection and an Audi-style spline bolt outboard connection, making it a direct-fit replacement for the specified vehicles and axle configuration. TrakMotive AD-8097 also includes an ABS tone ring, which supports vehicles equipped with ABS while remaining suitable for non-ABS applications unless otherwise noted by the vehicle listing.

TrakMotive’s CV Axle Shaft line focuses on replacement driveline components built to OE-style dimensions and connection points. For buyers searching for a front left CV axle shaft for Audi A4 Quattro or Volkswagen Passat, AD-8097 provides the listed compressed length, spline count, and bolt specifications needed for accurate match-up.

This part cross-references Cardone New 66-7052 and Carlson 7101 for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

• Clicking or popping during turns caused by worn CV joints
• Vibration from a damaged or out-of-balance axle shaft
• Grease leakage from a torn or deteriorated boot
• Driveline noise from worn splines or joint wear
• ABS warning concerns related to a damaged tone ring assembly

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify front left fitment, axle length, spline count, bolt style, and ABS ring details before installation. Confirm the vehicle’s drivetrain and model year against the listed applications for 1996-2000 Audi A4 Quattro front left, 1999-2005 Volkswagen Passat front left, and 2004-2005 Volkswagen Passat front left 4Motion. The axle nut is not included, so reuse or source the correct hardware as required by the vehicle service procedure. Always inspect the hub, seals, and mating surfaces before installing the new axle shaft.

Quality Assurance

TrakMotive manufactures this CV axle shaft as a new replacement component and identifies the product line as ISO 9001:1007 and TS 16949:2009 certified. AD-8097 is backed by a limited lifetime warranty.