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TrakMotive AD-8159 CV Axle Shaft - Front Left
| Brand | TrakMotive AD-8159 |
|---|---|
| Position | Front Left |
| Abs Tone Ring Included | No |
| Axle Bolt Hex Size (mm) | 17 |
| Axle Bolt Length (mm) | 90 |
| Axle Bolt Thread Size | M16*1.5 |
| Axle Nut Included | No |
| Boot Material | Neoprene |
| Inboard Joint Type | Flange |
| Inboard Shaft Connection Style | Bolt-On |
| New Or Remanufactured | New |
| Number Of Bolt Holes | 1 |
| Number Of Outboard Shaft Bolts | 1 |
| Number Of Outboard Splines | 36 |
| Outboard Joint Type | Audi Style Spline Bolt |
| Outboard Shaft Connection Style | Spline |
| Overall Compressed Length (in) | 18.58 |
| Overall Compressed Length (mm) | 472 |
| Product line | AAR CV Axle Shaft |
| Fits | Audi and Volkswagen · 6 vehicles |
OE-style replacement. Bolt-on CV axle shaft for straightforward installation.
Neoprene boot. Flexible material helps protect the joint from wear.
Certified manufacturing. Built by an ISO 9001 and TS 16949 certified company.
Cross-references TrakMotive AD-8159 for the same application. See all 1.
TrakMotive AD-8159 CV Axle Shaft
The TrakMotive AD-8159 is a new front left CV axle shaft for select Audi and Volkswagen applications. It is built for 2015-2016 Audi A3 and 2015-2016 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen, plus 2015 Volkswagen Golf front left fitments, with updated design coverage noted for specific applications.
Key Features
- Brand: TrakMotive AAR CV Axle Shaft line
- Part number: AD-8159
- New CV axle shaft for front left applications
- 36 outboard splines
- Inboard flange with bolt-on shaft connection
- Outboard Audi-style spline bolt joint
- Neoprene boot material
- Axle bolt thread size: M16 x 1.5
- Axle bolt hex size: 17 mm
- Axle bolt length: 90 mm
- Overall compressed length: 472 mm (18.58 in.)
- No ABS tone ring included
- No axle nut included
Product Details
The AD-8159 is part of TrakMotive’s AAR CV Axle Shaft line, a product line focused on direct-fit driveline replacement for specific vehicle applications. This axle shaft is configured with a flange-style inboard joint, a spline-style outboard connection, and an Audi-style spline bolt design at the wheel end. For Audi A3 and Volkswagen Golf SportWagen front left service, the AD-8159 provides the correct fitment profile for the listed model years and notes. This part number, AD-8159, is also referenced for 2015 Volkswagen Golf front left applications.
This part cross-references no additional part numbers beyond TrakMotive AD-8159 for the same application.
What It Helps Address
- Clicking or popping noises during turns caused by worn CV joints
- Vibration or shudder from a worn or damaged axle shaft
- Grease leakage from a deteriorated axle boot
- Driveline play from spline or joint wear
- Front left axle replacement needs on listed Audi and Volkswagen models
Installation Notes
Verify axle bolt thread size, hex size, and overall length before installation. Confirm front left placement and match the listed vehicle application exactly, especially on 2015-2016 Audi A3 and 2015-2016 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen. ABS tone ring is not included, and the axle nut is not included. Use the vehicle’s service specifications for torque and fastener reuse guidance.
Quality Assurance
TrakMotive states that this AAR CV axle shaft is backed by a limited lifetime warranty. The manufacturer also identifies its facility as ISO 9001:1007 and TS 16949:2009 certified.
| Year | Make | Model | Transmission | Liters | Cylinders | Fuel Type | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Audi | A3 | — | — | — | DIESEL | Front Left | Updated Design; AAR CV Axle Shaft |
| 2016 | Volkswagen | Golf SportWagen | Automatic | — | — | — | Front Left | Updated Design; AAR CV Axle Shaft |
| 2015 | Audi | A3 | — | — | — | DIESEL | Front Left | Updated Design; AAR CV Axle Shaft |
| 2015 | Volkswagen | Golf | Automatic Dual Clutch | 2.0L | L4 | DIESEL | Front Left | AAR CV Axle Shaft |
| 2015 | Volkswagen | Golf SportWagen | Automatic | — | — | — | Front Left | Updated Design; AAR CV Axle Shaft |
| 2015 | Volkswagen | Golf SportWagen | Automatic Dual Clutch | 2.0L | L4 | — | Front Left | AAR CV Axle Shaft |
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