TrakMotive AD-8168 CV Axle Shaft - Front Left or Front Right

TrakMotive AAR CV Axle Shaft for Audi Quattro Applications

The TrakMotive AAR CV Axle Shaft, part number AD-8168, is a new front axle assembly for select Audi A4, A5 Quattro, S5, and allroad applications. It is built for direct replacement use on front right and front left positions where the updated design is specified.

Key Features

• New CV axle shaft for front driveline service
• Fits select Audi A4 Quattro, A5 Quattro, S5, and allroad applications
• Front right and front left fitment, depending on vehicle listing
• Overall compressed length: 18.11 in. (460 mm)
• Neoprene boot material for CV joint protection
• 42 outboard splines
• Flange-style inboard joint connection
• Audi-style spline bolt outboard joint type
• No ABS tone ring included
• ISO 9001:1007 and TS 16949:2009 certified manufacturing

Detailed Description

TrakMotive AD-8168 is an AAR CV axle shaft engineered for Audi front-wheel drive and quattro-style front axle service where the updated design is required. It uses a flange inboard connection, an Audi-style spline bolt outboard joint, and a neoprene boot to support consistent CV joint operation. This part number AD-8168 cross-references OE-style applications for the same fitment family and is listed for 2013-2017 Audi A5 Quattro, 2013-2016 Audi A4 Quattro, 2013-2016 Audi allroad, and earlier Audi A4 and S5 configurations with the specified suspension notes.

Compatible With 2008-2017 Audi A4, A5 Quattro, S5, and allroad front axle service where the fitment notes match the vehicle configuration. Search terms such as Audi A4 Quattro front right CV axle shaft, Audi A5 Quattro front left axle replacement, and Audi allroad updated design CV axle are directly aligned with this application.

What This CV Axle Helps Address

• Clicking or popping during turns caused by worn CV joints
• Vibration under acceleration from a damaged axle shaft
• Torn or deteriorated axle boot conditions
• Front driveline noise from excessive CV joint wear
• Loss of smooth power transfer to the front wheels

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s suspension option, drivetrain configuration, and axle connection style before ordering. This axle uses a 19 mm axle bolt hex size, M16x1.5 axle bolt thread, 6 inboard bolt holes, and a 42-spline outboard connection. ABS tone ring is not included, and ABS axles fit non-ABS applications unless otherwise noted by the vehicle listing.

Fits 2013-2017 Audi A5 Quattro, front right and front left; 2013-2016 Audi A4 Quattro, front right and front left; 2013-2016 Audi allroad, front right and front left; 2010-2012 Audi A4, front right and front left with Opt 1BR heavy duty suspension; 2009-2012 Audi A4, front right and front left with Opt 1BE sport suspension; 2010-2012 Audi S5, front right and front left with Opt 1BR heavy duty suspension; 2008-2009 Audi S5, front right and front left with heavy duty suspension.

Quality Assurance

TrakMotive manufactures this CV axle shaft in an ISO 9001:1007 and TS 16949:2009 certified facility. The AD-8168 is backed by a limited lifetime warranty.