TrakMotive VW-8109 CV Axle Shaft - Front Left

CV Axle Shaft for Volkswagen Front Left Applications

TrakMotive VW-8109 is a new front left CV axle shaft for select Volkswagen Beetle and Volkswagen Passat models. It is built for direct replacement service on 2012-2016 Volkswagen Beetle and 2012-2015 Volkswagen Passat front left positions, with OE-style fitment details that match the original driveline layout.

The TrakMotive CV Axle Shaft line focuses on application-specific replacement parts for driveline repair. VW-8109 follows that approach with a bolt-on inboard connection, Audi-style spline bolt outboard design, and a 36-spline outboard shaft connection for the listed Volkswagen applications.

Key Features

• Brand: TrakMotive CV Axle Shaft
• Part number: VW-8109
• Front left axle shaft for select Volkswagen applications
• New replacement part, not remanufactured
• Overall compressed length: 20.83 in. (529 mm)
• Neoprene boot material
• 6-bolt inboard joint and 1-bolt outboard shaft connection
• 36 outboard splines
• No ABS tone ring included
• Axle bolt thread size: M16 x 1.5

Detailed Description

TrakMotive VW-8109 is a front left CV axle shaft engineered for 2012-2016 Volkswagen Beetle and 2012-2015 Volkswagen Passat models. It uses a bolt-on inboard joint with six inboard shaft bolts and an Audi-style spline bolt outboard connection, making it a direct-fit driveline replacement for the listed vehicles. The axle measures 20.83 inches compressed length and uses a neoprene boot for the CV joint assembly.

This part number, VW-8109, is built as a new replacement axle shaft and does not include an ABS tone ring. It is intended for the specified front left applications and should be matched to the vehicle’s original axle configuration before installation. This part cross-references 5C0407271AR and 5C0407271T for the same application.

What It Helps Repair

• Clicking or popping noises during turns from a worn CV joint
• Vibration or shudder during acceleration from a damaged axle shaft
• Torn CV boot conditions that can lead to grease loss and joint wear
• Axle play or looseness at the front left driveline position
• Driveline noise caused by worn splines or joint connection wear

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s front left axle configuration, spline count, bolt pattern, and compressed length before installation. Confirm the axle bolt thread size and hex size match the original hardware specification for the application. Because this axle does not include an ABS tone ring, it should be used only where the vehicle’s original setup does not require one.

For best results, inspect related suspension and driveline components for wear before replacing the axle shaft. On Volkswagen Beetle and Volkswagen Passat front left repairs, confirming the original connection style and joint dimensions helps ensure proper fitment.

Quality Assurance

TrakMotive manufactures this CV axle shaft as a new replacement part under ISO 9001:1007 and TS 16949:2009 certified quality systems. VW-8109 is backed by a limited lifetime warranty.