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Drive Shaft - Audi (07L-103-303-E)
2007-2011 Audi - 07L-103-303-E
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07L-103-303-E
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Shaft
- Description:
S6. S8. Listed under Audi part number 07L-103-303-E, this Drive Shaft transmits torque from the transmission to the wheels while accommodating suspension travel and steering angle, so joint condition and boot integrity determine how long the assembly survives. As a genuine Audi part it carries factory part numbering, original fitment data, and Audi parts warranty coverage. Check the applications list or supply your VIN to confirm this part fits your vehicle.
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Vehicle Fitment
Vehicle Fitment
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| SYMPTOMS | Symptoms associated with a failing drive shaft and cv joint (07L-103-303-E): clicking on turns, vibration that increases with speed, a clunk on throttle transition, grease slung around the inside of a wheel, or a driveline whine that changes with load. Symptoms vary by model year and option content, so confirm fitment before ordering. |
| TROUBLESHOOTING | Diagnostic approach for 07L-103-303-E: inspect boots for splits and grease loss first, then check joint play by hand and note whether the noise changes with steering angle or with throttle load to isolate which joint is at fault. If the fault is intermittent, check wiring and connectors before the component itself. |
| INSTALLATION | Fitting Audi part 07L-103-303-E requires the correct axle nut torque, which is a stretch fastener on most applications, and confirmation that boots are seated and clamped before the vehicle is lowered. Confirm correct operation and scan for stored faults before returning the vehicle to service. |
| MAINTENANCE | Maintenance for this drive shaft and cv joint (07L-103-303-E) is inspection based, focused on boot condition, since a split boot loses grease and destroys an otherwise healthy joint within weeks. Routine inspection catches most failures in this area before they strand the vehicle. |
| GENERAL_NOTES | Worth knowing before ordering 07L-103-303-E: all wheel drive applications require matched tire circumference across all four corners, and mismatched tires load the center differential continuously. If you are unsure about fitment, provide the vehicle identification number and our parts team will confirm it. |
| REPLACEMENTS | Items typically renewed with this drive shaft and cv joint (07L-103-303-E): axle nuts, boot clamps, and circlips are single use and replaced with the assembly, and driveline fluid is checked whenever a shaft or differential is disturbed. Most of the labor here is access, so replacing adjacent wear items now costs very little extra. |
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