Audi A3 8V VW Scirocco Mk3 Front Drive Shaft Right O/S 2.0 TFSI 5Q0407272DS

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Audi A3 8V VW Scirocco Mk3 Front Drive Shaft Right O/S is an original drivetrain component designed for versions with a 2.0 TFSI engine. Thanks to its factory Volkswagen design, it ensures precise fitment, stable torque transmission, and predictable vehicle behavior during acceleration, engine braking, and high-speed driving.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 5Q0407272DS
• Mark: Volkswagen
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 5Q0407272DS
• Substitutable numbers: 5Q0407272DS, 5Q0 407 272 DS
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Part type: Driveshaft
• Category: Driveshafts

Purpose and function in the drivetrain

The presented drive shaft is a component operating on the front right axle, responsible for transmitting power from the transmission to the wheel in Audi A3 8V and Volkswagen Scirocco Mk3 vehicles with a 2.0 TFSI unit. As part of the half-shaft system, it works in conjunction with the transmission, wheel hub, and suspension, ensuring smooth power delivery at various suspension angles and during steering.

The original Volkswagen design reduces vibrations, minimizes play, and helps maintain factory handling characteristics, which is particularly important in higher-power vehicles such as the 2.0 TFSI versions.

Benefits of using an original drive shaft

Using a used, factory-spec drive shaft to replace a worn or damaged component allows you to maintain the parameters specified by the vehicle manufacturer. In practice, this means:

• stable torque transmission to the front right wheel,
• proper compatibility with factory joints and hubs,
• reduced risk of unwanted vibrations and knocking in the drivetrain,
• better durability compared to generic aftermarket replacements of unknown origin.

For Audi A3 8V and VW Scirocco Mk3 owners with a 2.0 TFSI engine, choosing an original drive shaft is a safe service solution that helps avoid issues with drivetrain geometry and excessive wear of mating components.

Condition, fitment, and installation aspects

The component comes from the Volkswagen group and is classified under the Drive shafts category, which facilitates selection within the same design group. As a used part, it provides an economical alternative to new components while maintaining factory specifications and geometry. Before installation, standard workshop verification and the use of new mounting hardware in accordance with the vehicle manufacturer's procedures are recommended.

By maintaining the original length, diameters, and mounting points, the drive shaft is ready for installation in place of the factory component without the need for modifications to other drivetrain sub-assemblies.

Technical support and selection of drivetrain components

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the drivetrain area in your Volkswagen and need other components from the same group, such as half-shafts, CV joints, or intermediate shafts, check out the available parts in the Volkswagen drive shafts category.

When diagnosing noises, play, or vibrations in the drivetrain, it is worth expanding your knowledge about the operation of the drive axle and differential – practical tips and a comparison of used OEM components with aftermarket replacements can be found in the article Humming differential? Find out why a used OEM drive axle is a better investment than an uncertain replacement.