How should driveshaft joints be checked and diagnosed for wear on 2017 Audi A3?

Inspect hub bolts and test the vehicle on the roads to check wear in driveshaft joints. Hear clicking of the metals as evidence of outer joint wear or sense vibrations as evidence of inner joint wear. In case wear is detected, replenish the joint in question. Check with an Audi dealer regarding parts.

Genuine 2017 Audi A3 Driveshaft

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2017 Audi A3 Drive Shaft Part Number: 5Q0-521-101-BJ
$1430.05 MSRP: $1716.74
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Prop Shaft; Drive Shaft
- Replaces: 5Q0-521-101-BA, 5Q0-521-101-AJ, 5Q0-521-101-AT
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 5Q0-521-101-BJ
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Audi's factory warranty.
Fits the following 2017 Audi A3 Submodels:
- Premium, Premium Plus, Prestige, TDI Premium, TDI Premium Plus, TDI Prestige, Titanium | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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2017 Audi A3 Drive Shaft Part Number: 5Q0-521-101-BH
$1456.29 MSRP: $1748.24
You Save: $291.95 (17%)
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Prop Shaft; Drive Shaft
- Replaces: 5Q0-521-101-AS
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 5Q0-521-101-BH
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Audi's factory warranty.
Fits the following 2017 Audi A3 Submodels:
- Premium, Premium Plus, Prestige, Titanium | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS

2017 Audi A3 Driveshaft Parts and Q&A

Q: How should driveshaft joints be checked and diagnosed for wear on 2017 Audi A3?
A: Inspect hub bolts and test the vehicle on the roads to check wear in driveshaft joints. Hear clicking of the metals as evidence of outer joint wear or sense vibrations as evidence of inner joint wear. In case wear is detected, replenish the joint in question. Check with an Audi dealer regarding parts.