How to inspect the condition of CV Joint Boot rubber gaiters and assess the general condition of CV joints for Petrol engines on Audi A3?

With the vehicle raised and securely supported on stands, slowly rotate the roadwheel while inspecting the condition of the outer constant velocity (CV) joint rubber boot by squeezing it to open out the folds. Look for signs of cracking, splits, or deterioration of the rubber that may allow grease to escape and lead to water and grit entry into the joint, and also check the security and condition of the retaining clips. Repeat these checks on the inner joints by examining the condition of the CV joint boots. If any damage or deterioration is found, the boots should be renewed. At the same time, assess the general condition of the CV joints by holding the driveshaft and attempting to rotate the wheel, then repeating this check by holding the inner joint and attempting to rotate the driveshaft. Any appreciable movement indicates wear in the joints, wear in the driveshaft splines, or a loose driveshaft retaining nut.

How to remove and replace the CV Joint Boot on the driveshaft and constant velocity joint on Audi A3?

Take out the driveshaft of the vehicle with tripod type inner joints partaking a star shape on the outside. Clamp the driveshaft in a soft-jawed vice and remove the outer joint boot retaining clips, removing them with a scalpel. Position the CV joint boot to reveal the constant velocity joint and rub the excess grease off. Tap the joint off the driveshaft with a soft-faced mallet, remove the circlip, thrust washer, and dished washer and record their orientation. Dispose of the CV joint boot and wipe the constant velocity joint with an appropriate solvent, cleaning and checking it against wear or damage. Should any parts be worn, renew the complete joint assembly; otherwise, buy a new boot, clips, circlip, and grease. Tape the splines and then fling the new boot over the driveshaft and then take off the tape. Built in dished washer with the convex side inward, then thrust washer in and pack the joint with half the grease, leaving the rest in the boot. Install a new circlip and tap the joint on the driveshaft until the circlip clips. Make sure the boot is properly positioned and be sure to fit the large metal retaining clip with no loose ends. Test the movement of the joint, and reconnect the driveshaft to the vehicle. With tripod inner joints of the CV, identify the press-fit metal cover and unscrew the outer joint boot clips. Initially fasten the joint in the vice, pry the metal cap off, wipe off excess grease, and scrape away the O-ring. Alignment Marking Withdraw the outer member and keep rollers on the tripod. Wash the parts, check for wear, and should they appear to be all right, get a repair kit. Cover the splines, slide the new boot and clips over the driveshaft, and align the tripod with the previously marked marks. Install a new circlip, re-install the rollers, and grease the joint. Tie up the boot and examine the grease distribution, and install the O-ring and new cover, attaching it with tabs. In the case of bail-and-cage type inner CV joints, unscrew the boot clip, push the metal ring out of the joint, and scrape off surplus grease. Take out the circlip and push the driveshaft out of the joint and retrieve the dished washer. Unzip the boot, attach the dished washer, fit the joint, and use a new circlip. Installation: Mark the position where the boot will be installed, stuff the joint and boot with grease, position it, and then fix the boot clip. Last but not least, test the movement, and install the driveshaft to the car.

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Audi A3 Outer Boot Part Number: 1K0-498-203-A
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- Replaces: 3B0-498-203-E, 1J0-498-203-C
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- 2006-2013 Audi A3 | Base, TDI | 4 Cyl 2.0 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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- Other Name: Boot; Inner CV Joint Boot
- Position: Inner
- Replaces: 3C0-498-201-A
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- 2015-2016, 2010-2013 Audi A3 | TDI, TDI Premium, TDI Premium Plus, TDI Prestige | 4 Cyl 2.0 L DIESEL
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- Other Name: Boot; Inner Boot, Inner CV Joint Boot
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- 2022-2024 Audi A3 | Premium, Premium Plus, Prestige | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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- Other Name: Boot
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- Replaces: 1K0-498-201-K
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- 2017-2020 Audi A3 | Premium, Premium Plus, Prestige, Titanium | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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- Other Name: Boot
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- 2015-2016 Audi A3 | TDI Premium, TDI Premium Plus, TDI Prestige | 4 Cyl 2.0 L DIESEL
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- Other Name: Boot; Outer Boot
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- 2017-2020 Audi A3 | Premium, Premium Plus, Prestige, Titanium | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Audi A3 Inner Boot Part Number: 8X0-598-201
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- Other Name: Boot
- Position: Inner
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- 2013 Audi A3 | Base, TDI | 4 Cyl 2.0 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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- Other Name: Boot
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- 2015-2020 Audi A3 | 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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Audi A3 Outer CV Joint Boot Part Number: V04-017-001-BL
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- Other Name: Boot; Outer Boot, Outer CV Joint Boot
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- Other Name: Boot
- Position: Inner
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- 2006-2013 Audi A3 | Base, TDI | 4 Cyl 2.0 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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- Other Name: Boot
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- 2006-2008 Audi A3 | Base | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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- Other Name: Boot
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- 2006-2013 Audi A3 | Base, TDI | 4 Cyl 2.0 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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- Position: Left
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- Position: Right
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- Other Name: Boot
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- 2011-2013 Audi A3 | TDI | 4 Cyl 2.0 L DIESEL
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- Other Name: Boot
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- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Audi's factory warranty.
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- 2015-2020, 2008-2013 Audi A3 | Base, Premium, Premium Plus, Prestige, TDI, 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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- Other Name: Boot; Inner Boot, Inner CV Joint Boot
- Position: Left
- Replaces: 81A-498-201
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- 2022-2024 Audi A3 | Premium, Premium Plus, Prestige | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Audi A3 Outer Boot Part Number: 8J0-498-203
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- Other Name: Boot
- Position: Outer
- Replaces: 1K0-498-203-D
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Audi's factory warranty.
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- 2015-2016 Audi A3 | Premium, Premium Plus, Prestige | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS

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Audi A3 CV Joint Boot Parts and Q&A

Inner Boot
1K0-498-201
Q: How to inspect the condition of CV Joint Boot rubber gaiters and assess the general condition of CV joints for Petrol engines on Audi A3?
A:
With the vehicle raised and securely supported on stands, slowly rotate the roadwheel while inspecting the condition of the outer constant velocity (CV) joint rubber boot by squeezing it to open out the folds. Look for signs of cracking, splits, or deterioration of the rubber that may allow grease to escape and lead to water and grit entry into the joint, and also check the security and condition of the retaining clips. Repeat these checks on the inner joints by examining the condition of the CV joint boots. If any damage or deterioration is found, the boots should be renewed. At the same time, assess the general condition of the CV joints by holding the driveshaft and attempting to rotate the wheel, then repeating this check by holding the inner joint and attempting to rotate the driveshaft. Any appreciable movement indicates wear in the joints, wear in the driveshaft splines, or a loose driveshaft retaining nut.
Inner Boot
1K0-498-201-A
Q: How to remove and replace the CV Joint Boot on the driveshaft and constant velocity joint on Audi A3?
A:
Take out the Driveshaft of the vehicle with tripod type inner joints partaking a star shape on the outside. Clamp the driveshaft in a soft-jawed vice and remove the outer joint boot retaining clips, removing them with a scalpel. Position the CV joint boot to reveal the constant velocity joint and rub the excess grease off. Tap the joint off the driveshaft with a soft-faced mallet, remove the circlip, thrust washer, and dished washer and record their orientation. Dispose of the CV joint boot and wipe the constant velocity joint with an appropriate solvent, cleaning and checking it against wear or damage. Should any parts be worn, renew the complete joint assembly; otherwise, buy a new boot, clips, circlip, and grease. Tape the splines and then fling the new boot over the driveshaft and then take off the tape. Built in dished washer with the convex side inward, then thrust washer in and pack the joint with half the grease, leaving the rest in the boot. Install a new circlip and tap the joint on the driveshaft until the circlip clips. Make sure the boot is properly positioned and be sure to fit the large metal retaining clip with no loose ends. Test the movement of the joint, and reconnect the driveshaft to the vehicle. With tripod inner joints of the CV, identify the press-fit metal cover and unscrew the outer joint boot clips. Initially fasten the joint in the vice, pry the metal cap off, wipe off excess grease, and scrape away the O-ring. Alignment Marking Withdraw the outer member and keep rollers on the tripod. Wash the parts, check for wear, and should they appear to be all right, get a repair kit. Cover the splines, slide the new boot and clips over the driveshaft, and align the tripod with the previously marked marks. Install a new circlip, re-install the rollers, and grease the joint. Tie up the boot and examine the grease distribution, and install the O-ring and new cover, attaching it with tabs. In the case of bail-and-cage type inner CV joints, unscrew the boot clip, push the metal ring out of the joint, and scrape off surplus grease. Take out the circlip and push the driveshaft out of the joint and retrieve the dished washer. Unzip the boot, attach the dished washer, fit the joint, and use a new circlip. Installation: Mark the position where the boot will be installed, stuff the joint and boot with grease, position it, and then fix the boot clip. Last but not least, test the movement, and install the driveshaft to the car.