VW Volkswagen Golf Mk7 Drive Shaft Front Axle Right O/S 2.0 TFSI 5Q0407272CG

VW Volkswagen Golf Mk7 Drive Shaft Front Axle Right O/S 2.0 TFSI is a drivetrain component designed for vehicles with an automatic transmission and a diesel engine. As an original Audi Group component, it ensures a precise fit with the wheel hub and transmission, stable operation under load, and predictable drivetrain performance in daily use. This used part allows for an economical yet technically sound repair of the drivetrain in a Golf Mk7.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 5Q0407272CG
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 5Q0407272CG
• Substitutable numbers: 5Q0407272CG, 5Q0 407 272 CG
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Fuel type: Diesel
• Gearbox type: Automatic
• Part type: Driveshaft
• Category: Driveshafts

Purpose and compatibility

The presented drive shaft is designed for operation on the front axle, right side in a Volkswagen Golf Mk7 with a diesel engine and automatic transmission. The design was developed according to factory requirements, which translates into proper cooperation with the hub, joints, and transmission, without the need for modifications to other suspension or drivetrain components.

By maintaining factory dimensions and geometry, the shaft maintains the correct torque transmission line, reduces vibrations, and supports vehicle stability during acceleration, engine braking, and load changes.

Construction and operating parameters

The drive shaft belongs to the Drive shafts category, meaning it is responsible for transmitting torque from the transmission to the drive wheel. The construction used is adapted to the characteristics of a diesel engine and an automatic transmission, which generate specific torsional and impact loads.

Key functional features of this component include:

• stable torque transmission at variable rotational speeds,
• operation on the front axle while maintaining appropriate stiffness and torsional flexibility,
• fitment to factory mounting points in the suspension and transmission,
• adaptation to the operating characteristics of an automatic transmission combined with a diesel engine.

This configuration helps reduce unwanted vibrations and noise while maintaining the correct geometry of the drivetrain throughout the entire suspension travel range.

Application in the drivetrain

The front right drive shaft in a Golf Mk7 plays a vital role in the entire drivetrain system – from the transmission to the wheel. It is responsible for:

• transmitting torque to the right drive wheel,
• compensating for suspension movements and wheel steering,
• maintaining smooth acceleration and gear downshifts,
• stable cooperation with the differential and other drivetrain components.

In the case of symptoms such as vibrations during acceleration, knocking when starting off, or noticeable play in the drivetrain, replacing the drive shaft with an original Audi Group component is a technically justified solution that restores proper system operation.

For drivers who also observe noise from the differential or final drive, an article explaining why choosing original used drivetrain components is beneficial may be helpful – details can be found in the material Humming differential? Find out why a used OEM final drive is a better investment than an uncertain replacement.

Benefits of choosing an original Audi drive shaft

Choosing an original Audi Group drive shaft for a Volkswagen Golf Mk7 primarily means guaranteed structural fitment and the preservation of factory drivetrain operating parameters. Unlike random replacements, an OEM component is designed for specific loads, vehicle weight, and the operating characteristics of the engine and transmission.

A used component allows for a significant reduction in repair costs while maintaining proper build quality and compliance with factory specifications. This solution is particularly beneficial during comprehensive drivetrain work, when joints, wheel bearings, or suspension components are being diagnosed simultaneously.

To maximize the potential of used components and extend their durability, it is worth checking out practical tips regarding operation and maintenance – you will find them in the guide How to extend the life of used car parts.

Repair expansion – Audi drive shafts

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the drivetrain area in your Audi and need other components from the same group, such as additional shafts, joints, or elements working with the transmission, check out the available parts in the Audi drive shafts category.