2018 Audi RS5 Drivetrain Parts

This table covers the complete CV axle shafts from differential (or hub) to wheel. Typical signs include a click in tight turns, grease flung around the wheel well, or a vibration that builds with speed. A torn boot caught early is a boot kit; caught late it is the whole axle. Torque the axle nut to the method in the notes. Read more

6 CV Axle parts are listed for the 2018 Audi RS5, from TOP NOTCH, GSP, APWI and 1 other brand. TOP NOTCH TN19007PR carries the "Popular" badge.

The Premium section lists 2 options from TOP NOTCH and GSP — a step above OE specification in materials, tolerances or warranty terms. TOP NOTCH TN19007PR is listed in this group.

The Standard Replacement section lists 3 options from APWI, GSP and TOP NOTCH — built to original-equipment specification. APWI AD8352 is listed in this group.

1 ungrouped part is not assigned to a grade, with the same engine-level match.

Listed part numbers: TOP NOTCH TN19007PR, GSP PR23011 and APWI AD8352, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the constant-velocity joints at each end of a drive axle. Read more

2 CV Joint parts are listed for the 2018 Audi RS5, from GKN and VAICO.

This group includes GKN 306277 and VAICO V107738.

This table covers the boots that keep grease in a CV joint. Typical signs include a split boot, grease flung around the joint, or a click once grit is inside. A boot caught early is a kit. Once the joint has clicked, the joint itself is usually worn. Read more

5 CV Joint Boot parts are listed for the 2018 Audi RS5, from GKN, BECK/ARNLEY, REIN and 1 other brand. BECK/ARNLEY 1033141 carries the "Popular" badge.

This group includes BECK/ARNLEY 1033141, GKN 306313 and GKN 306188 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the driveshafts that carry torque from the transmission or transfer case. Read more

2 Drive Shaft parts for the 2018 Audi RS5 come from 2 brands — GKN and VAICO.

This group includes GKN GKNP20133 and VAICO V107729.

This table covers the gear oils specified for the axle or transfer case. Typical signs include a low-oil lamp, knocking, or oil that has gone thin before the next interval. Match the viscosity and spec in the notes, not just the weight on the bottle. Read more

VALVOLINE supplies the 8 Gear Oil parts for the 2018 Audi RS5. VALVOLINE VV982 carries the "Popular" badge.

In the SAE 75W-140 grade, VALVOLINE supplies 4 parts: grouped under the catalog's "SAE 75W-140" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is VALVOLINE VV982.

In the SAE 75W-90 grade, VALVOLINE supplies 4 parts: grouped under the catalog's "SAE 75W-90" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is VALVOLINE VV975.

Part numbers include VALVOLINE VV982, VALVOLINE 889787 and VALVOLINE 887344, among others listed above.

This table covers the fluids specified for the transfer case. Typical signs include discolored fluid, a burnt smell, or a level that keeps dropping. Use only the specification in the notes — the tables group grades because they are not interchangeable. Read more

7 Transfer Case Fluid parts are listed for the 2018 Audi RS5, from VALVOLINE and VAICO. VALVOLINE VV975 carries the "Popular" badge.

Part numbers include VALVOLINE VV975, VALVOLINE 889785 and VAICO V600430, among others listed above.