1996-2005 Audi / Volkswagen Battery Ground Strap / Cable 8D1971235B
OEM Part #: 8D1-971-235-B (8D1971235B)
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Donor1998 Audi A6 · 2.8L
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Donor Vehicle: 1998 Audi A6 · 2.8L
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Audi battery ground strap / cable, OEM part number 8D1971235B, is a used genuine factory component. This ground cable connects the battery's negative terminal to the vehicle's chassis, completing the electrical circuit for the starter and alternator. When this strap corrodes or develops a break, common symptoms include dim headlights, slow cranking, or intermittent electrical failures. It fits multiple Audi and Volkswagen models with 1.8L and 2.8L engines.
Specifications
| Fits Vehicle Model | A4, A6, Passat |
| Fits Vehicle Make | Audi, Volkswagen |
| OEM Part No | 8D1-971-235-B (8D1971235B) |
| Category | Wiring / Harness |
Compatible Vehicles
Fits 49 vehicle configurations across 2 makes, 1996-2005.
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View all 49 vehicle configurations — 12 with fitment notes
| Year | Make | Model | Trim | Engine | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | Audi | A6 | Quattro Wagon | 2.8L V6 | |
| 2002 | Volkswagen | Passat | Wagon | 2.8L V6 | |
| 2005 | Volkswagen | Passat | Sedan | 2.8L V6 | For Vehicles with Engine Code(s) ATQ |
| 2004 | Volkswagen | Passat | Sedan | 2.8L V6 | For Vehicles with Engine Code(s) ATQ |
| 2003 | Volkswagen | Passat | 4 Wagon | 2.8L V6 | For Vehicles with Engine Code(s) ATQ |
| 2001 | Volkswagen | Passat | 4 Wagon | 2.8L V6 | |
| 2001 | Audi | A6 | Sedan | 2.8L V6 | |
| 1998 | Audi | A4 | Quattro Wagon | 2.8L V6 | |
| 1999 | Audi | A6 | Quattro Sedan | 2.8L V6 | |
| 2002 | Volkswagen | Passat | 4 Sedan | 2.8L V6 | |
| 2004 | Volkswagen | Passat | 4 Sedan | 2.8L V6 | For Vehicles with Engine Code(s) ATQ |
| 2004 | Volkswagen | Passat | 4 Wagon | 2.8L V6 | For Vehicles with Engine Code(s) ATQ |
| 2005 | Volkswagen | Passat | 4 Wagon | 2.8L V6 | For Vehicles with Engine Code(s) ATQ |
| 2003 | Volkswagen | Passat | Wagon | 2.8L V6 | For Vehicles with Engine Code(s) ATQ |
| 2001 | Audi | A6 | Quattro Sedan | 2.8L V6 | |
| 2000 | Audi | A6 | Quattro Sedan | 2.8L V6 | |
| 1999 | Audi | A4 | Quattro Sedan | 2.8L V6 | |
| 2002 | Volkswagen | Passat | Sedan | 2.8L V6 | |
| 1999 | Audi | A4 | Quattro Sedan | 1.8L l4 Turbo | |
| 1999 | Audi | A4 | Sedan | 1.8L l4 Turbo | |
| 1998 | Audi | A4 | Quattro Sedan | 1.8L l4 Turbo | |
| 2001 | Audi | A6 | Quattro Wagon | 2.8L V6 | |
| 1999 | Audi | A4 | Quattro Wagon | 1.8L l4 Turbo | |
| 1998 | Audi | A4 | Sedan | 1.8L l4 Turbo | |
| 1997 | Audi | A4 | Sedan | 1.8L l4 Turbo | |
| 1997 | Audi | A4 | Quattro Sedan | 1.8L l4 Turbo | |
| 2004 | Volkswagen | Passat | Wagon | 2.8L V6 | For Vehicles with Engine Code(s) ATQ |
| 2001 | Volkswagen | Passat | Sedan | 2.8L V6 | |
| 2003 | Volkswagen | Passat | Sedan | 2.8L V6 | For Vehicles with Engine Code(s) ATQ |
| 1998 | Audi | A6 | Quattro Sedan | 2.8L V6 | |
| 1998 | Audi | A4 | Wagon | 2.8L V6 | |
| 1996 | Audi | A4 | Sedan | 2.8L V6 | |
| 2000 | Audi | A6 | Sedan | 2.8L V6 | |
| 1998 | Audi | A4 | Quattro Sedan | 2.8L V6 | |
| 1998 | Audi | A4 | Sedan | 2.8L V6 | |
| 2001 | Volkswagen | Passat | 4 Sedan | 2.8L V6 | |
| 1999 | Audi | A4 | Sedan | 2.8L V6 | |
| 1998 | Audi | A6 | Sedan | 2.8L V6 | |
| 1997 | Audi | A4 | Quattro Sedan | 2.8L V6 | |
| 1997 | Audi | A4 | Sedan | 2.8L V6 | |
| 1996 | Audi | A4 | Quattro Sedan | 2.8L V6 | |
| 1999 | Audi | A4 | Quattro Wagon | 2.8L V6 | |
| 2002 | Volkswagen | Passat | 4 Wagon | 2.8L V6 | |
| 2001 | Volkswagen | Passat | Wagon | 2.8L V6 | |
| 2000 | Audi | A6 | Quattro Wagon | 2.8L V6 | |
| 2005 | Volkswagen | Passat | 4 Sedan | 2.8L V6 | For Vehicles with Engine Code(s) ATQ |
| 2005 | Volkswagen | Passat | Wagon | 2.8L V6 | For Vehicles with Engine Code(s) ATQ |
| 1999 | Audi | A6 | Sedan | 2.8L V6 | |
| 2003 | Volkswagen | Passat | 4 Sedan | 2.8L V6 | For Vehicles with Engine Code(s) ATQ |