1998-2005 Audi A4, Volkswagen Passat Battery Ground Strap / Cable 8E1971235

OEM Part #: 8E1-971-235 (8E1971235)

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Donor2003 Audi A4 · 1.8
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Battery Ground Strap / Cable 8E1971235 — Used (SKU 273925)
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This used OEM Audi/VW battery ground strap / cable (8E1971235) provides the main electrical ground path for starting and charging systems. It replaces earlier part 8D1971235B and is suited for 1.8L turbo and 2.8L V6 engines in certain Audi and Volkswagen models. Corrosion or fraying in this strap can cause intermittent starting failures, dim lights, or erratic electrical behavior—a common issue in older European cars.

Specifications

Specifications for Battery Ground Strap / Cable 8E1971235
Fits Vehicle ModelA4, Passat
Fits Vehicle MakeAudi, Volkswagen
OEM Part No8E1-971-235 (8E1971235)
Compatible OEM Part No 8D1-971-235-B
CategoryWiring / Harness

Compatible Vehicles

Fits 41 vehicle configurations across 2 makes, 1998-2005.

Check your specific vehicle before ordering. This list shows year, make, and model. Some years have multiple trims or engines that use different parts, and individual listings may have additional fitment notes (e.g. “with sunroof only”). Review the full variant list below, or message us with your VIN and we’ll confirm the match.

Audi

  • A4 1999-2004 · 17 variants 4 with notes

Volkswagen

  • Passat 1998-2005 · 24 variants 8 with notes
View all 41 vehicle configurations — 12 with fitment notes
Full vehicle fitment list for Battery Ground Strap / Cable 8E1971235
Year Make Model Trim Engine Note
2004 Audi A4 Quattro Sedan 1.8L l4 Turbo For Vehicles Where Last 6 Digits of VIN Number are Less Than 030000
2000 Volkswagen Passat Wagon 2.8L V6
1999 Volkswagen Passat Sedan 2.8L V6
1999 Volkswagen Passat Wagon 2.8L V6
2000 Volkswagen Passat 4 Wagon 2.8L V6
2000 Volkswagen Passat Sedan 2.8L V6
2001 Audi A4 Sedan 2.8L V6
2000 Audi A4 Sedan 2.8L V6
1998 Volkswagen Passat Sedan 2.8L V6
1999 Audi A4 Sedan 1.8L l4 Turbo
2003 Audi A4 Convertible 1.8L l4 Turbo
2004 Audi A4 Convertible 1.8L l4 Turbo For Vehicles Where Last 6 Digits of VIN Number are Less Than 003500
2003 Audi A4 Quattro Sedan 1.8L l4 Turbo
2004 Audi A4 Sedan 1.8L l4 Turbo For Vehicles Where Last 6 Digits of VIN Number are Less Than 030000
2004 Volkswagen Passat Sedan 2.8L V6 For Vehicles with Engine Code(s) ATQ
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
2001 Volkswagen Passat 4 Sedan 2.8L V6
2003 Volkswagen Passat Sedan 2.8L V6
2001 Volkswagen Passat Wagon 2.8L V6
2001 Volkswagen Passat Sedan 2.8L V6
2003 Volkswagen Passat 4 Sedan 2.8L V6
2004 Volkswagen Passat Wagon 2.8L V6 For Vehicles with Engine Code(s) ATQ
1999 Audi A4 Sedan 2.8L V6
2005 Volkswagen Passat Sedan 2.8L V6 For Vehicles with Engine Code(s) ATQ
1998 Volkswagen Passat Wagon 2.8L V6
2003 Volkswagen Passat Wagon 2.8L V6
2001 Volkswagen Passat 4 Wagon 2.8L V6
2003 Audi A4 Sedan 1.8L l4 Turbo
2000 Audi A4 Sedan 1.8L l4 Turbo
2001 Audi A4 Sedan 1.8L l4 Turbo
2003 Audi A4 Quattro Wagon 1.8L l4 Turbo
2002 Audi A4 Sedan 1.8L l4 Turbo
2004 Audi A4 Quattro Wagon 1.8L l4 Turbo For Vehicles Where Last 6 Digits of VIN Number are Less Than 030000
2002 Audi A4 Quattro Sedan 1.8L l4 Turbo
2002 Audi A4 Quattro Wagon 1.8L l4 Turbo
2005 Volkswagen Passat 4 Wagon 2.8L V6 For Vehicles with Engine Code(s) ATQ
2000 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
2003 Volkswagen Passat 4 Wagon 2.8L V6

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