2022-2025 Audi / Volkswagen Ground Cable / Strap 5WA971538A
OEM Part #: 5WA-971-538-A (5WA971538A)
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Donor2023 Audi A3 · 2.0L · 26k miles
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SKU: 582828
Donor Vehicle: 2023 Audi A3 · 2.0L · 26k miles
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SKU: 698089
Donor Vehicle: 2025 Volkswagen ATLAS · 2.0L · 9k miles
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SKU: 709017
Donor Vehicle: 2024 Audi A3 · 2.0L · 17k miles
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A used genuine OEM Ground Cable / Strap from Audi/Volkswagen, part number 5WA971538A. Also called a ground strap, this cable provides the critical electrical ground path between the engine and chassis. A failing ground strap can cause erratic electrical behavior, dim lights, or starting issues. This unit fits Audi A3/S3/RS3 and Volkswagen Atlas/Golf R/GTI with 1.4L, 2.0L (including MHEV), or 2.5L turbocharged engines, such as the EA888 series.
Specifications
| Fits Vehicle Model | A3, Atlas, Golf R, GTI, RS3, S3 |
| Fits Vehicle Make | Audi, Volkswagen |
| OEM Part No | 5WA-971-538-A (5WA971538A) |
| Category | Wiring / Harness |
Compatible Vehicles
Fits 23 vehicle configurations across 2 makes, 2022-2025.
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View all 23 vehicle configurations — 6 with fitment notes
| Year | Make | Model | Trim | Engine | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Volkswagen | Golf R | Hatchback | 2.0L l4 Turbo | |
| 2023 | Volkswagen | Golf R | Hatchback | 2.0L l4 Turbo | |
| 2025 | Volkswagen | GTI | Hatchback | 2.0L l4 Turbo | |
| 2025 | Volkswagen | Golf R | Hatchback | 2.0L l4 Turbo | |
| 2022 | Volkswagen | Golf R | Hatchback | 2.0L l4 Turbo | |
| 2025 | Audi | S3 | Sedan | 2.0L l4 Turbo | 12 VOLT S3 |
| 2025 | Audi | A3 | Quattro Sedan | 2.0L l4 Turbo | 12 VOLT A3 |
| 2024 | Volkswagen | Atlas | SUV | 2.0L l4 Turbo | For Vehicles with Production Date After 09/23/24 |
| 2022 | Audi | A3 | Sedan | 2.0L l4 Turbo | |
| 2023 | Audi | A3 | Sedan | 2.0L l4 Turbo | |
| 2024 | Audi | A3 | Quattro Sedan | 2.0L l4 Turbo | |
| 2023 | Audi | A3 | Quattro Sedan | 2.0L l4 Turbo | |
| 2022 | Audi | A3 | Quattro Sedan | 2.0L l4 Turbo | |
| 2024 | Audi | A3 | Sedan | 2.0L l4 Turbo | |
| 2023 | Volkswagen | GTI | Hatchback | 2.0L l4 Turbo | |
| 2022 | Audi | RS3 | Sedan | 2.5L l5 Turbo | For Vehicles With Production date Up To 08/03/20 |
| 2024 | Audi | RS3 | Sedan | 2.5L l5 Turbo | For Vehicles With Production date Up To 08/03/20 |
| 2022 | Volkswagen | GTI | Hatchback | 2.0L l4 Turbo | |
| 2024 | Volkswagen | GTI | Hatchback | 2.0L l4 Turbo | |
| 2024 | Audi | S3 | Sedan | 2.0L l4 Turbo | |
| 2023 | Audi | S3 | Sedan | 2.0L l4 Turbo | |
| 2023 | Audi | RS3 | Sedan | 2.5L l5 Turbo | For Vehicles With Production date Up To 08/03/20 |
| 2022 | Audi | S3 | Sedan | 2.0L l4 Turbo |