4E0301823B Volkswagen SPACER

Spacers, basically, maintain the correct distance between parts. They’re simple – usually just a metal or plastic ring – but they’re all about precise positioning. They can go in a bunch of different places within the gearbox, but always to create the right gap. Sometimes they control how far a gear meshes with another, other times it's about how much a bearing can move. Inside the gearbox, everything needs to work together smoothly. Gears spin at different speeds, bearings need room to operate, and shafts need to line up just right. The spacer is there to ensure that everything is properly aligned and has the correct amount of play. It’s a supporting actor, but a vital one. It's often used between gears themselves, or around bearing races to control pre – load. If a spacer fails, or if the wrong one is used, things can get messy quickly. You’ll notice if one goes bad – typically it’ll start with noise. Grinding, whining, or clicking coming from the transmission area. It can also cause premature wear on the gears and bearings, because they're not running as they should. Eventually, things can seize up completely. It's a small part with a big job, honestly. You can find a good selection of these – and diagrams to help you identify the right one for your vehicle – over at Fixparts Online, if you're looking. It’s much cheaper to replace a spacer than to rebuild a whole gearbox, so it’s worth getting right. We’ve got your back: Spacer (MPN 4E0301823B) is covered for 12 months!

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