Audi A5 8T Brake Caliper Rear Right O/S Wheel Brake Unit Red 8K0615404E

Audi A5 8T Rear Right Red Brake Caliper is an original part from the Brake Calipers and Brackets group, designed for the rear right axle in Audi models. The red finish gives the braking system a distinctly sporty character while maintaining factory geometry and performance parameters. This is a solution for drivers who want to combine proven design with an aesthetic accent in the braking area.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8K0615404E
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8K0615404E
• Substitutable numbers: 8K0615404E, 8K0 615 404 E
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Color: Red
• Category: Calipers & Brackets

Intended Use and Vehicle Placement

The presented caliper is designed for installation on the rear right side of the braking system. This placement requires precise fitting to the caliper bracket, disc, and brake line, which is why using an original Audi caliper minimizes the risk of installation and subsequent operational issues.

The component works with the factory braking system of the Audi A5 8T, ensuring proper pad guidance, even pressure on the disc, and stable piston operation throughout its stroke range.

Technical Characteristics and Color

The caliper belongs to the Brake Calipers and Brackets group, meaning it is responsible for a key stage of braking force generation – converting hydraulic pressure into pad pressure on the disc. The design intended by the manufacturer ensures adequate body rigidity, resistance to thermal loads, and stable operation during repeated braking.

The red finish serves both an aesthetic and practical purpose – it allows for easy visual assessment of the caliper's surface condition during inspections and emphasizes the sporty character of the rear axle, especially when combined with open-design wheels.

Benefits of Using an Original Audi Caliper

Choosing an original brake caliper for the Audi A5 8T translates into a number of practical advantages:

• factory fit to the hub, caliper bracket, and brake disc,
• maintenance of the manufacturer's intended braking characteristics on the rear axle,
• visual consistency with other Audi braking system components,
• reduction of the risk of bleeding and piston operation issues after installation.

Thanks to this, you maintain the original braking system performance characteristics, which directly impacts vehicle stability during straight-line and cornering braking.

Component Condition and Practical Application

The offered caliper is a used part, which in practice means the possibility of an economical repair of the braking system while maintaining the original Audi design. This solution is particularly beneficial when replacing a single caliper after mechanical failure or piston seizure.

Before installation, the standard service procedure is recommended: check the working surfaces, lines, caliper bracket, and pads, followed by proper bleeding of the system. A caliper prepared in this way allows for the safe restoration of full functionality to the rear right braking zone.

Selection and Additional Technical Information

The part has a dedicated OEM part number and related interchangeable numbers, which facilitates unambiguous identification in Audi catalogs and matching to a specific vehicle configuration. It is worth verifying the compatibility of these designations with the vehicle's documentation or the number on the removed caliper to avoid selection errors.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the braking area in your Audi and need other parts from the same group, such as additional calipers, caliper brackets, or mounting brackets, check the available parts in the Audi Brake Calipers and Brackets category.

When selecting used braking system components, it is advisable to follow a proven inspection procedure. A detailed list of steps to pay attention to when purchasing calipers, discs, and ABS components can be found in the article: Used Braking System: How to Safely Select Discs, Calipers, and ABS?

If you want to better understand how original, used components help maintain the characteristic driving dynamics and brand styling, also check out the material: Audi and Pure Emotion. How Used Parts Help Maintain the Brand's DNA?