Volkswagen Caddy Mk2 Rear Brake Caliper Housing Left N/S 2K0615423B

Volkswagen Caddy Mk2 Rear Brake Caliper Housing Left N/S is an original component from the Brake calipers and brackets group, designed for vehicles with a diesel engine. It ensures stable, predictable operation of the rear axle braking system, which translates into safe vehicle handling during daily use.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 2K0615423B
• Mark: Volkswagen
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 2K0615423B
• Substitutable numbers: 2K0615423B, 2K0 615 423 B
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Fuel type: Diesel
• Part type: Brake Caliper & Bracket
• Category: Calipers & Brackets

Purpose and compatibility

The presented caliper housing is designed as a component mounted on the rear left side of the vehicle, in accordance with the factory design of the second-generation Volkswagen Caddy braking system. The construction is adapted to the specifics of diesel engine cars, where rear axle loads and braking system characteristics differ from petrol versions.

The original Volkswagen origin ensures the maintenance of proper mounting geometry, correct brake pad guidance, and accurate positioning relative to the disc, which facilitates installation and reduces the risk of improper brake operation.

Caliper housing construction and function in the braking system

The caliper housing plays a key role as the load-bearing part of the entire brake assembly on a given wheel. It is where working elements such as the piston, guide pins, or brake pads are mounted, as well as the brackets for the steering knuckle or rear beam. The stable, rigid construction of the housing ensures:

• maintaining a constant position of the pads relative to the disc during braking,
• even distribution of braking forces on the friction surface,
• proper cooperation with the vehicle's hydraulic system.

By maintaining factory design parameters, this caliper housing allows for the proper operation of the braking system in daily city driving, extra-urban driving, and under full load typical of the Caddy's utility character.

Condition, verification, and advantages of using a used part

The item is offered as a used part, which allows for an economical repair of the braking system while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. In practice, this means a favorable combination of purchase cost and proper fitment for the specific vehicle model.

Choosing an original, used caliper housing is particularly beneficial when you want to:

• maintain the factory design of the braking system,
• avoid problems with fitting aftermarket replacements of uncertain specifications,
• reduce service costs while maintaining proper brake performance.

To better prepare for an informed purchase of brake components from the secondary market, it is worth using a guide describing the selection of used components – detailed tips can be found in the article Second-hand braking system: how to safely choose discs, calipers, and ABS?.

Practical installation and maintenance tips

When replacing the caliper housing on the rear left axle, it is recommended to simultaneously check the condition of the disc, pads, brake lines, and mounting elements. Proper installation includes, among other things, thorough cleaning of contact surfaces, the use of appropriate assembly agents on the guide pins, and bleeding the system after work is completed.

Due to the nature of the rear caliper's operation in diesel-powered cars, regular inspection of the condition of friction elements and the tightness of the hydraulic system allows for maintaining stable braking efficiency and even pad wear on both sides of the axle.

Brake system service expansion

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the braking zone in your Volkswagen and need other elements from the same group, such as additional housings, mounts, or brackets, check the available parts in the Volkswagen Brake calipers and brackets category.

For users of Volkswagen vehicles equipped with advanced all-wheel-drive systems who want to better understand the cooperation between the drivetrain and the braking system, as well as typical service elements, the following comparative material may also be helpful: xDrive, 4Matic, quattro or 4Motion – a comparison of AWD systems from BMW, Mercedes, Audi, and VW.