Audi A3 8Y Q2 VW Golf Mk8 Clutch Pedal Slave Cylinder 5Q0721261M

Audi A3 8Y Q2 VW Golf Mk8 Clutch Actuator Slave Cylinder Clutch Pump is a component from the Other Clutch Parts category, designed for operation in the clutch release system of modern VAG group models. Original origin from the Audi brand ensures precise fit to the drivetrain and stable clutch operating parameters.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 5Q0721261M
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 5Q0721261M
• Substitutable numbers: 5Q0721261M, 5Q0 721 261 M
• Category: Additional Clutch Parts

Purpose and Role in the Clutch System

The clutch actuator, also known as the clutch slave cylinder, is responsible for hydraulically disengaging the drive between the engine and the gearbox. In vehicles such as the Audi A3 8Y, Audi Q2, or VW Golf Mk8, this component works with the clutch pedal and other system components, ensuring:

• repeatable clutch engagement point with every pedal press,
• stable hydraulic pressure transfer to the clutch release bearing,
• smooth drive disengagement and engagement without jerks or delays.

A functional actuator is crucial for comfortable gear changes, gearbox protection, and the overall durability of the entire drivetrain system.

Technical Characteristics and Fitment

The offered component comes from the Audi OE line, meaning it is a part designed according to the vehicle manufacturer's standards. Thanks to this:

• geometry and mounting points are consistent with factory solutions used in the Audi A3 8Y, Audi Q2, and VW Golf Mk8,
• materials used are adapted for operation under high pressure and variable temperatures in the engine bay,
• piston stroke and operating parameters are matched to the factory clutch system of the specific model.

By adhering to OEM specifications, installation is similar to factory fitting, without the need for modifications or adapter brackets.

Condition, Verification, and Practical Application

The product is used, allowing for an economical repair of the clutch system while maintaining the original Audi construction. Such components are often chosen by workshops specializing in the brand when they aim to:

• preserve the factory clutch feel in Audi and VW cars,
• reduce service costs while using OE-origin parts,
• ensure compatibility with existing gearbox and pedal components.

The actuator is suitable for both a standard replacement of a worn part and for repairs of systems experiencing bleeding issues, a hard clutch pedal, or incomplete clutch disengagement.

Benefits of Using an Original Audi Clutch Actuator

Choosing an original part from the Other Clutch Parts category for Audi and VW translates into a number of practical advantages:

• consistency with the system's factory design – no risk of mismatch in stroke, threads, or hydraulic connections,
• predictable vehicle behavior during starting, gear changes, and driving in traffic,
• reduced load on other clutch components due to proper force transfer from the pedal,
• easier future diagnostics, as operating parameters match Audi's service documentation.

For users who value the characteristic Audi driving feel, using an original actuator helps maintain consistent clutch feedback similar to that offered by the car when it left the factory.

Other Audi Clutch Parts and Knowledge about Used Components

If you are looking for other parts from the Other Clutch Parts category for Audi, check out the Audi Other Clutch Parts available in our store to select components matched to your specific model and powertrain version.

Want to better understand how original components influence your car's driving character? Read the article Audi and Pure Emotion. How Used Parts Help Maintain the Brand's DNA?, where we discuss why properly selected parts – from the steering system to the clutch – allow you to retain the typical Audi driving experience.

If you have doubts about choosing a used component, it is also worth reading the material Used Car Parts: Myths and Facts You Need to Know, where we explain when a used part can be a sensible and technically safe alternative to a new replacement.