Audi A3 8P VW Golf Mk5 Rear Brake Caliper Wheel Brake Unit Right O/S 1K0615424N

Audi A3 8P VW Golf Mk5 Rear Brake Caliper Wheel Brake Unit Right O/S is an original brake system component designed for installation on the rear axle on the passenger side. Thanks to the factory Audi design, this used sub-assembly ensures proper brake pad guidance, stable piston operation, and predictable vehicle behavior during braking, which translates into safe and repeatable braking performance.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 1K0615424N-1
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 1K0615424N
• Substitutable numbers: 1K0615424N, 1K0 615 424 N
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Part type: Brake Caliper & Bracket
• Category: Calipers & Brackets

Purpose and vehicle fitment

The presented caliper is dedicated for installation on the rear right side of vehicles from the Audi and Volkswagen family, including the Audi A3 8P and VW Golf Mk5. The placement on the vehicle is precisely defined, which facilitates the selection of the correct component when repairing the brake system and minimizes the risk of errors when ordering parts.

The original origin from the Audi group promotes the maintenance of factory brake system operating parameters – from mounting geometry and piston travel to cooperation with the carrier and brake pads. This solution is particularly beneficial for servicing cars where maintaining consistency with factory specifications is important.

Construction and role in the brake system

The caliper belongs to the Brake calipers and carriers group, responsible for generating the clamping force of the pads against the disc and stable guidance of friction elements. As a complete rear right wheel unit, it integrates the piston mechanism and mounting points for the steering knuckle and carrier into a single housing.

In practice, this means that this component:

• transfers pressure from the hydraulic system into pad clamping force,
• maintains the correct position of the pads relative to the disc,
• works with other rear axle components, ensuring even braking on the right side,
• allows the vehicle to maintain stability during emergency braking and while support systems (ABS, ESP – if present in the given unit) are active.

Characteristics of the used OEM component

This is a used Audi brake caliper, sourced from dismantling, which allows for combining original build quality with an attractive repair cost. Compared to low-budget replacements, a factory Audi group caliper usually offers better fitment with the carrier, brake lines, and mounting elements, which facilitates installation and limits the need for modifications.

Choosing an original, used sub-assembly is particularly beneficial in vehicles used intensively, where the predictability of the brake system's operation and the possibility of subsequent service based on standard workshop procedures are important.

Benefits of using the Audi A3 8P / VW Golf Mk5 rear right caliper

By installing this caliper on the rear right axle, you gain:

• factory fitment to the hub and steering knuckle construction,
• consistency with other rear axle brake system components,
• the ability to perform service based on standard manufacturer procedures,
• a reasonable repair cost thanks to the use of a used OEM component.

For workshops and private users, this means predictable installation without the need to adapt non-standard replacements or modify mounts.

Technical support and additional information

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the braking zone in your Audi and need other elements from the same group, such as calipers for the left side, carriers, or mounting brackets, check the available parts in the Audi brake calipers and carriers category.

To better plan your service and optimize costs, it is worth reading the guide describing the advantages of using original parts from dismantling – especially in the case of the brake system. Practical tips can be found in the article Brake calipers under the microscope: How to effectively reduce brake system repair costs by choosing proven recycled parts, which will help you consciously select components for your car.