Audi A3 S3 8V Brake Caliper Front Right O/S Wheel Braking Unit 8V0615124B

The Front Right Brake Caliper for Audi A3 / S3 8V is an original Audi braking system component, designed for the front axle on the passenger side. This OEM solution ensures proper fitment with the hub, disc, and pads, as well as stable operation of the entire braking system in daily use.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8V0615124B-2
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8V0615124B
• Substitutable numbers: 8V0615124B, 8V0 615 124 B
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Category: Calipers & Brackets

Vehicle Application and Placement

The presented brake caliper is dedicated for installation on the front right axle of Audi A3 / S3 8V generation models. Its placement on the vehicle is clearly defined, which simplifies part selection during brake system repairs and minimizes the risk of ordering errors.

This component belongs to the Brake Calipers and Brackets group, making it suitable for both standard replacement of worn parts and post-collision repairs where a complete braking circuit on one side of the vehicle needs to be rebuilt.

Technical and Functional Characteristics

The caliper is designed as a factory Audi component, which means it maintains the correct mounting geometry, appropriate piston travel, and compatibility with the brake line and caliper bracket. The construction ensures:

• stable pad guidance relative to the disc,
• even distribution of braking force across the friction surface,
• correct interaction with the vehicle's factory ABS/ESP system,
• direct installation in place of the original component.

As part of the Brake Calipers and Brackets group, this component is a crucial link in transferring hydraulic pressure from the brake master cylinder to the disc, influencing braking effectiveness and vehicle stability during intense deceleration.

Condition, Origin, and Benefits of Choosing a Used Part

The offered caliper is a used part, sourced from vehicle dismantling. This type of OEM part allows for the preservation of factory braking system performance parameters while reducing repair costs compared to purchasing a new assembly. For many users, this represents a sensible compromise between quality and service budget.

Before installation, a standard service procedure is recommended: checking for leaks, free piston movement, condition of threads and mounting surfaces, and replacing the brake fluid according to the vehicle manufacturer's recommendations. This approach enhances the durability of the entire system and reduces the risk of uneven braking.

If you want to better prepare for purchasing parts from this group, a guide describing the selection of used brake system components will be helpful – you can find it in the article Used Brake System: How to Safely Choose Discs, Calipers, and ABS?.

Application in Service Practice

This front right brake caliper is suitable for both typical replacement of a worn component and for repairs after mechanical damage (e.g., after hitting an obstacle or a collision that caused deformation of the steering knuckle or hub). Thanks to the preservation of factory mounting parameters, it can be used in independent workshops and services specializing in the Audi brand.

In service practice, it is particularly important that the component comes from the same design family as the calipers originally fitted to the Audi A3 / S3 8V, which facilitates:

• maintaining correct brake system geometry,
• avoiding problems with fitting brake lines and caliper brackets,
• maintaining predictable vehicle behavior during emergency braking.

Audi Braking System Expansion

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