Audi RS5 F5 Rear Brake Caliper Housing Brake Unit Right O/S 330x22 8W0615404D

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The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Audi RS5 F5 Rear Brake Caliper Housing Brake Unit Right O/S is a component from the Brake Calipers and Brackets category, designed to work with a 330x22 disc. The original Audi design ensures a proper fit for the rear axle braking system, stable mounting, and predictable performance during intensive braking. This is a solution for users who expect precise brake operation while maintaining the vehicle's factory characteristics.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8W0615404D
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8W0615404D
• Substitutable numbers: 8W0615404D, 8W0 615 404 D
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Category: Calipers & Brackets

Purpose and vehicle placement

The presented caliper is designed for installation on the rear, right side of the vehicle, which is crucial for the correct distribution of braking force and the operation of electronic stability control systems. The dedicated placement reduces the risk of incorrect installation and facilitates the mechanic's work, especially when servicing the rear axle in high-performance cars.

Compatibility with a specific disc diameter and thickness allows for maintaining the appropriate contact surface between the pad and the disc, which translates into repeatable braking efficiency and even wear of friction elements.

Caliper construction and function

The caliper acts as a precise clamping mechanism that transfers force from the hydraulic system to the brake pads. The solid housing ensures stable pad guidance, and the properly selected geometry supports even pressure on the disc during braking across the full range of operating temperatures.

In practice, this means:

• consistent brake system performance during repetitive, heavy braking,
• better vehicle control at high speeds,
• reduction of vibrations and noise resulting from improper pad operation.

Benefits of using an original Audi caliper

The original caliper designed for the Audi RS5 F5 ensures factory-fit compatibility with the hub, disc, and brake hardware, which minimizes the need for additional modifications. As a result, installation is predictable, and the brake system maintains parameters close to the original configuration.

The main advantages include:

• maintaining braking characteristics in accordance with the vehicle manufacturer's specifications,
• compatibility with standard suspension geometry and safety systems,
• the ability to use standard pads and discs intended for this configuration.

Component condition and service application

This item comes from the secondary market, making it an attractive solution for post-accident repairs, brake system refurbishments, or restoring a car to its factory configuration. This type of component is particularly useful when the priority is to maintain the original specification while optimizing service costs.

Before installation, a standard workshop procedure is recommended, including inspection of working surfaces, threads, mounting points, and cooperating brake system components, to ensure safe and stable operation of the entire system.

Brake system expansion and part selection

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 additional calipers, brackets, or supports, check the available parts in the Audi Brake Calipers and Brackets category.

To better understand how to safely use secondary market components and how they affect service costs, it is worth reading the guide: Brake calipers under the microscope: How to effectively reduce brake system repair costs by choosing verified recycled parts.

When selecting components, it may also be helpful to use vehicle and part identification numbers – the detailed process is described in the article Guide: how to select the right car part by VIN and OEM number, which discusses step-by-step how to verify component compatibility before purchase.