Audi A5 8T Rear Door Card Armrest Handle Left N/S Soul Black 8K0867373A

Audi A5 8T Rear Door Card Armrest Handle Left N/S Soul Black is an original interior trim component from the Door upholstery group, designed for installation in the rear left section of the cabin. The dark, Soul Black finish ensures stylistic consistency of the interior and restores the factory look of the door card in the Audi A5 8T.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8K0867373A
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8K0867373A
• Substitutable numbers: 8K0867373A, 8K0 867 373 A
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Part type: Door Panel
• Color: Black
• Category: Door Panels

Purpose and function of the component

The rear left door armrest in the Audi A5 8T is responsible for providing comfortable forearm support for the passenger and serves as an aesthetic finish for the door panel. As part of the Door upholstery group, it contributes to the side line of the interior, covers the structural elements of the door, and ensures ergonomic arm positioning while driving.

Its placement in the rear left part of the vehicle means the shape and mounting points are specifically matched to the door card, which is crucial for both correct installation and maintaining proper fitment with other upholstery components.

Color scheme and visual fitment

The Soul Black finish (a shade used by Audi) allows for a seamless match with factory door panels, trim strips, and other interior elements in dark tones. As a result, after replacing the armrest, the side line of the cabin remains uniform, without differences in shade or texture, which is essential for post-accident repairs and interior restoration.

Choosing the right color is not only important for aesthetics but also affects the perceived quality of the entire interior – especially in Audi A5 class models, where users pay close attention to finishing details.

Technical characteristics and installation

The armrest has been designed as a component dedicated to a specific model and side of the vehicle, which facilitates installation in place of the factory component. The design is intended to work with the original door card, factory mounting points, and the standard upholstery layout.

As a used part, it retains its original geometry and mounting method, allowing for installation without interfering with the door structure. In practice, this means the ability to restore the functionality and appearance of the armrest with limited workshop effort.

Practical application and benefits of replacement

Replacing the armrest in the rear left door is recommended in case of abrasions, cracks, mechanical damage, or after removing the upholstery during other repairs. Using an original Audi component allows you to:

• recreate the factory fitment with the door card,
• maintain a uniform interior color scheme in the Soul shade,
• preserve ergonomic arm support for rear seat passengers,
• minimize the risk of rattles and looseness resulting from poor fitment.

For users who care about the visual condition of the cabin, this is a solution that allows for a technically correct and aesthetically consistent renovation of the rear left door area.

Audi door upholstery – expansion and modernization

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the door area in your Audi and need other elements from the same group, such as door panels, decorative inserts, or additional armrests, check out the available parts in the Audi door upholstery category.

Selecting original Audi components – knowledge and practice

When choosing used Audi interior trim elements, it is worth using knowledge about specific equipment versions, color schemes, and differences between model generations. Materials describing practical aspects of selecting parts by manufacturer markings, structural differences, and maintenance tips can be helpful.

More about the specifics of Audi technical solutions and the selection of original components can be found in the article The five-cylinder Audi engine – a legend from Quattro to RS3 and how to take care of it using original Audi parts, which discusses, among other things, the practice of using used OEM components.