Audi A4 B8 Front Door Right O/S Lock System Actuator Mechanism 8J2837016C

The Right Front Door Lock for Audi A4 B8 is a precise locking mechanism designed for the factory locking system of this model. This component is responsible for secure locking, unlocking, and cooperation with the central locking actuator, ensuring proper operation of the exterior and interior door handles on the driver's or passenger's side in right-hand drive versions. This solution is dedicated to the front door system on the right side of the vehicle.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-8J2837016C
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8J2837016C
• Substitutable numbers: 8J2837016C, 8J2 837 016 C
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Rim width: 8
• Category: Exterior Locks & Lock Hardware

Vehicle Application and Function

The presented lock mechanism belongs to the Locks and Latches group and is structurally adapted for the front right door of the Audi A4 B8 generation. It is responsible for:

• mechanically locking the door leaf to the body pillar,
• transferring motion from the exterior and interior handles to the lock latch,
• cooperating with the central locking actuator and the vehicle's electrical system,
• stably keeping the door in the closed position while driving.

Thanks to its precise fit for the specific mounting location in the body, the lock ensures correct latch operating geometry and proper cooperation with the hinges and window guide in the front right door.

Construction and Technical Characteristics

The front right door lock mechanism for the Audi A4 B8 is designed as an integrated system that works with the factory actuator. The housing contains elements responsible for:

• locking and unlocking the door via the central locking system,
• operating the interior and exterior handles,
• transferring motion of rods and levers to the lock latch,
• maintaining the correct position of the latch relative to the striker on the pillar.

This solution is adapted to the architecture of the front right door, which facilitates installation and reduces the need for additional adjustments after replacement. The use of original Audi construction promotes stable, repeatable operation of the locking system over a longer service life.

Condition, Fitment, and Service Application

The offered lock is a used part, allowing for an economical repair of the locking system while maintaining the original manufacturer's construction. The component is intended for installation in the front right door of the Audi A4 B8, in vehicles with a factory central locking system and electric locking control.

In workshop practice, such a lock is most commonly used in situations where symptoms such as:

• no response from the door to central locking commands,
• problems opening or closing the door with the handle,
• irregular locking or unlocking on the front right side.

Using a part from the same construction group allows for maintaining compatibility with the factory safety and comfort system in the Audi A4 B8.

Benefits of Using an Original Door Lock

Choosing an original lock mechanism for the front right door of an Audi translates into a number of practical service and user benefits:

• precise fit to the door and body pillar construction,
• correct cooperation with the factory central locking system and electrical installation,
• reduced risk of play, rattling, and incomplete door closure,
• maintenance of factory operating parameters for the locking system.

For workshops and users, this means shorter installation times, fewer adjustments, and stable operation of the locking system on the front right side.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door lock area in your Audi and need other parts from the same group, such as lock cylinders, latches, or handle mechanisms, check the available parts in the Audi Locks and Latches category.

For a better understanding of the relationships between the locking system, drive, and vehicle usability, a service guide describing the diagnostics and selection of parts for the drivetrain system may be helpful – you can find it in the article Clutch and Dual-Mass Flywheel – Diagnostics and Part Selection for the Drivetrain.