Audi A3 8V Wheel Hub Rear Right O/S Steering Knuckle Brake Plate 5Q0505436F

Audi A3 8V Wheel Hub Rear Right O/S Steering Knuckle Brake Plate is an original component from the Bearings, wheel hubs and bushings group, designed for installation on the rear right side of the vehicle. The complete assembly, integrated with the steering knuckle and brake dust shield, ensures stable wheel guidance, correct suspension geometry, and solid support for the braking system.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 5Q0505436F-1
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 5Q0505436F
• Substitutable numbers: 5Q0505436F, 5Q0 505 436 F
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Category: Wheel Bearings, Hubs & Seals

Purpose and function in the Audi A3 8V suspension

The presented rear right wheel hub with steering knuckle operates in a key suspension node, responsible for transferring loads from the wheel to the body and maintaining the proper position of the hub relative to the shock absorber and control arms. The integrated dust shield protects the brake disc from contaminants, which promotes even brake pad wear and stable brake performance.

Thanks to the factory geometry, the component ensures:

• precise wheel guidance along the driving axis,
• proper alignment of toe and camber,
• stable mounting of the brake assembly on the rear right side.

Benefits of using an original hub with steering knuckle

Using an original component from the Bearings, wheel hubs and bushings group allows you to maintain factory handling parameters and ride comfort. The design, engineered specifically for the Audi A3 8V, minimizes the risk of fitment issues, assembly clearances, or improper wheel bearing operation.

The most important advantages include:

• factory mounting points for control arms, shock absorber, and brake caliper,
• appropriately selected steering knuckle stiffness for the rear axle,
• maintaining correct interaction with the braking system on the right side.

Characteristics of the used component

The offered component is a used, original Audi part, meaning it comes from vehicle dismantling and retains its factory design and operating characteristics. For many users, this is a reasonable compromise between cost and quality, especially in the case of structural suspension components where precise fitment and compliance with the manufacturer's design are crucial.

Before installation, it is recommended to perform a standard verification of the condition of mounting surfaces, bolt sockets, and attachment points, as well as to check the suspension geometry after the repair is completed.

Selection and application in service practice

The rear right wheel hub with steering knuckle and brake shield is particularly useful for repairs following a collision, mechanical suspension damage, or excessive wheel bearing wear. Replacing the complete assembly often reduces workshop labor time and limits the risk of problems associated with removing seized components.

In service practice, such a set is used, among other things, when:

• the steering knuckle has been bent after hitting a curb or obstacle,
• there is unusual tire wear on the rear right side,
• simultaneous replacement of several wheel assembly components is necessary.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear axle suspension area in your Audi and need other components from the same group, such as hubs, bearings, or bushings, check the available parts in the Audi Bearings, wheel hubs and bushings category.

To better evaluate the advantages of choosing original, used suspension components, it is worth reading an article explaining common concerns and stereotypes – the blog post "Used car parts: Myths and facts you need to know" will be helpful, as it organizes knowledge regarding the quality and safety of such solutions.