Audi RS4 B7 Instrument Cluster Clocks Speedo Meter Manual 4.2 FSI 8E0920981R

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Audi RS4 B7 Instrument Cluster Clocks Speedo Meter is a specialized speedometer designed for versions with the 4.2 FSI engine and a manual transmission. Engineered for gasoline units, it ensures precise reading of driving parameters and full integration with the onboard electronics characteristic of the sporty RS4 variant.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: RHD-8E0920981R
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8E0920981R
• Substitutable numbers: 8E0920981R, 8E0 920 981 R
• Fuel type: Petrol
• Gearbox type: Manual
• Part type: Instrument Cluster
• Category: Instrument Clusters

Purpose and compatibility

This instrument cluster has been developed for the Audi RS4 B7 generation model equipped with a 4.2 FSI gasoline engine and a manual transmission. The design of the cluster is tailored to the characteristics of the high-octane unit, allowing for accurate representation of RPM, speed, and other key powertrain operating parameters.

Being dedicated to the manual version ensures proper scaling and logic of the gauges and warning lights, which is essential for dynamic driving and precise power delivery in a car with a sporty character.

Vehicle function and electronic integration

The instrument cluster serves as the central interface between the driver and the vehicle's systems. It is responsible for:

• displaying speed and engine RPM adapted to the operating range of the 4.2 FSI unit,
• clear communication of vehicle status information (warning lights, alert messages),
• cooperation with control systems typical for the sporty RS4 configuration.

Thanks to its factory design for the gasoline unit, consistency between the readings and the actual engine operating parameters is maintained, which is important both in daily use and during intensive driving.

Performance characteristics and installation benefits

As an item in the Instrument Clusters category, the speedometer is intended for installation in place of the factory instrument assembly. The appropriate housing geometry and connector layout facilitate the maintenance of cockpit ergonomics and proper integration with the dashboard.

The main benefits of using this speedometer in an Audi RS4 B7 include:

• maintaining visual consistency with the original vehicle interior,
• adaptation to the specifics of a gasoline powertrain with a manual transmission,
• the ability to restore full functionality of the instrument cluster after a failure of the previous unit.

The used condition allows for an economical replacement while maintaining the original vehicle specification, which is significant both from a cost and compatibility perspective.

Use in service and modernization projects

This speedometer is suitable for professional workshops specializing in the Audi brand, as well as individual users carrying out repairs or interior restoration of an RS4 B7. It can be used both for standard replacement of a damaged instrument cluster and for projects restoring a vehicle to a configuration consistent with the factory specification of the sporty version.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the cockpit area in your Audi and need other components from the same group, such as gauge faces, display modules, or additional clocks, check out the available parts in the Audi Instrument Clusters category.

Additional technical materials

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