Audi S4 B8 Power Steering Pump Bracket Mount Holder 06E145393B

The Audi S4 B8 Power Steering Pump Bracket is an original mounting element from the Power Steering Pumps group, designed for precise mounting of the pump in the steering system. Its robust OEM construction ensures proper support, stability, and correct load transfer within the engine bay, contributing to safe and predictable power steering operation.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 06E145393B
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 06E145393B
• Substitutable numbers: 06E145393B, 06E 145 393 B
• Category: Power Steering Pumps

Purpose and Function in the Power Steering System

The Audi S4 B8 power steering pump bracket is responsible for securely attaching the pump to the engine structure or accessories, maintaining its position relative to the drive belt and other components. A correctly selected bracket minimizes the risk of vibrations, misalignment, and excessive wear on the pump bearings, which directly impacts the smoothness of the steering system's operation.

This element is particularly crucial in high-performance vehicles like the Audi S4 B8, where dynamic loads are higher, and the power steering system must operate under stable geometric conditions. Using a dedicated OEM bracket helps maintain the vehicle's factory driving characteristics.

Construction and Design Advantages

The bracket is designed as a rigid support element, optimized for the pump's mounting geometry and integration with the factory mounting points on the body and engine. This ensures:

• a repeatable, factory-correct position of the power steering pump,
• reduced stress on the pump housing and mounting bolts,
• easier and correct tensioning of the accessory drive belt,
• smoother system operation across the full engine RPM range.

Its original Audi origin guarantees material and dimensional compliance with factory technical documentation, which is essential for precision mounting components within the steering system.

Item Condition and Service Application

The presented bracket is a used part from the Power Steering Pumps group, making it an attractive solution for service repairs where maintaining original mounting geometry while optimizing costs is a priority. Such mounting elements are particularly useful in situations such as:

• replacing a damaged or broken bracket after a collision or mechanical failure,
• completing missing parts during engine or accessory swaps,
• restoring the factory configuration in vehicles subjected to dynamic use.

Using an original bracket helps avoid fitting issues common with aftermarket parts of imprecise dimensions and reduces the risk of incorrect pump alignment relative to other drive components.

Selection by Numbers and Mounting Compatibility

The power steering pump bracket for the Audi S4 B8 has a dedicated OEM part number and associated interchangeable numbers, facilitating unambiguous identification in service catalogs and parts selection systems. When matching the element, it is recommended to verify compatibility by OEM number and reference numbers, as well as compare the bracket's geometry with the currently installed part.

For users who wish to deepen their knowledge of fuel system operation and component selection by catalog numbers, an article describing the diagnostics and operation of fuel supply components will be helpful – detailed information can be found in the material Fuel System – Injectors, Pumps, and Fuel Tank: Maintenance and Repair.

Comprehensive Audi Steering System Service

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the engine area in your Audi and require other elements from the same group, such as pump housings, supports, or additional mountings, check the available parts in the Audi Power Steering Pumps category.

Owners of models from years close to the Audi S4 B8, often considered youngtimers, can also benefit from advice on using used components when refreshing their car – practical tips can be found in the article Second Life for a Youngtimer – How Used Car Parts Revitalize Cars from 1998–2012.