Audi RS6 C7 Rear Spring Rubber Cover Stone Chip Guard Right O/S 8R0511540B

Audi RS6 C7 Rear Spring Rubber Cover Stone Chip Guard Right O/S is a factory suspension protection element, designed as a stone chip guard for the rear spring on the right side. This component from the Mudflaps group helps reduce mechanical damage and dirt accumulation, supporting the durability of suspension components in demanding road conditions.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8R0511540C
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8R0511540C
• Substitutable numbers: 8R0511540C, 8R0 511 540 C, 8R0511540B, 8R0 511 540 B, 8R0 511 540 D, 8R0511540D
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Category: Splash Guards & Mud Flaps

Purpose and technical function

The presented cover has been developed specifically for Audi models, including the RS6 C7 version, as a protective element for the rear spring on the right side. Its task is to limit direct contact of the spring with small stones, road salt, and other contaminants, which promotes stable suspension operation.

Its placement in the rear zone, on the right side, allows for precise adjustment to the suspension geometry, and the design provided by the vehicle manufacturer ensures compatibility with factory mounting points.

Benefits of using an original cover

Using an original rear spring rubber cover provides a number of practical operational benefits:

• better protection of the spring against stone chips and road debris,
• reduced risk of accelerated corrosion of suspension components,
• maintaining stable spring operation in typical road conditions,
• consistent fit to the rear axle structure on the right side.

Thanks to this component, you can take care of the technical condition of the suspension in a more controlled manner, which is particularly important in high-performance cars such as the Audi RS6 C7.

Installation characteristics and fitment

The cover is intended for installation in the rear part of the vehicle, on the right side, in accordance with the factory Audi suspension layout. This solution allows for maintaining the original geometry and ground clearance, without interfering with the structure of the spring or other rear axle components.

As an element from the Mudflaps group, the component works with other covers and wheel arch protections, creating a coherent system of protection against debris thrown from under the wheels. Proper fitment to the specific side of the vehicle minimizes the risk of installation stress and unwanted play.

Product condition and service application

The item is offered in used condition, which allows for an economical replacement of a damaged or missing cover while maintaining factory specifications. This type of part is suitable for both standard suspension repairs and comprehensive rear axle overhauls, when it is necessary to restore the full set of covers.

The rear spring rubber cover on the right side is particularly useful in vehicles operated on roads with poorer surfaces, where the amount of stone chips and debris is significantly higher, and the protection of suspension elements has a real impact on their service life.

Expanding protection within Audi wheel arches

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the wheel arch and suspension area in your Audi and need other elements from the same group, such as additional covers, mudflaps, or spring covers for the opposite side, check out the available parts in the Audi Mudflaps category.

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