Audi S3 8Y Front Windscreen Wiper Arm Right O/S 8Y2955408

Audi S3 8Y Front Windscreen Wiper Arm Right O/S is an original component from the Wiper arms group, designed for installation on the driver or passenger side depending on the steering wheel version. Designed by the manufacturer Audi, it ensures precise wiper operation on the right side of the windscreen, stable blade guidance, and proper pressure against the glass under typical operating conditions.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: RHD-8Y2955408
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8Y2955408
• Substitutable numbers: 8Y2955408, 8Y2 955 408
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Category: Wiper Arms

Purpose and fitment

The component has been constructed as a factory wiper arm for the windscreen in the Audi S3 8Y generation model, intended for the right side of the vehicle. The appropriate geometry of the arm and the correct operating angle ensure a proper cleaning area, which translates into clear visibility and safe driving in the rain.

Thanks to a design consistent with solutions used by Audi, the arm works with the factory wiper mechanism and the dedicated blade mount, which reduces the risk of play, vibrations, and uneven pressure.

Construction and technical function

The wiper arm plays a key role in transferring motion from the drive mechanism to the blade, which is why its rigidity and properly selected profile are essential for evenly clearing water from the glass surface. The design provided by the manufacturer Audi ensures:

• stable blade guidance along the working arc,
• maintenance of proper pressure on the glass throughout the entire range of operation,
• correct positioning relative to the glass surface on the right side.

The original arm from this series is designed to work with the windscreen wiper system in the Audi S3 8Y, which minimizes the risk of incorrect installation or collision with the hood or seals.

Performance characteristics and installation

As an element from the Wiper arms group, the product is prepared for installation in place of the factory arm on the right front side of the vehicle. The design provides for the use of the standard mount intended by Audi, which facilitates replacement in service conditions.

The arm is used, which means it comes from disassembly, but retains the functionality characteristic of original components of this type. For the user, this means the ability to restore the correct operation of the right windscreen wiper without the need to resort to replacements with uncertain parameters.

Why choose an original Audi arm

In the case of components responsible for visibility, such as the windscreen wiper arm, it is crucial to maintain factory operating parameters. The original Audi arm ensures:

• compatibility with the factory wiper mechanism,
• appropriate length and kinematics of movement on the right side of the windscreen,
• stable cooperation with the dedicated wiper blade.

Thanks to this, the wiper system in the Audi S3 8Y can operate in a predictable and repeatable manner, which is especially important during heavy rainfall and driving at higher speeds.

Expanding the Audi wiper system

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the windscreen area in your Audi and need other elements from the same group, such as additional arms, mounts, or components working with blades, check the available parts in the Audi Wiper arms category.

To better understand the benefits of using original, used components in the wiper system and other vehicle systems, it is worth reading the expert material: Quality assurance and OEM safety – why are used original car parts the best choice for your car?.