Audi RS4 B8 S5 8T Chain Sprocket Camshaft Timing 079109570AT

Audi RS4 B8 S5 8T Chain Sprocket Camshaft Timing is a precision timing system component designed for advanced Audi power units. It is responsible for the stable transmission of drive to the camshaft, which translates into correct synchronization of valve and engine operation. Thanks to the use of original Audi technology, this component ensures repeatable operating parameters and a solid foundation for professional timing system repair or service.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 079109570AT
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 079109570AT
• Substitutable numbers: 079109570AT, 079 109 570 AT
• Part type: Camshaft
• Category: Camshafts

Purpose and function in the timing system

The presented sprocket is a component from the Camshafts group, working with the camshaft in engines used in, among others, the Audi RS4 B8 and Audi S5 8T. Its task is to precisely transfer torque from the timing drive to the camshaft so that timing phases are maintained within the tolerances required by the manufacturer. A correctly selected sprocket minimizes the risk of timing misalignment, uneven engine operation, and performance loss.

Benefits of using an original sprocket

Using an original sprocket in an Audi timing system allows for maintaining the factory operating characteristics of the power unit. Key advantages include:

• stable cooperation with the camshaft and other timing drive components,
• properly selected tooth profile, reducing noise and wear of cooperating components,
• maintaining correct valve synchronization with piston operation, which affects engine refinement,
• the possibility of use in professional repairs where compliance with factory specifications is required. For users expecting durable and predictable operation of the power unit, the use of such a component is a solution consistent with the manufacturer's design.

Product characteristics and condition

The camshaft timing sprocket comes from the Audi brand, which guarantees full structural compatibility with the factory timing system. The item is offered as a used part, which allows for repair cost optimization while maintaining original specifications. This type of component is particularly useful for:

• repairs after a timing failure,
• comprehensive engine service after high mileage,
• restoring the factory configuration of the power unit in sports-oriented cars. Thanks to the preservation of original geometry and operating parameters, the sprocket can be integrated into the existing system without the need to modify other elements.

Professional use in service and maintenance tuning

In vehicles such as the Audi RS4 B8 or Audi S5 8T, where the engine operates under a wide range of loads, the condition of timing components has a direct impact on reliability. Replacing the camshaft sprocket is recommended, among other things, for:

• cylinder head or camshaft overhauls,
• timing system modernization as part of preventive maintenance,
• diagnosing incorrect timing operation when excessive play or wear of cooperating elements is detected. Choosing an original component allows for maintaining engine operating parameters in accordance with the manufacturer's assumptions, which is particularly important in high-performance cars.

Related components and technical knowledge

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the engine area in your Audi and need other elements from the same group, such as additional sprockets, camshafts, or cooperating drive components, check the available parts in the Audi Camshafts category. When working on the timing system, it is worth expanding your knowledge about typical signs of wear and the cost-effectiveness of using used parts. Practical information on diagnostics and replacement of timing components can be found in the article BMW N47 Timing Chain – typical failure and repair using original BMW parts, which discusses, among other things, the approach to timing service using components from disassembly.