Control Arm Audi Q5 8R A4 B8 Lower Wishbone Front Right O/S 8K0407694S

Control Arm Audi Q5 8R A4 B8 Lower Wishbone Front Right O/S is an original component from the Control arms and ball joints group, designed for the front suspension on the right side. This factory Audi solution allows you to restore the correct geometry of the chassis, driving stability, and steering precision.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8K0407694S
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8K0407694S
• Substitutable numbers: 8K0407694S, 8K0 407 694 S
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Category: Control Arms, Ball Joints & Assemblies

Purpose and function in the suspension

The lower front wishbone on the right side is responsible for maintaining the correct position of the wheel relative to the body, transferring loads from the road, and stabilizing the vehicle's path. In the Audi suspension design, it plays a key role in:

• maintaining correct wheel geometry during acceleration, braking, and cornering,
• reducing unwanted play in the steering system,
• damping vibrations transmitted from the wheel hub to the body.

Thanks to a properly selected wishbone, the suspension system maintains factory performance parameters, which translates into stable handling and predictable vehicle behavior in all road conditions.

Benefits of using an original Audi wishbone

Choosing an original lower wishbone for the Audi Q5 8R and A4 B8 provides a number of practical advantages in daily operation:

• Factory fit – design consistent with the vehicle manufacturer's specifications, with no need for modifications or adjustments to mounting elements.
• Consistent operation with other suspension components – the wishbone works with ball joints, shock absorbers, and mounting elements in accordance with Audi engineers' specifications.
• Appropriate stiffness and operating characteristics – maintaining the right balance between comfort in damping bumps and steering precision.
• Ability to restore correct wheel alignment and camber angles after suspension repair.

Vehicle placement and installation aspects

The presented element is intended for installation in the front area on the right side. Such placement requires particular precision during replacement, as correct installation determines:

• even tire wear,
• the absence of vehicle pulling to one side,
• proper cooperation with the steering and braking systems.

After installation, it is recommended to perform a suspension geometry adjustment to fully utilize the potential of the new component and ensure safe, predictable handling of the vehicle.

Product characteristics and condition

The offered wishbone belongs to the Control arms and ball joints group and is a dismantled part, which allows combining the advantages of the original design with an attractive price. A used OEM component is a solution often chosen by conscious users who expect:

• preservation of factory suspension operating characteristics,
• consistency with other chassis components,
• technically refined design in accordance with Audi standards.

This type of part will work well both for standard replacement of a worn wishbone and for post-collision repairs, where it is crucial to restore the original geometry of the vehicle's front end.

Suspension service expansion and technical knowledge

When working on the front suspension, it is worth considering comprehensive maintenance of the entire system – checking other wishbones, ball joints, shock absorbers, and the stabilizer. To better understand the relationships between these elements and plan repairs consciously, the following guide will be helpful: Suspension system – a comprehensive guide to shock absorbers, wishbones, and stabilizers.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front suspension area in your Audi and need other elements from the same group, such as additional wishbones, ball joints, or mounting elements, check the available parts in the Audi control arms and ball joints category.