Audi A8 S8 D3 Wheel Arch Liner Rear Right O/S Housing Cover Guard 4E0810172D

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Audi A8 S8 D3 Wheel Arch Liner Rear Right O/S Housing Cover Guard is an original body component designed to protect the rear right wheel arch area. This factory-fitted cover panel ensures stable management of water flow and debris, reducing corrosion and wear on suspension and body components in luxury Audi models.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 4E0810172D
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 4E0810172D
• Substitutable numbers: 4E0810172D, 4E0 810 172 D
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Category: Splash Guards & Mud Flaps

Purpose and function in the Audi A8 / S8 D3

The rear right wheel arch liner for the Audi A8 / S8 D3 generation is a component mounted in the rear axle area on the right side. Its task is to separate the wheel and suspension components from the body, which helps to:

• limit the accumulation of mud, salt, and small stones in the bodywork,
• reduce the risk of corrosion on sheet metal and mounting points,
• protect cables, wiring harnesses, and plastic elements within the wheel arch,
• maintain a cleaner operating environment for the suspension and braking system.

Thanks to its precise geometry, the wheel arch liner works with factory mounting points, which facilitates installation and ensures consistent fitment with the body panels.

Construction and body fitment

The component was designed specifically for the Audi A8 / S8 D3 platform, taking into account the shape of the wheel arch, fender edge routing, and the working space for the wheel. The design of the wheel arch liner allows for:

• precise adhesion to the inner part of the fender,
• maintaining the appropriate distance from the tire and suspension components,
• consistent drainage of water and debris from the rear part of the body.

Proper surface shaping also supports aerodynamic stability of the rear part of the vehicle, limiting uncontrolled air turbulence in the wheel arch.

Condition, origin, and benefits of using OEM parts

The offered wheel arch liner is an original Audi component from the Mudflaps category, sourced from dismantling. In practice, this means maintaining factory geometry, the correct mounting layout, and compatibility with other body elements in the Audi A8 / S8 D3.

Using an original rear right wheel arch liner allows you to:

• restore the original protection of the wheel arch after a collision or corrosion of the old element,
• avoid fitment issues typical of low-quality replacements,
• maintain the structural and aesthetic consistency of the rear bodywork.

Practical installation tips

The rear right wheel arch liner is intended for installation in the rear, right part of the vehicle. When replacing it, it is worth:

• checking the condition of the mounting points in the body,
• cleaning and applying anti-corrosion protection to exposed sheet metal fragments,
• verifying the correct alignment of the wheel arch liner edges relative to the fender and bumper.

A correctly installed component ensures even adhesion to the body, no rubbing against the tire, and effective drainage of water and debris from the rear of the car.

Expanding body protection in Audi

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the wheel arch area in your Audi and need other elements from the same group, such as wheel arch covers, additional protective panels, or mudguards, check the available parts in the Audi Mudflaps category.

Choosing original Audi parts – a summary

When working on the bodywork of A8 and S8 models, it is worth using knowledge about selecting OEM components based on manufacturer markings and model specifications. If you want to better understand Audi's design philosophy and the principles of selecting original parts, the following article will be helpful: Audi's five-cylinder engine – a legend from Quattro to RS3 and how to take care of it using original Audi parts.