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Air Filter Housing Plug - Audi (4A0-129-697)
1992-2009 Audi - 4A0-129-697
- MSRP: $5.04
- Discount: $1.61 (31.9% off)
- Sale Price: $3.43
- MSRP: $5.04
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- SKU:
4A0-129-697
- Positions: Lower
- Other Names:
Air Filter Housing Grommet, Air Cleaner Assembly Grommet, Plug, Air Filter Housing Insulator, Air Cleaner Assembly Bushing, Air Cleaner Assembly Plug
- Description:
6 cylinder. 2.0L. Air cleaner assy,grommet. Air cleaner assy,bushing. 3.2L. 3.0L v6. Air cleaner assy,plug. 5 cylinder. 1.8L. With RS4. Audi part number 4A0-129-697, the factory Air Filter Housing Plug, delivers metered, filtered air to the combustion chambers, and any unmetered air or restriction on this path shifts fuel trims and dulls throttle response. It is supplied through the Audi dealer parts network and matches the component installed at the factory. Fitment varies by model year, trim, and option content, so verify before ordering.
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Vehicle Fitment
Vehicle Fitment
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| SYMPTOMS | Conditions that point toward a worn or failed air intake component such as 4A0-129-697: rough or hunting idle, whistling or hissing from the engine bay, reduced power, a check engine lamp for lean running, or dirty throttle plate deposits. Confirm the complaint against the vehicle identification number and option content before ordering. |
| TROUBLESHOOTING | Before replacing 4A0-129-697, work through the following: perform a smoke test to find unmetered air leaks before replacing sensors, and inspect flexible ducting at bends and clamp faces where cracks hide under the fold. A scan tool with Audi specific coverage will show considerably more than a generic code reader. |
| INSTALLATION | Fitting Audi part 4A0-129-697 requires every clamp and seal on the intake path to seat correctly, since a single loose clamp reintroduces the same drivability complaint. Confirm correct operation and scan for stored faults before returning the vehicle to service. |
| MAINTENANCE | Keeping 4A0-129-697 in service means replacing the air filter on schedule and keeping the throttle body and intake tract free of oil mist and carbon buildup. Service records also help establish warranty eligibility if a component fails early. |
| GENERAL_NOTES | Note for part 4A0-129-697: on direct injection engines, intake valve carbon accumulates over time and is a separate service item from the intake ducting itself. Ordering by vehicle identification number is the most reliable way to confirm fitment. |
| REPLACEMENTS | Commonly replaced alongside 4A0-129-697: gaskets, clamps, and O-rings are renewed with the component, and a carbon cleaning is often performed while the manifold is off. Ask for the related hardware when ordering so the job is completed in one visit. |
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