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Glove Box Latch - Audi (8A1-857-131-A-7DN)
1993 Audi - 8A1-857-131-A-7DN
- MSRP: $54.15
- Discount: $10.65 (19.7% off)
- Sale Price: $43.50
- MSRP: $54.15
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This genuine Audi Glove Box Latch, part number 8A1-857-131-A-7DN, manages door operation and security, where mechanism wear, actuator health, and correct adjustment determine whether the door opens, latches, and seals the way it did new. As a genuine Audi part it carries factory part numbering, original fitment data, and Audi parts warranty coverage. Check the applications list or supply your VIN to confirm this part fits your vehicle.
- Notes: Order by color.
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| SYMPTOMS | What to look for before replacing this door latch and lock (8A1-857-131-A-7DN): a door that will not lock or unlock from the remote, a handle that feels loose or does not return, a window that moves slowly or off track, a door that sags or does not close cleanly, or a door ajar warning with the door shut. Symptoms vary by model year and option content, so confirm fitment before ordering. |
| TROUBLESHOOTING | Isolating the fault around 8A1-857-131-A-7DN: listen at the door for actuator operation while cycling the lock, then check the harness at the door jamb loop where repeated flexing breaks conductors, before replacing the mechanism. A scan tool with Audi specific coverage will show considerably more than a generic code reader. |
| INSTALLATION | Installing 8A1-857-131-A-7DN correctly requires the door trim panel and moisture barrier to be removed carefully so the vapor seal can be reinstalled intact, otherwise water reaches the interior trim. Torque values differ by model and production date, so consult the factory literature. |
| MAINTENANCE | Maintenance for this door latch and lock (8A1-857-131-A-7DN) means lubricating latches, strikers, and hinges periodically and keeping door drain holes clear so water does not sit inside the door shell. A short inspection at each service keeps small issues from becoming large ones. |
| GENERAL_NOTES | Key consideration for 8A1-857-131-A-7DN: door mechanisms differ between driver, passenger, and rear positions and between comfort access and standard systems, so confirm the position and option content. Ordering by vehicle identification number is the most reliable way to confirm fitment. |
| REPLACEMENTS | Associated components for the 8A1-857-131-A-7DN repair: the moisture barrier, trim clips, and window guide hardware are renewed at the same time since access is the majority of the labor. Check the repair manual for the full list of single use fasteners for this procedure. |
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