A1 CARDONE 19-B1816A front brake caliper for the 2003-2006 Audi A4 and other vehicles squeezes the brake pads against the rotor to slow the wheel. This remanufactured A1 CARDONE brake caliper is unloaded, so it comes with its bracket but without pads.
- 100% pressure-tested after remanufacturing
- Steel piston that resists cracking and pitting
- Rubber seals replaced with new high temperature EPDM rubber
- Treated with a rust inhibitor, with a rust resistant coating
- New bleeder screw for bleeding and a positive seal, plus plastic cap plugs on the brake port threads
Quick facts
- Part: A1 CARDONE 19-B1816A brake caliper
- Also called: disc brake caliper
- Fits: 2003-2006 Audi A4 and other vehicles
- Position: Front right, front left
- Material: Cast iron caliper casting, steel piston
- Condition: Remanufactured
A pull to one side under braking or a soft pedal can mean a caliper is worn, though a collapsed brake hose or sticking slide pins can also be behind a pull or a soft pedal. This listing is one caliper, and both front sides are normally replaced together.
Fits
The 2003-2006 Audi A4, the 2003-2006 Audi A4 Quattro and the 2002-2004 Audi A6 are among the vehicles that take this caliper. If your car is not one of those, look it up in the "Vehicles it fits" section.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Position: front right, front left
- Quantity per application: 1
- Piston quantity: 1
- Piston diameter: 2.242 in (56.9468 mm)
- Inlet port size: 0.394 in (10.00366 mm), inverted flare fitting, M10x1.0 thread
- Mounting hole diameter: 0.551 in (13.98989 mm), M14 X 1.5 thread
- Bleeder thread size: M10x1.0
Build and materials
- Type: floating, unloaded (pads not included)
- Condition: remanufactured
- Caliper casting material: cast iron
- Piston material: steel
- Finish: oil emulsion, with a rust resistant coating
- Country of origin: Mexico
In the box
One caliper with its bracket, a hardware kit and an instruction sheet. This listing holds one caliper, and each front wheel takes one. Brake pads, abutment clips and a bleeder screw cap are not included. The mounting bolt is not included either, so plan on new bolts.
Installation notes
- An anti-rattle spring and a new bleeder screw are included.
- Use the brake fluid the vehicle maker specifies; the type is stamped on the master cylinder reservoir lid.
- Always use new fluid from a sealed container.
Interchange: 4B0615124
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the right Audi A4 brake caliper for a 2003-2006 car?
Yes, A1 CARDONE 19-B1816A is a front caliper for the 2003-2006 Audi A4 and the 2003-2006 Audi A4 Quattro; look up other cars in the "Vehicles it fits" section.
Will this Audi A6 brake caliper fit a 2002-2004 car?
Yes, the 2002-2004 Audi A6 is in the fitment for this front brake caliper, and this listing is one caliper.
Does the A1 CARDONE caliper come with a mounting bracket?
Yes, A1 CARDONE 19-B1816A comes with its bracket, a hardware kit and an instruction sheet; brake pads are not included.
How big is the piston on this front caliper?
The single steel piston is 56.9468 mm (2.242 in) across, and the caliper is a floating type.
What grease goes on the mounting pins of this disc brake caliper?
A silicone grease is used on floating caliper mounting pins. This caliper is a floating type.
