Audi A4 B8 Front Door Lock Barrel Coil Cylinder Key Right O/S F107837168BF

Description

Audi A4 B8 Front Door Lock Barrel Coil Cylinder Key Right O/S is an original component from the Locks and latches group, designed for the mechanical operation of the driver or passenger door from the outside. This used, fully functional lock barrel with a coil and key cylinder ensures proper cooperation with the factory locking system in your Audi, maintaining consistency with the original body structure.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: RHD-F107837168BF
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: F107837168BF
• Substitutable numbers: F107837168BF, F10 783 716 8B, 8T1837167, 8T2837168
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Category: Exterior Locks & Lock Hardware

Purpose and vehicle placement

The presented lock is designed for installation in the front right door, in the outer area of the body. It is responsible for the correct locking and unlocking of the door, working in conjunction with the door handle mechanism and the vehicle’s electrical system. Thanks to its dedicated placement on the vehicle, this component allows for maintaining the factory geometry of the lock’s operation and proper force distribution during door opening and closing.

Technical construction and function of the lock barrel

The lock barrel with the key cylinder and coil is the part responsible for converting the mechanical movement of the key into the movement of the bolt and a signal for the central locking system. Using the original Audi design allows for:

• precise fitment into the socket in the door panel,
• proper cooperation with the external door handle mechanism,
• stable transmission of torque from the key to the locking mechanism,
• maintaining compatibility with the vehicle’s factory security system.

As a result, the lock maintains appropriate connection rigidity, minimizes operational play, and ensures repeatable performance during daily use.

Benefits of using an original Audi lock

Using an original door lock in an Audi A4 B8 provides a number of practical operational benefits. The most important include:

• Factory fitment – no need for modifications to mounts, holes, or guides in the door.
• Consistency with the existing key and central locking system, which reduces the risk of mechanism operation issues.
• Appropriate quality of materials and workmanship, characteristic of Audi parts.
• The ability to restore proper door operation after damage or wear of the previous lock.

For the user, this means stable, predictable operation of the locking mechanism and a reduction in the risk of jams or incomplete door locking.

Selection and application in service practice

When selecting a lock for an Audi A4 B8, it is crucial to match it to the specific side and axle of the vehicle, which is why this model is intended exclusively for the front right side. In workshop practice, this element is used both for standard replacement of a worn lock and for post-accident repairs when the door mechanism has been damaged. A used, functional lock allows for optimizing repair costs while maintaining the manufacturer’s original specifications.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door locking area in your Audi and need other elements from the same group, such as barrels, latches, or lock mechanisms, check the available parts in the Audi locks and latches category.

Additional technical support and Audi parts selection

When working with original Audi components, such as door locks, it is worth using reliable sources of knowledge regarding part selection by numbers and compatibility between models. Practical tips on identifying components, including used OEM parts, can be found in the article The five-cylinder Audi engine – a legend from Quattro to RS3 and how to take care of it using original Audi parts, which discusses, among other things, the principles of selecting parts by numbers and verifying them for compatibility.