Audi A4 B7 Rear Door Lower Strip Moulding Left N/S Akoya Silver Metallic - Y7H

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Audi A4 B7 Rear Door Lower Strip Moulding Left N/S Akoya Silver Metallic - Y7H is an original body component from the Protective and decorative strips group, designed for installation on the rear driver's side. It provides an aesthetic finish to the lower edge of the door and additional protection for the paintwork against minor operational damage.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8E0853969-ASI
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8E0853969
• Substitutable numbers: 8E0853969, 8E0 853 969
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Akoya Silver Metallic - Y7H
• Category: Body Mouldings & Trims

Purpose and function of the component

The presented moulding is dedicated to the rear, left body section of the Audi A4 B7 generation and is an integral part of the factory door trim package. Its purpose is to:

• protect the lower edge of the door panel from stone chips and road debris,
• maintain a consistent side line of the vehicle body,
• reduce the risk of corrosion in this critical area.

Thanks to its precise profile, the moulding fits the shape of the door, which facilitates installation and allows for maintaining the factory fitment of body components.

Color and visual fit

The component is finished in the Akoya Silver Metallic - Y7H shade, characteristic of many Audi A4 B7 units. Using an original paint coating in this color allows for:

• maintaining a uniform paint tone along the entire side of the vehicle,
• reducing or completely eliminating the need for additional painting when the color is correctly matched,
• aesthetically restoring the factory look after body and paint repairs.

This solution is particularly beneficial when replacing a single component after local damage, when the goal is to quickly restore a consistent body appearance.

Installation characteristics

The Audi A4 B7 Rear Door Lower Strip Moulding Left N/S Akoya Silver Metallic - Y7H has been designed as a component dedicated to a specific model and position on the vehicle. This means that:

• its geometry corresponds to the factory mounting points in the door,
• it does not require shape modifications or "forced" fitting,
• after proper installation, it maintains the line and gaps consistent with the rest of the bodywork.

Such a solution facilitates the work of body shops and workshops specializing in the Audi brand, as well as users replacing trim components themselves.

Condition and use in repairs

The offered moulding is a used original Audi component, which in practice means maintaining factory geometry and compatibility with the door structure. This type of part will work particularly well in:

• post-accident repairs, when it is necessary to replace a damaged moulding,
• renovation of the side body area after corrosion or intensive use,
• restoring the vehicle to a state close to factory condition after previous non-factory modifications.

Choosing an original moulding from the secondary market allows you to maintain high fitment quality while optimizing repair costs.

Complementary Audi protective and decorative strips

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the side body area in your Audi and need other elements from the same group, such as sill covers, door overlays, or additional decorative strips, check the available parts in the Audi protective and decorative strips category.

Technical support and part selection

When working with body components, it is worth paying attention to the correct selection of components, installation technique, and assessment of the condition of adjacent parts. For users who are simultaneously servicing other vehicle systems and using secondary market components, the guide on selecting and operating OEM parts may be helpful – more information can be found in the article Air conditioning and heating – part selection and maintenance for year-round comfort.