OVERVIEW
Correct spacing at the original wiper mounting point
8D1-955-746 is the Genuine VW/Audi spacer bushing used at the assigned windshield wiper assembly mounting point. Its shaped metal body establishes the original spacing within the connection.
Correct spacing lets the mounting hardware clamp the assembly as designed. A missing or damaged sleeve can change how the attachment seats, so inspect the complete mount when servicing a loose or disturbed wiper mechanism.
Technical details
- Complete factory number: 8D1-955-746.
- Factory specification: Factory spacer-bush designation 24/30 x 12.25.
- Design: shaped metal spacer bushing with oval flange.
- Quantity supplied: one individual spacer bushing.
The catalog designation describes the original spacer geometry. This component belongs at its assigned mounting position and should be matched by complete factory number rather than treated as a universal sleeve.
Common reasons to replace
- The original spacer is missing after wiper mechanism removal.
- The flange or spacer body is bent or distorted.
- Corrosion has damaged the seating surface.
- The mounting arrangement was previously assembled with incorrect hardware.
Inspect the adjoining bracket, mounting hardware and any separate isolating elements. A spacer does not repair a seized linkage, worn pivot or damaged motor; diagnose the source of poor wiper operation before replacing parts.
Vehicle fitment
This confirmed application is restricted to the B5 model and VIN break shown in the table.
| Vehicle | Model years | Engine | Configuration | Application restrictions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Audi A4 | 1999 | 1.8L turbocharged I4; 2.8L 30-valve gasoline V6 | B5 sedan; FWD or quattro; Avant quattro; Original factory mounting position | VIN from 8D-X-200001; assigned windshield wiper mounting location. |
Installation guidance
Park the wipers and remove the assembly following the vehicle-specific repair procedure. Note the original spacer location, inspect the mating surfaces and refit the correct mounting stack without substituting washers for the shaped bushing.
Tighten the attachment to the factory specification, confirm clearance and check the wiper sweep before final reassembly. Keep hands clear of the powered linkage during testing.
Ordering information
Supplied as one genuine spacer bushing. The catalog assembly uses multiple spacers; order the quantity needed for your repair. Wiper linkage, motor, brackets and other hardware are separate.