{"product_id":"n-012-411-1-genuine-vw-audi-door-lock-cylinder-securing-ring","title":"N-012-411-1 Genuine VW\/Audi Door Lock Cylinder Securing Ring","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSecure the original door lock cylinder hardware\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGenuine VW\/Audi N-012-411-1 is the small retaining ring assigned to the original exterior front door-handle lock-cylinder assembly on the confirmed applications below. It seats in the matching groove to retain the associated lock hardware in its intended axial position.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA missing or distorted retaining ring can allow an otherwise serviceable lock assembly to come apart or lose its correct location. This listing supplies the individual ring for an identified original lock arrangement. The lock cylinder, follower, tumbler plates, seals, keys and complete door handle are separate components.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTechnical details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete factory number: N-012-411-1.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory specification: 11 × 1 mm securing ring according to the original parts catalog.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: split external retaining ring with tool engagement holes, as shown in the archive photograph.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuantity supplied: one individual securing ring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 11 × 1 mm designation is the functional catalog specification, not a measurement of the shipping package. Match the original part number, groove and lock assembly before ordering. Similar retaining rings with different thicknesses or diameters may fail to seat correctly or may interfere with the lock mechanism.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCommon reasons to replace\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe original ring has been lost while a door handle or lock cylinder was dismantled.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe ring has been overstretched, bent or damaged during removal and no longer sits securely in its groove.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorrosion or wear has weakened the original retainer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA lock-cylinder or follower repair requires replacement retaining hardware in the original assigned position.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eInspect the groove, lock cylinder and follower before fitting a replacement. A cracked follower, worn cylinder, damaged key or failed central-locking component needs separate diagnosis. Installing a ring does not repair those faults or restore a damaged retaining groove.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eVehicle fitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese entries identify confirmed original front door-handle lock-cylinder applications. Match the actual lock assembly, particularly if a handle or cylinder has been changed. The early 1998 A4 quattro VIN restriction shown below must be observed. This table does not establish use at every retaining-ring position on the vehicle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVehicle\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel years\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEngine\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eConfiguration\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eApplication restrictions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAudi 90\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1993–1994\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.8L V6 gasoline\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eB4 sedan; front-wheel drive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOriginal front door-handle lock-cylinder securing ring, 11 × 1 mm catalog specification. Match the lock cylinder, follower and original ring groove; one ring supplied. No engine or transmission fastening variant is specified for the ring at this original lock-cylinder position.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAudi 90\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1993\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.8L V6 gasoline\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eB4 sedan; quattro\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOriginal front door-handle lock-cylinder securing ring, 11 × 1 mm catalog specification. Match the lock cylinder, follower and original ring groove; one ring supplied. No engine or transmission fastening variant is specified for the ring at this original lock-cylinder position.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAudi 90\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1995\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.8L V6 gasoline\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eB4 sedan; quattro\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOriginal front door-handle lock-cylinder securing ring, 11 × 1 mm catalog specification. Match the lock cylinder, follower and original ring groove; one ring supplied. No engine or transmission fastening variant is specified for the ring at this original lock-cylinder position.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAudi 100\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1993\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.8L V6 gasoline\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eC4; front-wheel drive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOriginal front door-handle lock-cylinder securing ring, 11 × 1 mm catalog specification. Match the lock cylinder, follower and original ring groove; one ring supplied. No engine or transmission fastening variant is specified for the ring at this original lock-cylinder position.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAudi 100\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1992; 1994\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.8L V6 gasoline\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eC4; quattro\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOriginal front door-handle lock-cylinder securing ring, 11 × 1 mm catalog specification. Match the lock cylinder, follower and original ring groove; one ring supplied. No engine or transmission fastening variant is specified for the ring at this original lock-cylinder position.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAudi Coupe Quattro\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1990\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.3L 20-valve gasoline inline-five\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eB3 coupe; quattro\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOriginal front door-handle lock-cylinder securing ring, 11 × 1 mm catalog specification. Match the lock cylinder, follower and original ring groove; one ring supplied. No engine or transmission fastening variant is specified for the ring at this original lock-cylinder position.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAudi A4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1996\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.8L V6 gasoline\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eB5 sedan; front-wheel drive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOriginal front door-handle lock-cylinder securing ring, 11 × 1 mm catalog specification. Match the lock cylinder, follower and original ring groove; one ring supplied. No engine or transmission fastening variant is specified for the ring at this original lock-cylinder position.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAudi A4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1998\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.8L turbo gasoline or 2.8L V6 gasoline\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eB5; quattro; VIN through 8D-W-007799\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOriginal front door-handle lock-cylinder securing ring, 11 × 1 mm catalog specification. Match the lock cylinder, follower and original ring groove; one ring supplied. Restricted to the catalog's early VIN group through 8D-W-007799.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAudi 200 Quattro\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1991\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.2L 20-valve turbo gasoline inline-five\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eC3; quattro\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOriginal front door-handle lock-cylinder securing ring, 11 × 1 mm catalog specification. Match the lock cylinder, follower and original ring groove; one ring supplied. No engine or transmission fastening variant is specified for the ring at this original lock-cylinder position.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eInstallation guidance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFollow the door-handle and lock-cylinder service procedure for the exact vehicle. Keep the small components and their orientation organized during dismantling. Use suitable retaining-ring pliers, expand the ring only as far as necessary, and protect the lock components from scratches or distortion.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMake sure the ring is fully seated around the entire intended groove and that the retained component cannot move out of position. Reassemble the handle and test key rotation, mechanical locking, unlocking and handle operation before closing the door. Check any alarm or central-locking functions affected by the repair.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrdering information\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne purchased unit supplies one N-012-411-1 securing ring. Catalog quantities describe an entire assembly or vehicle and do not change the quantity supplied here. Check the complete original part number and fitted lock arrangement before purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Genuine VW\/Audi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48048503881905,"sku":"N-012-411-1","price":1.74,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0681\/1379\/3201\/files\/n-012-411-1-genuine-vw-audi-1.jpg?v=1792151987","url":"https:\/\/hstuning.com\/products\/n-012-411-1-genuine-vw-audi-door-lock-cylinder-securing-ring","provider":"HS Tuning ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}