{"product_id":"n-040-301-6-genuine-vw-audi-exhaust-hanger-bolt-m8x48","title":"N-040-301-6 Genuine VW\/Audi Exhaust Hanger Bolt M8x48","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOriginal hardware for the exhaust support assembly\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe N-040-301-6 Genuine VW\/Audi exhaust hanger bolt fastens the original exhaust support at the specified mounting position. Correct hardware helps the hanger hold the exhaust in its intended position while the complete support arrangement accommodates movement and vibration. On the listed Passat application, this bolt secures the lower hanger connection at the downpipe. The confirmed newer Audi applications use this number at the front-pipe support plate positions stated in the table, including selected Q5 plug-in-hybrid assemblies. Their springs, washers and guide sleeves must remain in the factory arrangement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTechnical details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart number:\u003c\/strong\u003e N-040-301-6 \/ N0403016.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification:\u003c\/strong\u003e M8 nominal thread diameter with a specified 48 mm length.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHead:\u003c\/strong\u003e external hex for socket or wrench engagement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication:\u003c\/strong\u003e original exhaust hanger mounting position identified in the fitment table.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e one bolt; hanger, guide sleeve, nut and other mounting hardware are separate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThread diameter alone does not establish interchangeability. The bolt length, sleeve arrangement and location must match the original support. A bolt that is too short may provide insufficient engagement, while one that is too long can interfere with adjoining components. Confirm this exact number rather than selecting hardware solely by its appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCommon reasons to replace\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCorroded or seized hardware:\u003c\/strong\u003e repeated heat cycles and road exposure can make exhaust fasteners difficult to service.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRounded hex head:\u003c\/strong\u003e damaged wrench flats can prevent controlled removal and tightening.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDamaged threads:\u003c\/strong\u003e cross-threading or fastening damage can prevent secure assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMissing or incorrect hardware:\u003c\/strong\u003e an incomplete hanger connection after a previous repair can leave the support improperly assembled.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExhaust support service:\u003c\/strong\u003e inspect this bolt when replacing the original hanger, sleeve or associated exhaust section.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn exhaust rattle or a pipe contacting the underbody requires inspection of the complete mounting system. Check the hanger, isolation components, sleeves, pipe alignment and adjacent connections. A new bolt cannot restore a torn rubber support or correct a bent bracket.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFitment data sheet\u003c\/h3\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\u003eVolkswagen Passat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1998–2005\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.8L turbo gasoline\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eB5 \/ B5.5 Sedan and Wagon; front-wheel drive; Original lower downpipe hanger attachment; match the installed manual or automatic assembly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOriginal exhaust hanger bolt position specifying N-040-301-6. Match the hanger, sleeve and original parts diagram; not interchangeable with every bolt in the exhaust assembly.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAudi RS4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2007–2008\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.2L FSI V8 gasoline\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eB7 Sedan; quattro; 6-speed manual\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOriginal exhaust hanger bolt position specifying N-040-301-6. Match the hanger, sleeve and original parts diagram; not interchangeable with every bolt in the exhaust assembly.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAudi RS4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2008\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.2L FSI V8 gasoline\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eB7 Cabriolet; quattro; 6-speed manual\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOriginal exhaust hanger bolt position specifying N-040-301-6. Match the hanger, sleeve and original parts diagram; not interchangeable with every bolt in the exhaust assembly.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAudi Q5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2018, 2020\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.0L turbocharged gasoline inline-four\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFY SUV; original non-plug-in-hybrid exhaust; Automatic; match original exhaust support assembly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOriginal front-pipe support plate positions 8 and 12 specifying N-040-301-6. Retain the prescribed spring, washer and sleeve arrangement; other exhaust bolts are not interchangeable.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAudi Q5 PHEV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2023–2024\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.0L turbocharged gasoline \/ electric plug-in hybrid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFY SUV; plug-in hybrid only; Automatic; match original exhaust support assembly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOriginal exhaust support plate bolt position 11; 2024 plate positions 11 and 16 specifying N-040-301-6. Retain the prescribed spring, washer and sleeve arrangement; other exhaust bolts are not interchangeable.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAudi S4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2018, 2024\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.0L turbocharged V6 gasoline\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eB9 sedan; quattro; Automatic; match original exhaust support assembly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOriginal left or right front-pipe support positions 9 and 13 specifying N-040-301-6. Retain the prescribed spring, washer and sleeve arrangement; other exhaust bolts are not interchangeable.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAudi SQ5 Sportback\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2023\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.0L turbocharged V6 gasoline\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFY Sportback; quattro; Automatic; match original exhaust support assembly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOriginal left or right front-pipe support positions 9 and 13 specifying N-040-301-6. Retain the prescribed spring, washer and sleeve arrangement; other exhaust bolts are not interchangeable.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAudi SQ5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2018\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.0L turbocharged V6 gasoline\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFY SUV; quattro; Automatic; match original exhaust support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLeft\/right front-pipe support positions 9 and 13 specifying N-040-301-6. Preserve the original spring, washer and sleeve arrangement. Other engine, body or bolt positions excluded.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAudi S5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2018\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.0L turbocharged V6 gasoline\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eB9 Coupe; quattro; Automatic; match original exhaust support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLeft\/right exhaust plate upper\/lower bolt positions 13 and 17 specifying N-040-301-6. Preserve the original spring, washer and sleeve arrangement. Other engine, body or bolt positions excluded.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAudi S5 Cabriolet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2018\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.0L turbocharged V6 gasoline\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eB9 Cabriolet; quattro; Automatic; match original exhaust support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLeft\/right exhaust plate upper\/lower bolt positions 13 and 17 specifying N-040-301-6. Preserve the original spring, washer and sleeve arrangement. Other engine, body or bolt positions excluded.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAudi A4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2018\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.0L turbocharged gasoline inline-four; original CYMC or DBPA assembly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eB9 sedan; match factory engine code; Manual or automatic as originally equipped; match original exhaust support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOriginal front-pipe support positions 8 and 12 specifying N-040-301-6. Preserve the original spring, washer and sleeve arrangement. Other engine, body or bolt positions excluded.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eInstallation and ordering guidance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eConfirm the vehicle identification number and the original exhaust assembly diagram before ordering. Different fastening positions within the same hanger can use different bolt lengths. Match the lower connection, guide sleeve and retaining hardware as a complete arrangement, and count the fasteners required for the repair.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSupport the exhaust before releasing the hanger. Inspect the receiving threads and the mating hardware, then align the support without forcing the pipe into position. Install the original sleeve and isolating components in their specified sequence and use the tightening procedure prescribed for that attachment. No universal torque value applies to every exhaust hanger position.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfter service, check that the exhaust clears the body and surrounding components through its normal supported position. Confirm that the hanger is correctly seated and that all serviced connections are secure before returning the vehicle to use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Genuine VW\/Audi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48014372044977,"sku":"N-040-301-6","price":5.64,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0681\/1379\/3201\/files\/n-040-301-6-genuine-vw-audi-1.jpg?v=1791601818","url":"https:\/\/hstuning.com\/products\/n-040-301-6-genuine-vw-audi-exhaust-hanger-bolt-m8x48","provider":"HS Tuning ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}