Audi A5 8T Fuel Tank Filler Flap Cap Cover Misano Red Pearl - Z3M 8T0809907C

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Audi A5 8T Fuel Tank Filler Flap Cap Cover Misano Red Pearl - Z3M is an original body component from the Fuel filler flaps and accessories group, designed for Audi A5 8T generation models. The Misano Red Pearl - Z3M paint finish allows for consistent visual matching to the factory body color without the need for additional painting, provided the paint code matches.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8T0809907C-MRE
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8T0809907C
• Substitutable numbers: 8T0809907C, 8T0 809 907 C
• Color: Misano Red Pearl - Z3M
• Category: Fuel Flaps & Components

Purpose and function of the component

The presented fuel filler flap is a factory Audi body component, responsible for covering the fuel filler neck and aesthetically completing the vehicle's side profile. As a part from the Fuel filler flaps and accessories group, it ensures proper closure of the area around the filler, protection against contaminants, and visual consistency with the remaining body panels.

The Misano Red Pearl - Z3M color is a distinctive, pearlescent shade of red used in Audi models, which helps maintain a uniform paint appearance during post-accident repairs, replacement of damaged components, or restoring the car to a near-factory condition.

Color and paint matching for Misano Red Pearl - Z3M

The Misano Red Pearl - Z3M paint code indicates a multi-layer pearlescent finish, which presents varying color depth depending on the angle of light incidence. In practice, this means:

• consistent matching to factory-painted components in the same color,
• reducing the need for full painting of the component when the vehicle's paint code matches,
• maintaining the characteristic, dynamic look of the Audi A5 8T body.

When selecting a flap, it is worth verifying the paint code on the vehicle's identification plate to ensure the best possible color match to the existing body panels.

Characteristics of the original Audi part

As an Audi brand product, the fuel filler flap has been designed with factory dimensional tolerances and geometry, which translates into:

• proper fitment with the body and the fuel filler frame,
• compliance with the side profile of the A5 8T model,
• preservation of factory gap geometry between elements.

The original mounts and structural design of the flap facilitate installation in place of a damaged component, without the need for modifications or fitting aftermarket replacements. This solution is particularly beneficial for post-accident repairs, where fitment precision and factory repeatability are crucial.

Used condition and service application

The item is offered in used condition, making it an attractive cost-effective alternative to new components while maintaining the original Audi construction. This type of part is suitable in situations where:

• replacement of the flap is necessary due to mechanical damage or corrosion,
• a post-accident repair of the side body section is being carried out,
• maintaining the factory look of the vehicle on a reasonable budget is important.

Before installation, a standard visual inspection and fitting of the component to the body are recommended, in accordance with service procedures used in body and paint workshops.

Support in selection and technical materials

To better understand the role of components related to the refueling system and their impact on vehicle operation, it is worth reading the guide material: Fuel system – injectors, pumps, and fuel tank: maintenance and regeneration. The article discusses the principles of the fuel system, diagnostics, and component selection by catalog numbers.

If you want to organize the process of selecting parts by catalog numbers or VIN, a practical guide will be helpful: how to choose the right car part by VIN and OEM number, where you will find a step-by-step procedure and a list of key questions for the seller.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the fuel filler area in your Audi and need other elements from the same group, such as additional covers, shields, or mounting accessories, check the available parts in the Audi fuel filler flaps and accessories category.