Audi A4 B8 Coolant Air Conditioning Pipe A/C Hose Line Tube 8K2260712C

Audi A4 B8 Coolant Air Conditioning Pipe A/C Hose Line Tube is a cooling system component responsible for the safe and leak-proof routing of the working medium between A/C sub-assemblies. The original Audi design from the Lines, Hoses and Pipes group ensures proper geometric fit to the A4 B8 body and stable operation of the air conditioning system during daily use. This used OEM component allows for the technical replacement of a damaged pipe without the need for system modifications.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: RHD-8K2260712C
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8K2260712C
• Substitutable numbers: 8K2260712C, 8K2 260 712 C, 8K2 260 712 E, 8K2260712E
• Part type: Hose
• Category: Hoses, Lines & Pipes

Application and function in the air conditioning system

The offered refrigerant pipe is designed for the air conditioning system in the Audi A4 B8 generation model. It is responsible for the precise routing of the refrigerant between system components, maintaining the correct operating pressure, and reducing thermal losses. Thanks to its factory geometry and internal diameter, the pipe works with the stock compressor, condenser, and other system elements, maintaining the parameters specified by the manufacturer.

Construction and mounting fit

The pipe belongs to the group of rigid and flexible elements typical for A/C installations in modern vehicles. The properly shaped tube routes the refrigerant line in the engine bay and the front end area, bypassing critical structural points. The applied connection ends are prepared to work with factory Audi connectors, which facilitates installation and reduces the risk of connection leaks.

Due to its original origin, the pipe maintains the correct mounting points to the body and brackets, which minimizes vibrations and fatigue loads while driving. This translates into stable operation of the air conditioning system and a lower risk of recurring failures resulting from mechanical stress.

Benefits of using an original Audi pipe

Using a factory A/C pipe in an Audi A4 B8 provides a number of practical advantages:

• secure fit to the stock air conditioning system without installation modifications,
• preservation of the factory refrigerant routing path,
• compatibility with original connectors and mounts,
• reduction of the risk of leaks resulting from inaccurate fitment,
• consistency with other A/C system elements in terms of flow parameters.

The used OEM element allows for an economical repair of the air conditioning system while maintaining the design intended by the vehicle manufacturer. This solution is particularly beneficial in the event of mechanical pipe failure, corrosion, or collision damage.

Condition, verification, and service application

The air conditioning pipe comes from disassembly and is offered as a used Audi part, which allows for repair cost optimization while maintaining the original specification. Before re-installation in the vehicle, standard service procedures are recommended: checking the system for leaks, replacing seals at connection points, and performing a vacuum and refrigerant refill in accordance with the manufacturer's guidelines.

Thanks to the preservation of factory geometry, the pipe will prove effective both for a typical replacement of a damaged tube and for broader service work within the air conditioning system, e.g., after accident repairs or compressor replacement.

Expanding the scope of repairs and additional information

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the air conditioning area in your Audi and need other elements from the same group, such as additional lines, flexible hoses, or rigid refrigerant pipes, check out the available parts in the Audi Lines, Hoses and Pipes category.

In situations where fast vehicle restoration and minimizing service downtime are critical, it is worth reading the material describing how readily available used OEM components affect repair lead times – details can be found in the article Availability of car parts off the shelf vs. repair time – how do used OEM parts shorten workshop stays?.