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Metelli 05-0280 Brake Master Cylinder

New Master Cylinder
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Reliable Brake Master Cylinder for Audi and Volkswagen Models

The Metelli New Master Cylinder 05-0280 is designed to restore precise brake hydraulics performance in select Audi and Volkswagen vehicles. Engineered with a durable cast iron housing, this brake master cylinder ensures consistent pressure delivery for safe and effective braking.

  • Cast iron housing for enhanced durability
  • Master cylinder bore diameter of 23.81 mm
  • Two outlets with M12 x 1.0 forward and rearward outlet sizes
  • Reservoir not included
  • Compatible with Audi A3, Volkswagen Beetle, Golf, Golf City, Jetta, TT, and TT Quattro
  • New condition for reliable replacement

About the Metelli New Master Cylinder Product Line

The New Master Cylinder line by Metelli focuses on delivering replacement brake master cylinders that meet original equipment specifications. This product line emphasizes precision engineering and material quality, such as the use of cast iron housings, to maintain the integrity of brake hydraulics systems in European vehicles. The 05-0280 part number is part of this line, ensuring compatibility and performance for specific Audi and Volkswagen models.

Detailed Product Description

This Metelli brake master cylinder features a 23.81 mm bore diameter, which is critical for maintaining proper hydraulic pressure within the brake system. The cast iron housing provides strength and resistance to wear, supporting long-term reliability. It includes two outlets, both sized M12 x 1.0, positioned forward and rearward to match the brake line connections on compatible vehicles. Note that this unit does not include a reservoir, so it is intended for use with existing or separately sourced reservoirs.

Common Applications and Issues Addressed

  • Restores brake pressure loss due to worn or damaged master cylinders
  • Eliminates spongy or unresponsive brake pedal feel
  • Resolves internal leaks within the brake master cylinder
  • Addresses brake fluid contamination affecting hydraulic performance
  • Replaces corroded or cracked master cylinder housings

Installation Notes and Tips

Ensure the brake system is properly bled after installation to remove air and maintain hydraulic integrity. Verify that the M12 x 1.0 outlet fittings align correctly with the vehicle’s brake lines. Since the reservoir is not included, confirm compatibility with the existing reservoir or source a suitable replacement. Follow manufacturer torque specifications when securing the master cylinder to avoid damage.

Quality Assurance and Warranty

The Metelli New Master Cylinder 05-0280 is supplied in new condition, meeting strict manufacturing standards for brake hydraulics components. While specific warranty details are not provided, Metelli products typically adhere to industry quality controls to ensure reliable performance in Audi and Volkswagen brake systems.

BrandMetelli
Part Number05-0280
PositionNew Master Cylinder
Housing MaterialCast iron
Master Cylinder Bore Diameter23.81
Reservoir IncludedNo
ConditionNew
Forward Outlet SizeM12 x 1.0
Number of Outlets2
Rearward Outlet SizeM12 x 1.0

This part fits 148 vehicles. Search below:

YearMakeModelSubmodelBody TypeLitersCylindersPositionNotes
2010VolkswagenGolf CityN/ANew Master Cylinder
2010VolkswagenJettaEuropaN/ABosch Cylinder; New Master Cylinder
2009VolkswagenGolf CityN/ANew Master Cylinder
2009VolkswagenJettaEuropaN/ABosch Cylinder; New Master Cylinder
2008VolkswagenGolf CityN/ANew Master Cylinder
2008VolkswagenJettaEuropaN/ABosch Cylinder; New Master Cylinder
2007VolkswagenGolf CityN/ANew Master Cylinder
2007VolkswagenJettaEuropaN/ABosch Cylinder; New Master Cylinder
2006VolkswagenGolfN/A232mm Rear Disc; 280mm Front Disc; exc ESP; New Master Cylinder
2006VolkswagenGolfN/A288mm Front Disc; exc ESP; Solid Rear Disc; New Master Cylinder
2006VolkswagenGolfN/A312mm Front Disc; exc ESP; Vented Rear Disc; New Master Cylinder
2006VolkswagenJettaEuropaN/ABosch Cylinder; New Master Cylinder
2005VolkswagenBeetleN/ABrake master cylinder fits models without Electronic Stability Program (ESP).; New Master Cylinder
2005VolkswagenGolfN/A232mm Rear Disc; 280mm Front Disc; exc ESP; New Master Cylinder
2005VolkswagenGolfN/A288mm Front Disc; exc ESP; Solid Rear Disc; New Master Cylinder
2005VolkswagenGolfN/A312mm Front Disc; exc ESP; Vented Rear Disc; New Master Cylinder
2005VolkswagenJettaEuropaN/ABosch Cylinder; New Master Cylinder
2005VolkswagenJettaGLISedan1.8LL4N/Aexc ESP; Fr 01/05 - To 11/05; Solid Rear Disc; New Master Cylinder
2005VolkswagenJettaGLISedan1.8LL4N/Aexc ESP; Fr 01/05 - To 11/05; Vented Rear Disc; New Master Cylinder
2004AudiA3N/A256mm Front Disc; New Master Cylinder
2004AudiA3N/A279mm Front Disc; New Master Cylinder
2004AudiA3N/A288mm Front Disc; New Master Cylinder
2004VolkswagenBeetleN/ABrake master cylinder fits models without Electronic Stability Program (ESP).; New Master Cylinder
2004VolkswagenGolfComfortlineN/A232mm Rear Disc; 280mm Front Disc; exc ESP; New Master Cylinder
2004VolkswagenGolfComfortlineN/A288mm Front Disc; exc ESP; Solid Rear Disc; New Master Cylinder
2004VolkswagenGolfComfortlineN/A312mm Front Disc; exc ESP; Vented Rear Disc; New Master Cylinder
2004VolkswagenGolfEuropaN/A232mm Rear Disc; 280mm Front Disc; exc ESP; New Master Cylinder
2004VolkswagenGolfEuropaN/A288mm Front Disc; exc ESP; Solid Rear Disc; New Master Cylinder
2004VolkswagenGolfEuropaN/A312mm Front Disc; exc ESP; Vented Rear Disc; New Master Cylinder
2004VolkswagenGolfGLN/A232mm Rear Disc; 280mm Front Disc; exc ESP; New Master Cylinder
2004VolkswagenGolfGLN/A288mm Front Disc; exc ESP; Solid Rear Disc; New Master Cylinder
2004VolkswagenGolfGLN/A312mm Front Disc; exc ESP; Vented Rear Disc; New Master Cylinder
2004VolkswagenGolfGL TDIN/A232mm Rear Disc; 280mm Front Disc; exc ESP; New Master Cylinder
2004VolkswagenGolfGL TDIN/A288mm Front Disc; exc ESP; Solid Rear Disc; New Master Cylinder
2004VolkswagenGolfGL TDIN/A312mm Front Disc; exc ESP; Vented Rear Disc; New Master Cylinder
2004VolkswagenGolfGLSN/A232mm Rear Disc; 280mm Front Disc; exc ESP; New Master Cylinder
2004VolkswagenGolfGLSN/A288mm Front Disc; exc ESP; Solid Rear Disc; New Master Cylinder
2004VolkswagenGolfGLSN/A312mm Front Disc; exc ESP; Vented Rear Disc; New Master Cylinder
2004VolkswagenGolfGLS TDIN/A232mm Rear Disc; 280mm Front Disc; exc ESP; New Master Cylinder
2004VolkswagenGolfGLS TDIN/A288mm Front Disc; exc ESP; Solid Rear Disc; New Master Cylinder
2004VolkswagenGolfGLS TDIN/A312mm Front Disc; exc ESP; Vented Rear Disc; New Master Cylinder
2004VolkswagenGolfGTIN/A232mm Rear Disc; 280mm Front Disc; exc ESP; New Master Cylinder
2004VolkswagenGolfGTIN/A288mm Front Disc; exc ESP; Solid Rear Disc; New Master Cylinder
2004VolkswagenGolfGTIN/A312mm Front Disc; exc ESP; Vented Rear Disc; New Master Cylinder
2004VolkswagenGolfGTI 1.8TN/A232mm Rear Disc; 280mm Front Disc; exc ESP; New Master Cylinder
2004VolkswagenGolfGTI 1.8TN/A288mm Front Disc; exc ESP; Solid Rear Disc; New Master Cylinder
2004VolkswagenGolfGTI 1.8TN/A312mm Front Disc; exc ESP; Vented Rear Disc; New Master Cylinder
2004VolkswagenGolfGTI VR6N/A232mm Rear Disc; 280mm Front Disc; exc ESP; New Master Cylinder
2004VolkswagenGolfGTI VR6N/A288mm Front Disc; exc ESP; Solid Rear Disc; New Master Cylinder
2004VolkswagenGolfGTI VR6N/A312mm Front Disc; exc ESP; Vented Rear Disc; New Master Cylinder
2004VolkswagenGolfTrendlineN/A232mm Rear Disc; 280mm Front Disc; exc ESP; New Master Cylinder
2004VolkswagenGolfTrendlineN/A288mm Front Disc; exc ESP; Solid Rear Disc; New Master Cylinder
2004VolkswagenGolfTrendlineN/A312mm Front Disc; exc ESP; Vented Rear Disc; New Master Cylinder
2004VolkswagenJettaN/A280mm Front Disc; exc ESP; New Master Cylinder
2004VolkswagenJettaN/A288mm Front Disc; exc ESP; New Master Cylinder
2004VolkswagenJetta1.8LL4N/Aexc ESP; From 3/2004 - To 12/004; Solid Rear Disc; New Master Cylinder
2004VolkswagenJetta1.8LL4N/Aexc ESP; From 3/2004 - To 12/004; Vented Rear Disc; New Master Cylinder
2004VolkswagenJetta1.8LL4N/Aexc ESP; To 3/2004; New Master Cylinder
2004VolkswagenJetta1.9LL4N/Aexc ESP; From 3/2004 - To 12/004; New Master Cylinder
2004VolkswagenJetta1.9LL4N/Aexc ESP; To 3/2004; New Master Cylinder
2004VolkswagenJetta2.0LL4N/Aexc ESP; From 3/2004 - To 12/004; New Master Cylinder
2004VolkswagenJetta2.0LL4N/Aexc ESP; To 3/2004; New Master Cylinder
2004VolkswagenJetta2.8LV6N/Aexc ESP; From 3/2004 - To 12/004; Vented Rear Disc; New Master Cylinder
2004VolkswagenJetta2.8LV6N/Aexc ESP; To 3/2004; New Master Cylinder
2004VolkswagenJettaEuropaN/ABosch Cylinder; New Master Cylinder
2003AudiA3N/A256mm Front Disc; New Master Cylinder
2003AudiA3N/A279mm Front Disc; New Master Cylinder
2003AudiA3N/A288mm Front Disc; New Master Cylinder
2003VolkswagenBeetleN/ABrake master cylinder fits models without Electronic Stability Program (ESP).; New Master Cylinder
2003VolkswagenGolfN/A232mm Rear Disc; 280mm Front Disc; exc ESP; New Master Cylinder
2003VolkswagenGolfN/A288mm Front Disc; exc ESP; Solid Rear Disc; New Master Cylinder
2003VolkswagenGolfN/A312mm Front Disc; exc ESP; Vented Rear Disc; New Master Cylinder
2003VolkswagenJettaN/A280mm Front Disc; exc ESP; New Master Cylinder
2003VolkswagenJettaN/A288mm Front Disc; exc ESP; New Master Cylinder
2003VolkswagenJetta1.8LL4N/ABrake master cylinder fits models without Electronic Stability Program (ESP).; New Master Cylinder
2003VolkswagenJetta1.9LL4N/ABrake master cylinder fits models without Electronic Stability Program (ESP).; New Master Cylinder
2003VolkswagenJetta2.0LL4N/ABrake master cylinder fits models without Electronic Stability Program (ESP).; New Master Cylinder
2003VolkswagenJetta2.8LV6N/ABrake master cylinder fits models without Electronic Stability Program (ESP).; New Master Cylinder
2003VolkswagenJettaEuropaN/ABosch Cylinder; New Master Cylinder
2002AudiA3N/A256mm Front Disc; New Master Cylinder
2002AudiA3N/A279mm Front Disc; New Master Cylinder
2002AudiA3N/A288mm Front Disc; New Master Cylinder
2002AudiTTN/Aexc ESP; Fr Ch# 8N-Y-011 101; To 10/01; To Ch# 8N-2-014 300; New Master Cylinder
2002VolkswagenBeetleN/ABrake master cylinder fits models without Electronic Stability Program (ESP).; New Master Cylinder
2002VolkswagenGolfN/A232mm Rear Disc; 280mm Front Disc; exc ESP; New Master Cylinder
2002VolkswagenGolfN/A288mm Front Disc; exc ESP; Solid Rear Disc; New Master Cylinder
2002VolkswagenGolfN/A312mm Front Disc; exc ESP; Vented Rear Disc; New Master Cylinder
2002VolkswagenJetta1.8LL4N/ABrake master cylinder fits models without Electronic Stability Program (ESP).; New Master Cylinder
2002VolkswagenJetta1.9LL4N/ABrake master cylinder fits models without Electronic Stability Program (ESP).; New Master Cylinder
2002VolkswagenJetta2.0LL4N/ABrake master cylinder fits models without Electronic Stability Program (ESP).; New Master Cylinder
2002VolkswagenJetta2.8LV6N/ABrake master cylinder fits models without Electronic Stability Program (ESP).; New Master Cylinder
2002VolkswagenJettaN/A280mm Front Disc; exc ESP; New Master Cylinder
2002VolkswagenJettaN/A288mm Front Disc; exc ESP; New Master Cylinder
2001AudiA3N/A256mm Front Disc; New Master Cylinder
2001AudiA3N/A279mm Front Disc; New Master Cylinder
2001AudiA3N/A288mm Front Disc; New Master Cylinder
2001AudiTTN/Aexc ESP; Fr Ch# 8N-Y-011 101; To Ch# 8N-2-014 300; New Master Cylinder
2001AudiTT QuattroN/Aexc ESP, solid rear disc, up to October 2001, up to chassis number 8N-2-014 300; New Master Cylinder
2001AudiTT QuattroN/AExc ESP, up to 10/01, up to chassis number 8N-2-014 300, compatible with vented rear disc brakes.; New Master Cylinder
2001VolkswagenBeetleN/ANew Master Cylinder
2001VolkswagenGolfGLN/Aexc ESP; Fr Ch# 1J-YW-238 581; New Master Cylinder
2001VolkswagenGolfGLSN/Aexc ESP; Fr Ch# 1J-YW-238 581; New Master Cylinder
2001VolkswagenGolfGTIN/Aexc ESP; Fr Ch# 1J-YW-238 581; New Master Cylinder
2001VolkswagenGolfGTI GLSN/Aexc ESP; Fr Ch# 1J-YW-238 581; New Master Cylinder
2001VolkswagenGolfGTI GLXN/Aexc ESP; Fr Ch# 1J-YW-238 581; New Master Cylinder
2001VolkswagenJettaSedan1.8LL4N/Aexc ESP; Fr Ch# 9M-Y-012-500; New Master Cylinder
2001VolkswagenJetta1.9LL4N/Aexc ESP; Fr Ch# 9M-Y-012-500; New Master Cylinder
2001VolkswagenJettaSedan2.0LL4N/Aexc ESP; Fr Ch# 9M-Y-012-500; New Master Cylinder
2001VolkswagenJettaSedan2.8LV6N/Aexc ESP; Fr Ch# 9M-Y-012-500; New Master Cylinder
2000AudiA3N/A256mm Front Disc; New Master Cylinder
2000AudiA3N/A279mm Front Disc; New Master Cylinder
2000AudiA3N/A288mm Front Disc; New Master Cylinder
2000AudiTTN/Aexc ESP; Fr 3/99 - To 6/99; To Ch# 8N-Y-011 100; New Master Cylinder
2000AudiTTN/Aexc ESP; Fr 6/99; Fr Ch# 8N-Y-011 101; To Ch# 8N-2-014 300; New Master Cylinder
2000AudiTT QuattroN/ABrake master cylinder fits models without Electronic Stability Program (ESP).; New Master Cylinder
2000VolkswagenBeetleN/ANew Master Cylinder
2000VolkswagenGolfGLN/Aexc ESP; Fr Ch# 1J-YW-238 581; New Master Cylinder
2000VolkswagenGolfGLSN/Aexc ESP; Fr Ch# 1J-YW-238 581; New Master Cylinder
2000VolkswagenGolfGTIN/Aexc ESP; Fr Ch# 1J-YW-238 581; New Master Cylinder
2000VolkswagenGolfGTI GLSN/Aexc ESP; Fr Ch# 1J-YW-238 581; New Master Cylinder
2000VolkswagenGolfGTI GLXN/Aexc ESP; Fr Ch# 1J-YW-238 581; New Master Cylinder
2000VolkswagenJetta1.8LL4N/Aexc ESP; Fr Ch# 9M-Y-012-500; New Master Cylinder
2000VolkswagenJetta1.9LL4N/Aexc ESP; Fr Ch# 9M-Y-012-500; New Master Cylinder
2000VolkswagenJetta2.0LL4N/Aexc ESP; Fr Ch# 9M-Y-012-500; New Master Cylinder
2000VolkswagenJetta2.8LV6N/Aexc ESP; Fr Ch# 9M-Y-012-500; New Master Cylinder
1999AudiA3N/A256mm Front Disc; New Master Cylinder
1999AudiA3N/A279mm Front Disc; New Master Cylinder
1999AudiA3N/A288mm Front Disc; New Master Cylinder
1999VolkswagenBeetleN/AFr 6/99 - To 7/99; New Master Cylinder
1999VolkswagenBeetleN/AFr 8/99; New Master Cylinder
1999VolkswagenBeetleN/ATo 5/99; New Master Cylinder
1999VolkswagenGolfGLN/Aexc ESP; Fr 6/99; Fr Ch# 1J-YW-238-581; New Master Cylinder
1999VolkswagenGolfGLN/ATo 6/99; To Ch# 1J-YW-238-580; New Master Cylinder
1999VolkswagenGolfGLSN/Aexc ESP; Fr 6/99; Fr Ch# 1J-YW-238-581; New Master Cylinder
1999VolkswagenGolfGLSN/ATo 6/99; To Ch# 1J-YW-238-580; New Master Cylinder
1999VolkswagenGolfGTIN/ABrake master cylinder fits models without Electronic Stability Program (ESP).; New Master Cylinder
1999VolkswagenGolfGTI VR6N/ABrake master cylinder fits models without Electronic Stability Program (ESP).; New Master Cylinder
1999VolkswagenJetta1.9LL4N/Aexc ESP; Fr Ch# 9M-Y-012-500; To 7/99; New Master Cylinder
1999VolkswagenJetta2.0LL4N/Aexc ESP; Fr Ch# 9M-Y-012-500; To 7/99; New Master Cylinder
1999VolkswagenJetta2.8LV6N/Aexc ESP; Fr Ch# 9M-Y-012-500; To 7/99; New Master Cylinder
1998AudiA3N/A256mm Front Disc; New Master Cylinder
1998AudiA3N/A279mm Front Disc; New Master Cylinder
1998AudiA3N/A288mm Front Disc; New Master Cylinder
1998VolkswagenBeetleN/ANew Master Cylinder
1998VolkswagenGolfGLN/AFr 12/98; New Master Cylinder
1998VolkswagenGolfGTIN/Aexc ESP; Fr 12/98; New Master Cylinder
1998VolkswagenGolfGTI VR6N/Aexc ESP; Fr 12/98; New Master Cylinder
1998VolkswagenJettaN/AFr 10/98; New Master Cylinder

* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.

This part directly replaces or is cross-referenced with the following part numbers:

0 204 123 33901050310503108 656132523B173819151J1 614 01924.2123-1709.330 93 17403174035550007136021913024640229561981X813029142824768FHM687H2396701LM21091M85020MC1483BEMC1915PMK491

Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.

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