Genuine OEM Audi hood rubber buffer, part number 4E0823429. This component serves as a cushion and alignment stop for the hood, preventing vibration and ensuring the panel sits flush with the surrounding bodywork. It is located within the hood assembly. Made from high-grade, weather-resistant rubber, it is engineered to maintain its shape and elasticity under varying temperatures. Genuine OEM parts are critical for this application to ensure the exact factory-specified compression, which is necessary to prevent hood movement and maintain a perfect exterior finish.