Audi A4 B8 A5 8T Spring Strut Shock Absorber Front Right O/S 8K0413031AE

Audi A4 B8 A5 8T Spring Strut Shock Absorber Front Right O/S is an original component from the Shock Absorbers and Struts group, designed for operation on the front axle on the passenger side. It ensures stable handling, predictable body behavior, and proper vibration damping, which directly impacts driving comfort and safety.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8K0413031AE-1
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8K0413031AE
• Substitutable numbers: 8K0413031AE, 8K0 413 031 AE, 8K0 413 031 CG, 8K0413031CG
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Part type: Strut
• Category: Shocks, Struts & Assemblies

Purpose and placement in the suspension

The presented element is a complete suspension strut mounted on the front right side of the vehicle. As an original Audi brand part, it is structurally matched to the suspension geometry of the A4 B8 and A5 8T models, which allows for maintaining factory handling parameters and suspension system performance. The placement on the vehicle (front, right side) is crucial for the correct distribution of forces in the suspension, which is why this shock absorber with spring should be used exactly in the intended position, without swapping sides.

Technical and functional characteristics

The strut combines the function of vibration damping and body support via the spring, working in conjunction with other front suspension elements. Thanks to its factory performance characteristics, it ensures:

• controlled suspension deflection during braking and acceleration,
• driving stability in corners,
• reduction of vibrations transmitted to the body and steering system,
• consistent operation with other front axle components. As an element from the Shock Absorbers and Struts group, it has been designed to work with factory mounting points in the wheel arch and steering knuckle, which facilitates installation and allows for maintaining proper wheel geometry.

Condition, origin, and benefits of use

The shock absorber comes from the original Audi production line, which means compliance with factory quality and construction standards is maintained. The used nature of the part makes it an economical solution, allowing for the restoration of proper suspension operation without the need to invest in a new set, while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. Using an original suspension strut on the front right side helps eliminate typical signs of wear, such as knocking, excessive body roll, or uneven car behavior during braking, and also reduces the risk of incorrect wheel alignment resulting from the use of ill-fitting replacements.

Installation and maintenance tips

When replacing the suspension strut, it is recommended to check other system elements – control arms, stabilizer links, and top mounts – to ensure even operation of the entire axle. In many cases, it is beneficial to simultaneously check the element on the left side so that the damping characteristics on both sides are as similar as possible. For users who want to better understand suspension operation and the principles of selecting elements such as shock absorbers, control arms, or stabilizers, the following guide will be helpful: Suspension system – a comprehensive guide to shock absorbers, control arms, and stabilizers. The article discusses practical aspects of diagnostics and suspension maintenance in popular models of various brands.

Expanding Audi suspension upgrades

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front suspension zone in your Audi and need other elements from the same group, such as additional struts, complete shock absorbers, or other front axle shock absorbers, check the available parts in the Audi Shock Absorbers and Struts category.