Audi RS3 8P 2.5 TFSI Suspension Leg Front Right O/S Spring Strut Wheel Carrier

Audi RS3 8P 2.5 TFSI Suspension Leg Front Right O/S Spring Strut Wheel Carrier is a complete chassis component including the shock absorber strut, spring, and wheel hub carrier. Thanks to the original Audi design, this assembly ensures precise front axle handling, stability at higher speeds, and predictable vehicle behavior in corners. This solution is intended for users who expect consistent suspension and steering performance on the right side.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8P0413031B-2
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8P0413031B
• Substitutable numbers: 8P0413031B, 8P0 413 031 B
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Category: Steering Knuckles

Purpose and function in the vehicle

The described element is an assembly including the suspension strut with the wheel hub carrier, mounted on the front right side of the vehicle. In Audi RS3 8P 2.5 TFSI cars, it is responsible for:

• transferring loads from the wheel to the body via the spring and shock absorber,
• maintaining the correct front axle geometry,
• stable mounting of the wheel hub and wheel bearing,
• cooperation with the steering and braking systems within the right front corner of the car.

Thanks to its integrated design, this assembly allows for maintaining consistent suspension performance parameters on both the driver and passenger sides, which is important for both safety and predictable vehicle handling.

Suspension strut assembly construction

The suspension strut with hub carrier in the Audi RS3 8P 2.5 TFSI has been designed as a rigid, precise chassis component. The assembly combines:

• a coil spring responsible for maintaining vehicle height and ride comfort,
• a shock-absorbing strut that dampens vibrations and limits body roll,
• a wheel hub carrier (knuckle) providing a mounting point for the hub, brake caliper, and steering components.

This configuration enables precise wheel guidance throughout the entire suspension travel range, minimizing unwanted changes in toe and camber. The use of the original Audi design helps maintain factory handling characteristics, which is particularly important in the high-performance RS3 version.

Practical application and benefits of installation

Replacing the complete suspension strut assembly with the hub carrier on the front right side is recommended, among other things, after mechanical damage, collisions, or significant wear of the guiding elements. Installing such a set allows you to:

• restore the correct front axle geometry without the need to refurbish many individual components,
• reduce play and unwanted noises in the area of the right front wheel,
• achieve more stable vehicle behavior during braking and dynamic driving,
• maintain consistent suspension performance with the left side when parts are properly matched.

The element comes from the Steering Knuckles group, which means its main role is to maintain the correct position of the wheel relative to the body and to cooperate with the steering and braking systems, while utilizing the factory Audi geometry.

Selection, compatibility, and brand

The product is intended for Audi vehicles, in particular the RS3 8P version with the 2.5 TFSI engine, where precise matching of suspension components to the specific loads and characteristics of the car is required. Proper selection of parts from this group allows you to maintain:

• factory mounting points on the body and control arms,
• the correct position of the wheel hub relative to the brake caliper and disc,
• proper cooperation with tie rods and other front suspension elements.

Thanks to the use of the original Audi design, the user receives a component compliant with the manufacturer's specifications, which facilitates installation and subsequent geometry adjustment.

Condition, origin, and service application

The offered element belongs to the Steering Knuckles category and is marked as used, which makes it an attractive service solution for post-accident repairs or restoring suspension efficiency in intensively used cars. In practice, this allows for:

• reducing repair costs while maintaining the original design,
• faster replacement of the entire assembly instead of disassembling and sourcing many individual parts,
• restoring the correct operation of the right front suspension in a single service step.

To facilitate identification in the store system, the product has an SKU designation, and the technical specification also includes the OEM part number and associated interchangeable numbers, which supports correct selection for a specific Audi RS3 8P version.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front suspension area in your Audi and need other elements from the same group, such as additional hub carriers, shock absorber struts, or complete wheel mounting assemblies, check the available parts in the Audi Steering Knuckles category.

For drivers interested in further improving the driving experience, ergonomics, and handling precision, an article discussing the selection of sports steering wheels and premium models may also be useful – more information can be found in the material Personalization and ergonomics – when is it worth replacing the steering wheel with a premium model?.