Arnott Industries Air Suspension Strut P/N:AS-5086
Swap a leaking or worn front-left air strut for the Arnott Industries AS-3165 Air Suspension Strut, a complete, new assembly built with OE-quality components. It is designed to replace the OE strut on the 2003-2010 Porsche Cayenne, 2004-2010 Volkswagen Touareg and 2007-2015 Audi Q7. See the Buyer's Guide tab for engine-level details.
The assembly also features Arnott's long-lasting seals, O-rings, a bump stop, heavy-duty crimping rings, an air fitting and a connector valve, plus a dust boot to help protect the air spring. It is engineered and assembled in the USA.
This listing is the front-left strut. For best results, Arnott recommends replacing struts in pairs, so plan to replace the front-right strut at the same time.
Signs an air strut may need replacing include a corner that sits low after parking, an audible air leak, a compressor that runs more than usual, or a bouncy ride. Air lines, valves and the compressor can cause similar symptoms, so diagnose the cause before replacing the strut.
Which vehicles does the Arnott AS-3165 fit?
It fits the front-left position on the 2003-2010 Porsche Cayenne, 2004-2010 Volkswagen Touareg and 2007-2015 Audi Q7. See the Buyer's Guide tab for engine-level details.
Which corner does this strut install on?
The AS-3165 is the front-left air suspension strut. Arnott recommends replacing struts in pairs, so plan to replace the front-right strut as well.
What does 'converts adaptive to passive' mean?
Arnott lists this strut as converting adaptive to passive. It uses a passive, custom-tuned shock absorber instead of an adaptive damping unit.
What kind of air spring does it use?
It uses a multi-ply Continental ContiTech air sleeve protected by an aluminum can. A dust boot helps shield the air spring.
Is it a complete strut assembly?
Yes. It includes the shock absorber, air spring, a CNC-machined aluminum top mount, seals, O-rings, a bump stop, crimping rings, an air fitting and a connector valve.
WARNING: These products can expose you to chemicals including lead and phthalates, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.