Audi A4 B9 A5 F5 Front Shock Absorber Bracket Mount Fork Left N/S 8W0413037G

Description

Audi A4 B9 A5 F5 Front Shock Absorber Bracket Mount Fork Left N/S is a component from the Shock absorber and strut mounts group, designed for operation in the front suspension on the left side. The precise geometry of this fork ensures proper guidance of the shock absorber strut, body stability, and predictable vehicle behavior during braking and cornering.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8W0413037G
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8W0413037G
• Substitutable numbers: 8W0413037G, 8W0 413 037 G
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Part type: Shock Mount
• Category: Shock & Strut Mounts

Purpose and function in the suspension

The presented shock absorber mounting fork has been designed specifically for Audi A4 B9 and A5 F5 models, where it is responsible for a rigid yet appropriately flexible connection between the suspension strut and the other components of the front chassis. Its placement in the front zone, on the left side, means this element has a direct impact on:

• maintaining the correct front wheel geometry,
• handling stability at higher speeds,
• even distribution of loads from the shock absorber to the body.

Thanks to a properly selected shock absorber mount, the driver maintains predictable steering system reactions, and the tires operate within the optimal range, which promotes even tread wear.

Construction and fitment for Audi

The fork has been manufactured as a structural element dedicated to the Audi A4 B9 / A5 F5 platform, maintaining factory mounting points and shape. This means that it:

• fits the intended mounting location in the front suspension on the left side,
• ensures compatibility with the stock shock absorber strut and other suspension components,
• maintains the correct height and suspension kinematics.

Such fitment allows this element to be treated as a solution consistent with the manufacturer’s design assumptions, without the need to modify other sub-assemblies.

Characteristics of the used component

The offered fork is a used part, which in practice means an economical way to replace a damaged or worn mount while maintaining the original design specification. For many Audi users, this is a reasonable compromise between repair costs and maintaining the vehicle’s factory handling characteristics.

Replacing the shock absorber mounting fork is particularly recommended in situations where mechanical damage has occurred (e.g., after a collision or a strong impact with an obstacle) or deformations affecting the vehicle’s alignment and stability have been identified.

Benefits of using the correct shock absorber mount

Selecting the appropriate shock absorber mounting fork for the Audi A4 B9 / A5 F5 translates into a number of practical benefits:

• Stable handling – a properly functioning mount limits unwanted movement of the shock absorber strut and improves steering precision.
• Safe suspension operation – proper load distribution reduces the risk of additional stress on adjacent components, such as control arms or strut bearings.
• Better vehicle control – especially noticeable during sudden maneuvers, emergency braking, and driving over uneven surfaces.

By choosing this element, the driver maintains the structural integrity of the front suspension, which is important for both ride comfort and the durability of other components.

Expanding work within the Audi suspension

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the front suspension area in your Audi and need other elements from the same group, such as additional forks, strut mounts, or strut supports, check the available parts in the Audi shock absorber and strut mounts category.