Bilstein 22-045751 Front B4 OE Replacement Strut for 96-05 VW/Audi/Skoda

Vehicle Fitment

• 1996-2003 Audi A3 (8L) 1.6, 1.8, 1.8T, 1.9 TDI (quattro & FWD) with sports suspension
• 1997-2005 VW Golf IV (1J) 1.4-2.0L, 1.8T, VR6, 1.9 TDI with sports suspension
• 1998-2010 VW Beetle (A4) all trims with sports or OE suspension
• 1998-2006 VW Jetta (1J) all trims with OE suspension
• 1999-2006 VW Bora (1J) all trims
• 1997-2007 Skoda Octavia I (1U) all trims
• 1999-2006 SEAT Leon (1M) & Toledo II (1M) 1.4-2.3L including TDi and VR5

Features

• OE-grade B4 twin-tube gas-pressurised design restores factory ride feel
• Engineered for vehicles with sports or standard suspension
• High power reserves ensure precise handling and safety
• Durable construction with black paint for corrosion resistance
• Main upper stem mount & bottom plate mounting for OE alignment
• Consistent damping across load conditions and terrain
• Easy bolt-in installation - uses factory spring and hardware
• Limited lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects

Specifications

• Position: Front axle
• Internal Design: Twin-tube gas-pressurized
• Upper Mount: Stem
• Lower Mount: Housing plate (OEM bottom plate type)
• Boot Included: No
• Finish: Black paint
• OE References: 1J0 413 031 AA / AB / AC / AG / BC / QV etc. for OE suspension versions

Included Components

• 1x Bilstein 22-045751 Front Strut Assembly (cartridge + lower housing)

Product Description

The Bilstein 22-045751 B4 OE Replacement front strut brings back original ride comfort and precise handling for late-'90s to mid-'00s VW and Audi models equipped with sports or OE suspension. Featuring a twin-tube gas-pressurised design and OE-style stem mount with a bottom plate housing, this strut offers high damping consistency and improved traction under load :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}.

Compatible with Audi A3 (8L), VW Golf IV, Beetle, Jetta, Bora, SEAT Leon/Toledo, and Skoda Octavia I across various 1.4-2.3 L engines (including TDI, VR6, and 1.8 T), the 22-045751 strut fits models produced between 1996-2010 :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}. It requires no spring changes - installation is straightforward using existing suspension components and hardware. Bilstein backs this part with a limited lifetime warranty, ensuring long-term reliability and performance.