{"product_id":"arnott-as-2981-air-suspension-strut","title":"Arnott AS-2981 Air Suspension Strut - Rear Left","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRear Air Strut for BMW 7-Series\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eArnott AS-2981 is a new rear air suspension strut for the 2001-2008 BMW 7-Series E65 and E66 chassis without Electronic Damping Control (EDC). It is built for the rear left position on 2002-2005 BMW 745i and 745Li models, with OE-style fitment and ride stability in mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew rear air suspension strut for BMW 7-Series E65\/E66 applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2002-2005 BMW 745i, rear left\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2002-2005 BMW 745Li, rear left\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for vehicles without Electronic Damping Control (EDC) option code S223A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy-duty Continental ContiTech air spring bladder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew shock absorber with hydraulic internal damper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProgressive spring rate for controlled ride response\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-assembled for OE fit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in the USA with CNC-machined aircraft-quality aluminum components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes protective dust boot, air fitting, O-rings, bump stop, and aluminum can\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Arnott air suspension strut is engineered as a direct replacement for the rear left corner on the BMW 745i and BMW 745Li. Arnott’s NEW product line focuses on fully assembled suspension components, and AS-2981 follows that approach with a new air spring bladder, new shock, and precision-machined mounting parts. The assembly uses a stud upper mount, loop\/eyelet lower mount, black boot, spring isolators, and a gas-charged design to support consistent rear suspension performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references BMW 37106767863 and 37106778799 for the same application. The part number AS-2981 is also useful when searching for a rear air strut for BMW 7-Series E65\/E66 models without EDC.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear suspension sag on the left side\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAir spring leakage from a worn bladder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRough or unstable rear ride quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNoise from a deteriorated strut assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoss of proper ride height control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify that the vehicle is a 2002-2005 BMW 745i or 745Li with no Electronic Damping Control (EDC) option code S223A before ordering. This rear air strut is pre-assembled for OE fit, which helps simplify replacement, but the vehicle should be inspected for related wear in the air suspension system before installation. Follow the included installation manual and confirm all air line and mounting points are clean and undamaged.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eArnott assembles AS-2981 in the USA using new materials and CNC-machined aluminum components. The design combines a Continental ContiTech air spring bladder with a new shock absorber to support OEM-level ride stability for BMW 7-Series rear suspension service.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arnott","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43384837701813,"sku":"DDWG-AS-2981","price":639.35,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/AI_AS2981_Fro_beabb8f2-755b-4841-b2f9-c7b331bbc62b.jpg?v=1774703029","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/arnott-as-2981-air-suspension-strut","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}