Arnott ASE-3821 Air Suspension Strut - Front

Arnott eRide Front Air Suspension Strut

The Arnott ASE-3821 is a front air suspension strut built for Audi models equipped with eRide Adaptive Ride Control. It combines air-adjustable ride height with electronic damping control to restore precise handling and consistent ride response on the road.

Key Features

• Fits front suspension applications on select 2012-2018 Audi A6, A6 Quattro, S6, A7 Quattro, S7, and 2016-2017 Audi A7 models with eRide Adaptive Ride Control
• Arnott eRide Adaptive Ride Control technology adjusts damping based on digital vehicle inputs
• Air adjustable with adjustable damping for ride-height and response tuning
• Active dampening internal design for controlled suspension movement
• New air suspension strut with boot included, black boot color
• Mounting hardware included, along with bladder heavy duty crimping rings and spring isolators
• Progressive spring rate and shock spring assisted construction
• Upper mount type: stud; lower mount type: base cup
• 100% new and manufactured in the USA

Detailed Description

Arnott ASE-3821 is an electronic air suspension strut engineered for the front of Audi A6, A6 Quattro, A7 Quattro, S6, and S7 applications with eRide Adaptive Ride Control. The Arnott eRide product line focuses on electronically managed ride control, using vehicle data inputs to vary damping for a more precise suspension response. This front air suspension strut is new, gas charged, and built with progressive spring rate characteristics to support consistent ride quality and handling balance. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

Common Problems This Part Addresses

• Front-end sagging from a worn air strut
• Uneven ride height or slow suspension response
• Excessive bouncing, harshness, or reduced damping control
• Warning lights or ride-control faults related to a failing electronic strut
• Noisy or unstable front suspension behavior on eRide-equipped Audi models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify that the vehicle is equipped with eRide Adaptive Ride Control before ordering. This ASE-3821 is a front-position air suspension strut and should be matched to the original mount style, air connection points, and electronic control setup on the vehicle. Inspect related air suspension components, ride-height sensors, and lines during replacement to help confirm proper system operation after installation.

Quality Assurance

Arnott manufactures this strut as a new replacement component and tests it for temperature extremes, road conditions, and repeated compression cycles. The ASE-3821 is built in the USA and designed to meet the demands of electronically controlled air suspension systems on select Audi A6, A6 Quattro, A7 Quattro, S6, and S7 front applications.