Bilstein 34-003701 Suspension Strut Cartridge - Front

Bilstein B6 Front Strut Cartridge

The Bilstein B6 Performance suspension strut cartridge is a front-end upgrade for select Audi models that use the OE factory spring. Built with a monotube internal design and application-specific valving, this Bilstein shock absorber is engineered to improve handling response and road control without changing the original spring setup.

Part number 34-003701 is finished in Bilstein’s yellow paint and is built for front suspension use on Audi A6, A6 Quattro, S6, 100, 100 Quattro, S4, V8 Quattro, 200, 200 Quattro, and 5000 Quattro applications listed below.

Key Features

• Bilstein B6 Performance series front suspension strut cartridge
• Monotube internal design for consistent damping response
• Application-specific valve settings matched to OE spring use
• Yellow paint finish
• Upper mount type: stem
• Lower mount type: housing
• Boot included: no
• Part number: 34-003701

Fitment Details

• Fits 1998 Audi A6 Quattro, front, to chassis/VIN 4B-W-100-000; B6 Performance.
• Fits 1995-1997 Audi A6, front, B6 Performance.
• Fits 1995-1997 Audi A6 Quattro, front, B6 Performance.
• Fits 1995 Audi S6, front, B6 Performance.
• Fits 1989-1994 Audi 100, front, B6 Performance.
• Fits 1990-1994 Audi 100 Quattro, front, B6 Performance.
• Fits 1992-1994 Audi S4, front, B6 Performance.
• Fits 1990-1994 Audi V8 Quattro, front, B6 Performance.
• Fits 1989-1991 Audi 200, front, B6 Performance.
• Fits 1990-1991 Audi 200 Quattro, front, B6 Performance.
• Fits 1986-1988 Audi 5000 Quattro, front, B6 Performance.

What This Part Helps Address

• Excessive front-end bounce over uneven pavement
• Loose or delayed steering response
• Reduced control during braking and cornering
• Worn OE strut cartridge damping performance
• Front suspension instability on higher-mileage Audi chassis

Installation Notes

Use this front suspension strut cartridge with the OE factory spring as specified by Bilstein B6 Performance. Confirm chassis/VIN notes before ordering, especially for 1998 Audi A6 Quattro applications limited to chassis/VIN 4B-W-100-000 and earlier. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

Quality Assurance

Bilstein tests each B6 Performance damper to meet or exceed OE standards for quality and consistency. The monotube design and application-specific valving are part of Bilstein’s performance-focused suspension engineering for Audi A6, A6 Quattro, S6, and related front strut applications.