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FCS 335970 Suspension Strut - Front
| Brand | FCS 335970 |
|---|---|
| Position | Front |
| Compressed Length | 15.08 |
| Extended Length | 21.61 |
| Stroke Length | 6.53 |
| Product line | FCS |
| Fits | Audi and Volkswagen · 40 vehicles |
Suspension strut. Restores controlled damping for a smoother, more stable ride.
Precision lengths. Compressed, extended, and stroke measurements support proper suspension travel.
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Front Suspension Strut for Audi and Volkswagen
FCS 335970 is a front suspension strut for select Audi and Volkswagen applications. It is built around a 15.08 compressed length, 21.61 extended length, and 6.53 stroke length to match the travel requirements of the listed vehicles.
Use FCS 335970 when servicing front suspension wear on a Volkswagen Jetta, Volkswagen GTI, Audi A3, Audi A3 Quattro, Audi A3 Sportback e-tron, Audi Q3, or Audi S3 with the exact fitment notes shown below.
Key Features
- Front suspension strut for select Audi and Volkswagen models
- Compressed length: 15.08
- Extended length: 21.61
- Stroke length: 6.53
- Fits front suspension applications with model-specific exclusions and housing requirements
- Part number: 335970
Fitment Details
- Fits 2019-2025 Volkswagen Jetta, front
- Fits 2022-2024 Audi A3, front
- Fits 2021-2024 Audi Q3, front; exclude electronic suspension
- Fits 2015-2024 Volkswagen GTI, front; exclude electronic suspension
- Fits 2022-2023 Audi A3 Quattro, front
- Fits 2017-2019 Audi A3, front; exclude sport suspension
- Fits 2017-2019 Audi A3 Quattro, front; exclude sport suspension
- Fits 2016-2018 Audi A3 Sportback e-tron, front
- Fits 2015-2016 Audi A3, front; with 55mm lower strut housing
- Fits 2015-2016 Audi A3 Quattro, front; with 55mm lower strut housing
- Fits 2015 Audi S3, front; exclude electronic controlled suspension
What This Strut Helps Address
- Front-end bounce or excessive oscillation
- Noisy or worn suspension response over bumps
- Uneven ride control at the front axle
- Loss of damping performance from a worn strut
- Restoration of proper front suspension travel on listed vehicles
Installation Notes
Verify the vehicle’s suspension configuration before ordering. This part is not for electronic suspension applications on the listed Audi Q3, Volkswagen GTI, or Audi S3 fitments, and 2017-2019 Audi A3/A3 Quattro applications exclude sport suspension. 2015-2016 Audi A3 and A3 Quattro applications require the 55mm lower strut housing.
Part number 335970 is a direct-reference front strut for the listed applications. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.
Quality Assurance
FCS suspension components are cataloged for specific OE-style fitment and dimensional matching. Confirm the compressed length, extended length, and stroke length against the vehicle’s suspension setup before installation.
| Year | Make | Model | Submodel | Body Type | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Volkswagen | Jetta | Sport | — | Front | FCS |
| 2024 | Audi | A3 | — | — | Front | FCS |
| 2024 | Audi | Q3 | — | — | Front | Exclude Electronic Suspension; FCS |
| 2024 | Volkswagen | GTI | — | — | Front | Exclude Electronic Suspension; FCS |
| 2024 | Volkswagen | Jetta | SEL | — | Front | FCS |
| 2023 | Audi | A3 | — | — | Front | FCS |
| 2023 | Audi | A3 Quattro | — | — | Front | FCS |
| 2023 | Audi | Q3 | — | — | Front | Exclude Electronic Suspension; FCS |
| 2023 | Volkswagen | GTI | — | — | Front | Exclude Electronic Suspension; FCS |
| 2023 | Volkswagen | Jetta | GLI Autobahn | — | Front | FCS |
| 2022 | Audi | A3 | — | — | Front | FCS |
| 2022 | Audi | A3 Quattro | — | — | Front | FCS |
| 2022 | Audi | Q3 | — | — | Front | Exclude Electronic Suspension; FCS |
| 2022 | Volkswagen | GTI | — | — | Front | Exclude Electronic Suspension; FCS |
| 2022 | Volkswagen | Jetta | GLI Autobahn | — | Front | FCS |
| 2021 | Audi | Q3 | — | — | Front | Exclude Electronic Suspension; FCS |
| 2021 | Volkswagen | GTI | — | — | Front | Exclude Electronic Suspension; FCS |
| 2021 | Volkswagen | Jetta | — | — | Front | FCS |
| 2020 | Volkswagen | GTI | — | — | Front | Exclude Electronic Suspension; FCS |
| 2020 | Volkswagen | Jetta | — | — | Front | FCS |
| 2019 | Audi | A3 | Premium Plus | Convertible | Front | Exclude Sport Suspension; FCS |
| 2019 | Audi | A3 Quattro | Premium Plus | Convertible | Front | Exclude Sport Suspension; FCS |
| 2019 | Volkswagen | GTI | — | — | Front | Exclude Electronic Suspension; FCS |
| 2019 | Volkswagen | Jetta | — | — | Front | FCS |
| 2018 | Audi | A3 | Premium Plus | Convertible | Front | Exclude Sport Suspension; FCS |
| 2018 | Audi | A3 Quattro | Premium Plus | Convertible | Front | Exclude Sport Suspension; FCS |
| 2018 | Audi | A3 Sportback e-tron | — | — | Front | FCS |
| 2018 | Volkswagen | GTI | — | — | Front | Exclude Electronic Suspension; FCS |
| 2017 | Audi | A3 | Premium Plus | Convertible | Front | Exclude Sport Suspension; FCS |
| 2017 | Audi | A3 Quattro | Premium Plus | Convertible | Front | Exclude Sport Suspension; FCS |
| 2017 | Audi | A3 Sportback e-tron | — | — | Front | FCS |
| 2017 | Volkswagen | GTI | — | — | Front | Exclude Electronic Suspension; FCS |
| 2016 | Audi | A3 | — | Sedan | Front | With 55mm Lower Strut Housing; FCS |
| 2016 | Audi | A3 Quattro | — | Sedan | Front | With 55mm Lower Strut Housing; FCS |
| 2016 | Audi | A3 Sportback e-tron | — | — | Front | FCS |
| 2016 | Volkswagen | GTI | — | — | Front | Exclude Electronic Suspension; FCS |
| 2015 | Audi | A3 | — | Sedan | Front | With 55mm Lower Strut Housing; FCS |
| 2015 | Audi | A3 Quattro | — | Sedan | Front | With 55mm Lower Strut Housing; FCS |
| 2015 | Audi | S3 | — | — | Front | Exclude Electronic Controlled Suspension; FCS |
| 2015 | Volkswagen | GTI | — | — | Front | Exclude Electronic Suspension; FCS |
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