Vaico V10-6449 Suspension Strut - Front

Front Suspension Strut Insert for Volkswagen Cabriolet

Vaico V10-6449 is a front suspension strut insert built for hydraulic suspension applications on the 1990-1993 Volkswagen Cabriolet. It uses an oil pressure design with a top pin mounting style and OE-style dimensions for a direct replacement approach. This part number V10-6449 is listed for the front position on the Volkswagen Cabriolet and cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286) for the same application.

Key Features

• Suspension strut insert for the front of the Volkswagen Cabriolet
• Oil pressure shock absorber type
• Top pin mounting type
• OE-style dimensions: 388 mm length, 47 mm height, 45 mm width
• Built for hydraulic suspension applications
• Part number V10-6449 for catalog and fitment lookup

Detailed Description

Vaico VAICO V10-6449 is a suspension strut insert engineered for 1990-1993 Volkswagen Cabriolet front suspension service. The unit measures 388 mm in length, 47 mm in height, and 45 mm in width, with an oil pressure construction and top pin mounting configuration. For buyers searching for a front suspension strut insert for Volkswagen Cabriolet hydraulic suspension, V10-6449 provides the OE-style fitment reference needed for replacement planning. The part number V10-6449 also helps match the correct application when comparing aftermarket and OE cross-reference listings.

What This Part Helps Address

• Front-end bounce or excessive oscillation
• Reduced damping control over road impacts
• Uneven ride behavior from a worn strut insert
• Noisy or unstable front suspension response
• Hydraulic suspension service needs on the Volkswagen Cabriolet

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s front suspension configuration and OE number before ordering. This part is listed for 1990-1993 Volkswagen Cabriolet front applications with OE No. 171412031J noted in the fitment data. Confirm the top pin mounting style and overall dimensions against the removed component to ensure proper match-up. Professional installation is recommended for suspension work, and related hardware should be reused or replaced only if specified by the vehicle service procedure.

Quality Assurance

Vaico VAICO parts are cataloged with OE-reference fitment data to support accurate replacement selection. This part number V10-6449 is identified against Volkswagen OE and aftermarket interchange references for the same front suspension application.