Audi TT 8N Front Bonnet Hood Gas Strut Spring Left Right N/O/S 8N0823359

Audi TT 8N Front Bonnet Hood Gas Strut Spring Left Right is an original component from the Hinges, locks and other bonnet parts group, designed for use in the front body section. It provides stable support for the bonnet, improving the convenience of engine bay maintenance and safety during service. This used OEM component is a sensible choice for drivers looking for a proven solution at an attractive price.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8N0823359
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8N0823359
• Substitutable numbers: 8N0823359, 8N0 823 359
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left, Right
• Category: Hinges, Latches & Additional Bonnet Components

Purpose and vehicle placement

The bonnet gas strut is designed for installation in the front of the vehicle, with the possibility of use on either the left or right side. This solution facilitates fitting to the specific bonnet configuration of the first-generation Audi TT (8N) and allows for flexible replacement of a single unit or a pair of struts.

Thanks to precisely selected mounting points, the strut works with factory hinges and locks, ensuring smooth opening and controlled support of the bonnet without the need for additional props.

Function and benefits of installation

The bonnet gas spring is responsible for safely holding the engine cover in the open position and for smoothly lifting the bonnet in the final phase of opening. A correctly selected strut:

• increases the convenience of accessing the engine bay during inspections and repairs,
• reduces the risk of the bonnet falling unexpectedly,
• relieves the hinges and lock components, stabilizing the operation of the entire system,
• maintains the factory operating characteristics intended by the manufacturer.

Choosing an original Audi component allows you to maintain compliance with the body structure and operating parameters intended for this model, which is important for both safety and the durability of other components within the bonnet area.

Characteristics of the used OEM component

The offered bonnet strut is a used part, sourced from dismantling, which allows you to combine original specifications with a favorable purchase cost. Unlike cheap replacements, the OEM component retains the correct mounting points, geometry, and operating force matched to the weight of the Audi TT 8N bonnet.

For users who consciously choose recycled parts, this is also a solution that supports waste reduction and the reuse of functional components. If you want to learn more about the advantages of this approach, it is worth reading the article Eco-tuning in practice: how to increase performance while reducing your carbon footprint with recycled parts, which describes the practical aspects of using used parts in the automotive industry.

Application in the Audi bonnet system

The strut works with elements from the Hinges, locks and other bonnet parts group, creating a complete system responsible for opening, guiding, and locking the bonnet. A correctly selected and functional strut:

• stabilizes the movement of the bonnet during opening and closing,
• reduces the loads acting on the hinges,
• allows for convenient one-handed operation of the bonnet,
• ensures predictable behavior of the cover in various operating conditions.

This is particularly important in cars used on a daily basis, where regular access to the engine bay (fluid checks, service, diagnostics) requires reliable bonnet support.

Expanding the Audi bonnet system

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the bonnet area in your Audi and need other elements from the same group, such as additional gas springs, mounting elements, or supplementary support components, check the available parts in the Audi Hinges, locks and other bonnet parts category.

Summary

Audi TT 8N Front Bonnet Hood Gas Strut Spring Left Right is a practical solution for owners of this model who want to restore the proper operation of the bonnet while maintaining original specifications. A used OEM component from the Hinges, locks and other bonnet parts group allows for a technically correct repair, without interfering with the body structure and while maintaining the convenience of engine bay operation.