fraz_Houston

Hi folks,

I need to replace the tailgate gas struts in my 08 A6 avant's power lift hatch. I've looked through the threads here and online etc. and although there's a few mentions of the part number, 4F9–827–552–A01S, I can't find a retailer of either aftermarket or original parts that isn't a dealer with dealer prices..

Any suggestions?

Thanks

F

P.s. Whilst I'm at it, does anyone know / have an opinion on what the best roof bars are and where to get them? Or did anyone solve the tow hitch issues discussed in older threads relating to this car?

4F9827552A01S

Jeff-AudiUSAParts

There are 5 choices of rear lift supports depending on option codes and production dates. The base part number is the same, 4F9-827-552 but there is an A, B, C, D, and E and they are all different part numbers. Some PR codes don't make much sense, I see:
4E9 for hydralic operation (this is what etka lists)
4E2 passenger electric release
5NC gas strut
4E0 release from outside
5NF no listing on this one

I can say in the Audi part number world there is no ending part number like A01S for struts like this. Perhaps that's an aftermarket variation of the OE part number. Let me have your vin and I can price these out for you. I priced a few out and they all seem to run 55.80 each on the struts.

The roof bars/cross bars for a wagon are 4F9-071-151-666 for 348.07 and we have a set in stock. Plus shipping also. I am sure there are other options but I wanted to give you that info to help out.