Audi VW Suspension Ride Height Sensor - Genuine Audi VW 5WA512521A

Product Information

A suspension ride height sensor is an electronic device that measures the distance between a vehicle’s chassis and its suspension or axle. It is commonly found in vehicles with air suspension or adaptive suspension systems. The sensor continuously monitors ride height and sends signals to the suspension control module, which then adjusts air springs, dampers, or headlight leveling systems.

• Uneven vehicle stance – one corner or side sits higher or lower than the rest.
• Warning light on dashboard – suspension or ride control fault indicator appears.
• Rough or unstable ride – suspension doesn’t adjust properly to road conditions.

About Genuine VW Audi

The Volkswagen Group, also known as “VAG”, consists of Volkswagen, Audi, Lamborghini, Bentley, Bugatti, Porsche, Ducati, MAN, Scania, SEAT, and Skoda. The original parts used by VAG to build your car are available as replacement parts under the “Genuine VAG” brand. Manufactured under the direction of VAG, expect excellent quality and a premium price since these parts are available exclusively through the VAG Dealership network.

You may not realize this, but the parts that make up your VAG are not necessarily manufactured by VAG. No cause for concern, as VAG designs the part, hires a manufacturer, and ensures its quality to you. In fact, many of these manufacturers have been making parts for VAG for decades. In our industry these manufacturers are called OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturers), and these are often brands you recognize, including Lemforder, ZF, Sachs, Bosch, Valeo, Zimmermann, Siemens VDO, Corteco, and more. Don’t be surprised to open that Genuine VAG parts box and find an OEM branded part inside, simply with the addition of a VAG logo.

Be sure to keep an eye out for OE tags on our product pages to quickly identify parts coming direct from OE manufacturers. That extra bit of insight could save you some serious money while shopping! Refer to our OE Academy for further information regarding the OE/OEM tags throughout the site.