OVERVIEW
Genuine VW/Audi 5Q0-512-149-F is an individual upper rear coil-spring insulator, also described as spring packing or an upper spring seat. It sits at the original upper rear spring seating point assigned this factory part number and separates the spring from its matching support surface.
Technical details and what is included
- Factory part number: 5Q0-512-149-F / 5Q0512149F.
- Verified earlier revision: 5Q0-512-149-A / 5Q0512149A.
- Installation position: upper rear coil-spring seat.
- Fits the matching left or right rear position.
- Quantity supplied: one individual upper insulator.
- Coil spring, lower insulator and other suspension components are separately specified.
The insulator provides the prescribed interface at the upper spring seat. Match the original spring and seat profile, part number and suspension configuration before ordering. This is an upper spring insulator; other spring seats, bump stops and shock mounts have separately assigned locations and part numbers.
Common reasons to replace
- The original packing is torn or physically damaged.
- The original insulator has deteriorated or no longer sits correctly at the assigned spring seat.
- The component is damaged or missing during spring or suspension service.
- Inspection during diagnosis identifies a damaged spring-seat interface.
Inspect the coil spring, upper support surface and lower seat separately. A new insulator does not repair a broken spring, damaged spring perch or worn shock absorber. Diagnose the affected suspension components and renew separately damaged parts according to the factory repair information.
Vehicle fitment
These applications require the original upper rear spring seat assigned this exact insulator or its verified earlier revision. The body, drivetrain, year and original suspension profile restrictions apply to every row.
| Vehicle | Model years | Engine | Configuration | Application restrictions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Audi A3 | 2015–2016 | 1.8L TFSI gasoline inline-four | 8V sedan; front-wheel drive; Original factory transmission; original rear spring seat determines fitment | Upper rear coil-spring seating point assigned 5Q0512149F, including verified earlier 5Q0512149A revision. Fits left or right at the matching factory seat. Confirm the original spring/seat profile and suspension configuration. One individual upper insulator supplied; spring, lower seat and other suspension components are separate. |
| Audi A3 | 2017–2020 | 2.0L TFSI gasoline inline-four | 8V sedan; front-wheel drive; Original factory transmission; original rear spring seat determines fitment | Upper rear coil-spring seating point assigned 5Q0512149F, including verified earlier 5Q0512149A revision. Fits left or right at the matching factory seat. Confirm the original spring/seat profile and suspension configuration. One individual upper insulator supplied; spring, lower seat and other suspension components are separate. |
| Audi A3 | 2015–2020 | 2.0L TFSI gasoline inline-four | 8V sedan; quattro; Original factory transmission; original rear spring seat determines fitment | Upper rear coil-spring seating point assigned 5Q0512149F, including verified earlier 5Q0512149A revision. Fits left or right at the matching factory seat. Confirm the original spring/seat profile and suspension configuration. One individual upper insulator supplied; spring, lower seat and other suspension components are separate. |
| Audi A3 | 2015 | 2.0L TDI diesel inline-four | 8V sedan; front-wheel drive; Original factory transmission; original rear spring seat determines fitment | Upper rear coil-spring seating point assigned 5Q0512149F, including verified earlier 5Q0512149A revision. Fits left or right at the matching factory seat. Confirm the original spring/seat profile and suspension configuration. One individual upper insulator supplied; spring, lower seat and other suspension components are separate. |
| Audi A3 e-tron | 2016–2018 | 1.4L TFSI gasoline plug-in hybrid | 8V Sportback; front-wheel drive; Original factory transmission; original rear spring seat determines fitment | Upper rear coil-spring seating point assigned 5Q0512149F, including verified earlier 5Q0512149A revision. Fits left or right at the matching factory seat. Confirm the original spring/seat profile and suspension configuration. One individual upper insulator supplied; spring, lower seat and other suspension components are separate. |
| Volkswagen Golf | 2015–2018 | 1.8L TSI gasoline inline-four | Mk7 hatchback; front-wheel drive; Original factory transmission; original rear spring seat determines fitment | Upper rear coil-spring seating point assigned 5Q0512149F, including verified earlier 5Q0512149A revision. Fits left or right at the matching factory seat. Confirm the original spring/seat profile and suspension configuration. One individual upper insulator supplied; spring, lower seat and other suspension components are separate. |
| Volkswagen Golf | 2019–2021 | 1.4L TSI gasoline inline-four | Mk7.5 hatchback; front-wheel drive; Original factory transmission; original rear spring seat determines fitment | Upper rear coil-spring seating point assigned 5Q0512149F, including verified earlier 5Q0512149A revision. Fits left or right at the matching factory seat. Confirm the original spring/seat profile and suspension configuration. One individual upper insulator supplied; spring, lower seat and other suspension components are separate. |
| Volkswagen Golf | 2015 | 2.0L TDI diesel inline-four | Mk7 hatchback; front-wheel drive; Original factory transmission; original rear spring seat determines fitment | Upper rear coil-spring seating point assigned 5Q0512149F, including verified earlier 5Q0512149A revision. Fits left or right at the matching factory seat. Confirm the original spring/seat profile and suspension configuration. One individual upper insulator supplied; spring, lower seat and other suspension components are separate. |
| Volkswagen GTI | 2015–2021 | 2.0L TSI gasoline inline-four | Mk7/Mk7.5 hatchback; front-wheel drive; Original factory transmission; original rear spring seat determines fitment | Upper rear coil-spring seating point assigned 5Q0512149F, including verified earlier 5Q0512149A revision. Fits left or right at the matching factory seat. Confirm the original spring/seat profile and suspension configuration. One individual upper insulator supplied; spring, lower seat and other suspension components are separate. |
| Volkswagen Golf R | 2015–2019 | 2.0L TSI gasoline inline-four | Mk7/Mk7.5 hatchback; 4Motion; Original factory transmission; original rear spring seat determines fitment | Upper rear coil-spring seating point assigned 5Q0512149F, including verified earlier 5Q0512149A revision. Fits left or right at the matching factory seat. Confirm the original spring/seat profile and suspension configuration. One individual upper insulator supplied; spring, lower seat and other suspension components are separate. |
| Volkswagen Golf SportWagen | 2015–2018 | 1.8L TSI gasoline inline-four | Mk7 wagon; front-wheel drive; Original factory transmission; original rear spring seat determines fitment | Upper rear coil-spring seating point assigned 5Q0512149F, including verified earlier 5Q0512149A revision. Fits left or right at the matching factory seat. Confirm the original spring/seat profile and suspension configuration. One individual upper insulator supplied; spring, lower seat and other suspension components are separate. |
| Volkswagen Golf SportWagen | 2017–2019 | 1.8L TSI gasoline inline-four | Mk7 wagon; 4Motion; Original factory transmission; original rear spring seat determines fitment | Upper rear coil-spring seating point assigned 5Q0512149F, including verified earlier 5Q0512149A revision. Fits left or right at the matching factory seat. Confirm the original spring/seat profile and suspension configuration. One individual upper insulator supplied; spring, lower seat and other suspension components are separate. |
| Volkswagen Golf SportWagen | 2015 | 2.0L TDI diesel inline-four | Mk7 wagon; front-wheel drive; Original factory transmission; original rear spring seat determines fitment | Upper rear coil-spring seating point assigned 5Q0512149F, including verified earlier 5Q0512149A revision. Fits left or right at the matching factory seat. Confirm the original spring/seat profile and suspension configuration. One individual upper insulator supplied; spring, lower seat and other suspension components are separate. |
| Volkswagen Golf SportWagen | 2019 | 1.4L TSI gasoline inline-four | Mk7.5 wagon; front-wheel drive; Original factory transmission; original rear spring seat determines fitment | Upper rear coil-spring seating point assigned 5Q0512149F, including verified earlier 5Q0512149A revision. Fits left or right at the matching factory seat. Confirm the original spring/seat profile and suspension configuration. One individual upper insulator supplied; spring, lower seat and other suspension components are separate. |
| Volkswagen Golf Alltrack | 2017–2019 | 1.8L TSI gasoline inline-four | Mk7/Mk7.5 wagon; 4Motion; Original factory transmission; original rear spring seat determines fitment | Upper rear coil-spring seating point assigned 5Q0512149F, including verified earlier 5Q0512149A revision. Fits left or right at the matching factory seat. Confirm the original spring/seat profile and suspension configuration. One individual upper insulator supplied; spring, lower seat and other suspension components are separate. |
| Volkswagen Jetta | 2019–2021 | 1.4L TSI gasoline inline-four | Mk7 sedan; front-wheel drive; Original factory transmission; original rear spring seat determines fitment | Upper rear coil-spring seating point assigned 5Q0512149F, including verified earlier 5Q0512149A revision. Fits left or right at the matching factory seat. Confirm the original spring/seat profile and suspension configuration. One individual upper insulator supplied; spring, lower seat and other suspension components are separate. |
| Volkswagen Jetta | 2022–2023 | 1.5L TSI gasoline inline-four | Mk7 facelift sedan; front-wheel drive; Original factory transmission; original rear spring seat determines fitment | Upper rear coil-spring seating point assigned 5Q0512149F, including verified earlier 5Q0512149A revision. Fits left or right at the matching factory seat. Confirm the original spring/seat profile and suspension configuration. One individual upper insulator supplied; spring, lower seat and other suspension components are separate. |
| Volkswagen Jetta GLI | 2019–2023 | 2.0L TSI gasoline inline-four | Mk7 sedan, including facelift; front-wheel drive; Original factory transmission; original rear spring seat determines fitment | Upper rear coil-spring seating point assigned 5Q0512149F, including verified earlier 5Q0512149A revision. Fits left or right at the matching factory seat. Confirm the original spring/seat profile and suspension configuration. One individual upper insulator supplied; spring, lower seat and other suspension components are separate. |
Installation and service guidance
Follow the factory rear spring removal and installation procedure, using the prescribed vehicle support and spring-handling equipment. Record the original spring and insulator orientation before dismantling.
Inspect the support surfaces and spring ends, then seat the replacement packing and coil spring in their prescribed positions. Ensure the spring end is correctly indexed and that the upper and lower interfaces remain properly seated as the suspension is reassembled.
Use the factory tightening procedure and renew separately specified single-use hardware when required. Complete the prescribed suspension checks and any required alignment verification after the work. One insulator is supplied per purchase; determine the quantity required from the diagnosed condition and the original repair procedure.