TEIN FLEX Z combines twin-tube dampers with 16-level adjustment of compression and rebound together. This VSGB0-C1AA3 kit is listed for the specific applications below. Match your chassis, engine and model year before ordering.
Vehicle market: Japanese-market applications only. Match the original vehicle market, chassis, engine, trim and build dates shown below. UK registration alone does not establish compatibility with UK-market versions.
Vehicle applications and ride-height settings
Height changes are relative to original equipment ride height: negative values mean lowering and positive values mean raising. Use the recommended range for your exact vehicle. The maximum adjustment range describes mechanical travel and is not a recommended operating setting. Actual height varies with vehicle condition and equipment.
Volkswagen GOLF (GOLF VII) AUCHH 2013.09-2021.05 — Japanese-market
- Original vehicle market: Japanese-market
- Engine displacement: 2000 cc
- Drive: Front-wheel drive
- Grade / application: GTI (WITHOUT DCC)
- Recommended front height change: -35 to -15 mm
- Recommended rear height change: -40 to -20 mm
- Maximum front adjustable range: -67 to -1 mm
- Maximum rear adjustable range: -55 to +2 mm
- TEIN reference setting: -25 mm front; -30 mm rear
- Spring rates: 7 kgf/mm front; 6 kgf/mm rear
- Upper mounts: Front: Rubber upper mount; rear: Reuse original upper mount
Fitting requirements for this application: For DCC-equipped vehicles, use an aftermarket error canceller to prevent an error message. Only for vehicles with 55 mm original front struts and multi-link rear suspension. Rear: modify the original bump rubber and spring insulator. Camber adjustment uses an insert-type strut with an offset sleeve.
Installation and ordering
Use a suspension specialist for installation and wheel alignment. Follow the supplied instructions and check tyre, body and suspension clearance throughout steering and suspension travel. Optional EDFC electronics are sold separately.
Supplied to order. Contact GSM Performance for current availability and lead time before booking installation.
Product photograph
The supplier catalogue photograph shows selected components associated with this part number; it is not a complete contents layout.
Application data: TEIN UK catalogue for VSGB0-C1AA3.
Will this fit my car?
This listing is for the Volkswagen GOLF (GOLF VII) AUCHH. Chassis code, model year, engine and drivetrain all matter, and TEIN often use different part numbers for cars that look the same, so check your car against the vehicle table in the description. If anything is unclear, send us your registration or VIN and we will check it before you order.
What can I adjust?
The TEIN FLEX Z uses twin-tube dampers with 16-level adjustable damping, and the ride height is adjustable.
What comes in the kit?
Coilovers front and rear. The front has a rubber upper mount and the rear reuses the original upper mount. Spring rates are 7 kgf/mm front and 6 kgf/mm rear.
How low will it go?
TEIN publish a recommended height range for each application, worked out in their own testing, and a wider maximum range that is not a recommended setting. For this kit the recommended setting is 15 to 35 mm lower at the front and 20 to 40 mm lower at the rear. Our guide Ride Height, Preload And Getting A Coilover Setup Right explains how to set it without running out of travel.
Is it right for road or track?
It depends how much of your driving is on track. Our guide Fast Road Or Track: Choosing The Damping On A Set Of Coilovers explains what 1-way, 2-way and 3-way adjustment gets you.
Can I fit it myself?
Our guide Fitting Coilovers At Home Or Having Them Done covers what the job involves. Either way, have the wheel alignment checked after fitting and check wheel and tyre clearance through full steering lock and suspension travel.
Can they be rebuilt?
TEIN run a replacement service for FLEX Z dampers rather than an overhaul, so a worn damper is swapped for a new unit. Ask us if you need one.
How long does it take?
This kit is ordered in from the supplier for your car. Ask us for the current lead time before you book the fitting.
More about this kit.
Which top mounts are listed for VSGB0-C1AA3?
The catalogue lists: Front: Rubber upper mount; rear: Reuse original upper mount. Check the exact application and configuration to establish which mounts are supplied or reused. The representative photograph cannot confirm the mount hardware for every car.
What ride-height information is listed for VSGB0-C1AA3?
For VSGB0-C1AA3, the catalogue gives: “AUCHH 2013.09-2021.05: Recommended: front -35 to -15 mm; rear -40 to -20 mm”. Use any front and rear figures with their listed vehicle and fitting conditions. Ask the installer to check the finished clearances and alignment.
Which spring rates are listed for VSGB0-C1AA3?
The catalogue lists: 7 kgf/mm front; 6 kgf/mm rear. Keep the front and rear labels and units with the specification. Check the selected application before requesting a different rate; matching spring dimensions and the damper specification also matter.
TEIN suspension: allow 3 to 5 weeks
Allow 3 to 5 weeks from your order for your TEIN suspension to reach you.
Need it by a particular date? Write the date in the order comments box at checkout when you order.
