The 2003 Bentley Continental has 35 suspension parts with verified fitment on this page — 6 part types and 7 brands, covering all 3 engine options (6.0L W12 Turbocharged, 6.7L V8 Turbocharged and 6.8L V8 Turbocharged). Each part includes a manufacturer part number and application notes.
On the 2003 Bentley Continental, the suspension system controls ride, tire contact and alignment through shocks, struts, control arms, bushings and links. Most of the listed parts are Shock / Strut (21 parts), Air Compressor (6 parts) and Air Suspension Solenoid / Valve (3 parts). The other 3 part types cover the remaining 5 parts.
The 2003 Bentley Continental was sold with 3 engines. Every part on this page is engine-specific. Each part shows which engine(s) it fits.
7 brands supply suspension parts for the 2003 Bentley Continental, led by ARNOTT (17 parts), FCS (5 parts) and MONROE (5 parts), plus 4 more brands. Quality grades include Original Ride Quality, Economy and Increased Handling/Stability.
A "Popular" badge means the source catalog flagged the part as frequently chosen for the 2003 Bentley Continental. 6 parts have it, including ARNOTT P3886 (Air Compressor) and FCS 99015 (Shock / Strut). Each part number opens a page with every vehicle that part fits.
Air Compressor
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARNOTT Popular Fits: 6.0L W12 Turbocharged | P3886 | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon | |
| ARNOTT Popular Fits: 6.0L W12 Turbocharged | P2740 | 🇺🇸 US | ArnottAir Suspension Compressor | View on Amazon |
| CARDONE Fits: 6.0L W12 Turbocharged | 4J4005C | 🇺🇸 US | Air Suspension Compressor | View on Amazon |
| DORMAN Fits: 6.0L W12 Turbocharged, 6.8L V8 Turbocharged | 949931 | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon | |
| FCS Fits: 6.0L W12 Turbocharged, 6.8L V8 Turbocharged | KY025 | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon | |
| WESTAR Fits: 6.0L W12 Turbocharged, 6.8L V8 Turbocharged | CD7744 | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Air compressors. Typical signs include no cold air, rapid clutch cycling, or a growl when the clutch engages. Replace the drier and evacuate the system whenever the circuit is opened.
6 Air Compressor parts are listed for the 2003 Bentley Continental, from ARNOTT, CARDONE, DORMAN and 2 other brands. ARNOTT P3886 carries the "Popular" badge.
Listed part numbers: ARNOTT P3886, ARNOTT P2740 and CARDONE 4J4005C, plus the other parts above.
Air Spring
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WESTAR Fits: 6.0L W12 Turbocharged, 6.8L V8 Turbocharged | AS7092 | 🇺🇸 US | Rear Left | View on Amazon |
| WESTAR Fits: 6.0L W12 Turbocharged, 6.8L V8 Turbocharged | AS7093 | 🇺🇸 US | Rear Right | View on Amazon |
This table covers the air springs that carry vehicle weight in place of a conventional coil.
WESTAR supplies both parts for the 2003 Bentley Continental.
This group includes WESTAR AS7092 and WESTAR AS7093.
Air Suspension Line Connector / Fitting
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARNOTT Fits: 6.0L W12 Turbocharged | K4363 | 🇺🇸 US | Fits FrontAt Strutor At Front Strut | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Air Suspension Line Connector fittings.
This group shows a single part: ARNOTT K4363.
Air Suspension Solenoid / Valve
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARNOTT Fits: 6.0L W12 Turbocharged | VB3265 | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon | |
| ARNOTT Fits: 6.0L W12 Turbocharged | VB3831 | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon | |
| DORMAN Fits: 6.0L W12 Turbocharged, 6.8L V8 Turbocharged | 949812 | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Air Suspension Solenoid valves. Typical signs include a circuit that will not hold, a whistle, or a code for this valve. A stuck valve is often debris. Clean the ports before installing the new one.
3 Air Suspension Solenoid / Valve parts are listed for the 2003 Bentley Continental, from ARNOTT and DORMAN.
Listed part numbers: ARNOTT VB3265, ARNOTT VB3831 and DORMAN 949812.
Ride Height Sensor
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARNOTT Fits: 6.0L W12 Turbocharged | RH3701 | 🇺🇸 US | Rear Right | View on Amazon |
| ARNOTT Fits: 6.0L W12 Turbocharged | RH3702 | 🇺🇸 US | Rear Left | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Ride Height sensors. Typical signs include a warning lamp, a stored code, or a reading that drops out when the harness is wiggled. Inspect the connector and ground before replacing the sensor — wiring faults are often condemned as bad sensors.
ARNOTT supplies both parts for the 2003 Bentley Continental.
This group includes ARNOTT RH3701 and ARNOTT RH3702.
Shock / Strut
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARNOTT Fits: 6.0L W12 Turbocharged | AS2968 | 🇺🇸 US | RemanufacturedAir Strut | View on Amazon |
| ARNOTT Fits: 6.0L W12 Turbocharged | AS2969 | 🇺🇸 US | RemanufacturedAir Strut | View on Amazon |
| ARNOTT Fits: 6.0L W12 Turbocharged | AS2580 | 🇺🇸 US | RemanufacturedAir Strut | View on Amazon |
| ARNOTT Fits: 6.0L W12 Turbocharged | AS2581 | 🇺🇸 US | RemanufacturedAir Strut | View on Amazon |
| MONROE Fits: 6.0L W12 Turbocharged | 40539 | 🇺🇸 US | RestoreAir Strut | View on Amazon |
| MONROE Fits: 6.0L W12 Turbocharged | 40520 | 🇺🇸 US | RestoreAir Strut | View on Amazon |
| MONROE Fits: 6.0L W12 Turbocharged | 40521 | 🇺🇸 US | RestoreAir Strut | View on Amazon |
Increased Handling/Stability
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BILSTEIN Fits: 6.8L V8 Turbocharged | 24014304 | 🇺🇸 US | B6 PerformanceFor Stock Ride Height | View on Amazon |
| BILSTEIN Fits: 6.8L V8 Turbocharged | 24014298 | 🇺🇸 US | B6 PerformanceFor Stock Ride Height | View on Amazon |
Original Ride Quality
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FCS Popular Fits: 6.0L W12 Turbocharged, 6.8L V8 Turbocharged | 99015 | 🇺🇸 US | Air Strut | View on Amazon |
| FCS Popular Fits: 6.0L W12 Turbocharged, 6.8L V8 Turbocharged | 99016 | 🇺🇸 US | Air Strut | View on Amazon |
| FCS Popular Fits: 6.0L W12 Turbocharged, 6.8L V8 Turbocharged | 99017 | 🇺🇸 US | Air Strut | View on Amazon |
| FCS Popular Fits: 6.0L W12 Turbocharged, 6.8L V8 Turbocharged | 99018 | 🇺🇸 US | Air Strut | View on Amazon |
| ARNOTT Fits: 6.0L W12 Turbocharged | AS2892 | 🇺🇸 US | Air Strut | View on Amazon |
| ARNOTT Fits: 6.0L W12 Turbocharged | AS2893 | 🇺🇸 US | Air Strut | View on Amazon |
| ARNOTT Fits: 6.0L W12 Turbocharged | AS3129 | 🇺🇸 US | NewAir Strut | View on Amazon |
| ARNOTT Fits: 6.0L W12 Turbocharged | AS3130 | 🇺🇸 US | NewAir Strut | View on Amazon |
| ARNOTT Fits: 6.0L W12 Turbocharged | AS3127 | 🇺🇸 US | NewAir Strut | View on Amazon |
| ARNOTT Fits: 6.0L W12 Turbocharged | AS3128 | 🇺🇸 US | NewAir Strut | View on Amazon |
| MONROE Fits: 6.0L W12 Turbocharged, 6.8L V8 Turbocharged | 40537 | 🇺🇸 US | OESpectrumAir Strut | View on Amazon |
| MONROE Fits: 6.0L W12 Turbocharged, 6.8L V8 Turbocharged | 40538 | 🇺🇸 US | OESpectrumAir Strut | View on Amazon |
This table covers the shocks and struts that damp wheel motion. Typical signs include a nose that keeps bouncing, cupped tires, or fluid weeping down the body. Replace shocks or struts in axle pairs and renew the mounts if they are torn or collapsed.
21 Shock / Strut parts are listed for the 2003 Bentley Continental, from ARNOTT, MONROE, FCS and 1 other brand. FCS 99015 carries the "Popular" badge.
In the Economy grade, ARNOTT and MONROE supply 7 parts: the catalog's value-priced group. A representative part number is ARNOTT AS2968.
The Increased Handling/Stability section lists 2 options from BILSTEIN — grouped under the catalog's "Increased Handling/Stability" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. BILSTEIN 24014304 is listed in this group.
In the Original Ride Quality grade, ARNOTT, FCS and MONROE supply 12 parts: grouped under the catalog's "Original Ride Quality" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is FCS 99015.
Buying Suspension Parts for a 2003 Bentley Continental
On this vehicle, the suspension system controls ride, tire contact and alignment through shocks, struts, control arms, bushings and links.
- Match the engine first. Every suspension part here is engine-specific; each row shows which engine(s) it fits.
- Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
- Where labor overlaps, replace shocks and struts in axle pairs, renew the sway-bar links with the struts, and get an alignment after any control-arm or tie-rod work.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: Shock / Strut and Air Compressor .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many suspension parts fit the 2003 Bentley Continental?
Our catalog currently lists 35 suspension parts for the 2003 Bentley Continental across 6 subcategories and 7 brands, covering all 3 engine options (6.0L W12 Turbocharged, 6.7L V8 Turbocharged and 6.8L V8 Turbocharged). Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
Do suspension parts differ between 2003 Bentley Continental engines?
Yes. Every suspension part on this page is engine-specific. Each row shows which engine(s) it fits — use the filter at the top to hide the rest. If you're unsure which engine you have, check the emissions label under the hood or the 8th character of your VIN.
What are the signs of suspension problems on a 2003 Bentley Continental?
Common symptoms include clunks over speed bumps, wandering steering, cupped tire wear, or a nose that keeps bouncing after a dip. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.
What should I replace at the same time?
Where labor overlaps, replace shocks and struts in axle pairs, renew the sway-bar links with the struts, and get an alignment after any control-arm or tie-rod work.
What do the market flags (US, CA, MX) on each part mean?
They show the market for which the manufacturer published application data for that part — where the vehicle was first sold, not where the part was made. If your 2003 Bentley Continental was originally sold in the US, the safest choice is a part marked for the US market.
How do I make sure a part fits my 2003 Bentley Continental?
First match the engine — each row shows which engine(s) the part fits. Then worn bushings often mimic bad shocks — inspect before buying, and remember loaded vs unloaded strut assemblies differ in labor by hours. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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