The Airbag Man Air Helper Kit fits VW Amarok 2H utes built 2010-2023, covering both the V6 3.0L TDI and 4-cylinder 2.0L TDI variants, and installs inside the factory leaf springs rather than replacing them. Two air bags sit inside the leaf spring pack and inflate on demand to counter rear sag from towing, canopies or camper trays, then deflate for a soft unladen ride. The kit includes both air bags, mounting brackets, air line and inflation valves, so there's nothing extra to source. Stocked in Australia with manufacturer warranty and fitment support from our team.
Airbag Man helper kits use heavy-duty rubber bellows that mount between the chassis and the leaf pack – add air when the load goes on to bring the vehicle back level, then let it out and the standard springs carry on exactly as before. Because each side inflates independently, you can also correct for an off-centre load like a slide-on or water tank.
They shine when the load keeps changing – a van on the towball some weekends, a loaded tray on others. Worth being clear about what they don't do: helper airbags don't increase your GVM or payload; they manage ride height and stability within the vehicle's existing ratings. If the vehicle is always loaded, upgraded springs (with airbags for the variation on top) is the better setup.
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Because this kit adds air support inside your existing leaf springs rather than replacing them, pressure — not spring rate — is what you tune to the load. Start with a low pressure for general driving and increase it to match the actual weight of a caravan ball load, canopy, water tank or tools carried in the tray. Owners running a constant heavy accessory load, such as a fitted canopy plus toolboxes, may still want to look at a heavier-rated leaf spring upgrade alongside the airbag kit rather than relying on air pressure alone.
Fitting involves removing the leaf spring U-bolts, positioning the air bag inside the spring pack, and running the air line to a valve mounted at the rear of the tub or under the tray — this is a job most experienced DIY installers can complete with basic tools, though we recommend a suspension workshop if you're not confident working around leaf spring towers. Because the kit doesn't change unladen ride height, wheel alignment is generally not required from the airbag fitment alone, but always get an alignment check if it's fitted alongside new leaf springs, shocks or a lift. Check air line fittings and pressure settings after the first loaded trip. Pairing this kit with upgraded control arm upgrades is only relevant if you're also lifting the front end — this rear helper kit doesn't require it on its own.
Airbag Man has been designing air suspension products for Australian conditions for over 25 years, with kits developed and tested locally rather than adapted from overseas passenger vehicle parts. Every kit is backed by a manufacturer warranty and dispatched from Australian stock, and our team can talk you through pressure settings for your specific load before or after you buy. Tradespeople and tourers running the Amarok as a daily load carrier trust the brand because the kits are built to be adjusted regularly, not set once and forgotten — view the full Airbag Man range for other Amarok-compatible options.
This kit suits Amarok owners who tow caravans or trailers regularly, tradespeople running a loaded tray or canopy day to day, and tourers carrying camper trailers, water and gear on remote trips. If you're chasing more aggressive load correction than an airbag helper kit inside factory leaf springs can offer, our broader airbag suspension range covers heavier-duty configurations too.
In stock now with fast Australia-wide dispatch and fitment support from our Australian-based team — browse our full lift kit range if you're also looking at front-end options for your Amarok.
| Make | Model | Series | Years | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volkswagen | Amarok | 2H | 2010-2023 | 3.0L V6 TDI & 2.0L 4-cylinder TDI |
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Yes, this Airbag Man Air Helper Kit is built specifically for the VW Amarok 2H, covering the full 2010-2023 build range across both the V6 3.0L TDI and 4-cylinder 2.0L TDI engines. It's designed to work inside the factory leaf spring pack, so no leaf spring replacement is needed for the airbag kit itself. If you're running aftermarket leaf springs already, check with our team before ordering to confirm the air bag still seats correctly. Use our parts finder for the Amarok to confirm fitment against your exact build.
This kit doesn't add static lift when the vehicle is unladen — it's a load helper, not a suspension lift. The air bags sit inside the leaf springs and inflate under load to counter rear sag from towing or a loaded tray, restoring your Amarok closer to its factory ride height rather than raising it above it. If you're after a permanent lift as well, that's a separate leaf spring or lift kit product, and our team can advise on combining both.
The kit includes two Airbag Man air bags sized for the Amarok's leaf spring pack, upper and lower mounting brackets, braided air line, two inflation valves, and the U-bolts and hardware needed for the leaf spring towers. Fitting instructions are supplied. Shock absorbers and leaf springs are sold separately, so factor those in if yours are worn or you're chasing a heavier-duty setup.
Yes, this is one of the main reasons Amarok owners fit this kit — it's designed to counter rear sag when towing a caravan, box trailer or loaded camper trailer. Increasing air pressure in the bags as ball weight goes up helps keep the rear end level and the headlights aimed correctly. For heavier constant tow loads, pairing it with upgraded leaf springs and rear shocks gives more consistent support than air pressure alone.
No, control arm upgrades aren't required for this rear air helper kit. Control arms come into play on front-end lifts where suspension geometry changes at height; this kit only affects the rear leaf spring pack and doesn't alter front suspension travel or angles. If you're also fitting a front lift kit to the Amarok, that's when checking your control arms becomes relevant.
Not from this kit alone, since it doesn't change your Amarok's unladen ride height or front-end geometry. If you're fitting this alongside new leaf springs, a lift kit or new shocks at the same time, get an alignment done as part of that job. As general practice, it's worth having your alignment checked whenever any suspension component is removed and refitted.
This kit works with your existing leaf springs rather than replacing them, so spring rate isn't selected through this product — air pressure is what you adjust for load. If you need a heavier-rated leaf spring to suit a permanent heavy accessory load like a canopy and toolboxes, our leaf spring range has Amarok-specific options to pair with this kit.
Since this kit doesn't raise unladen ride height, it won't create the extra clearance needed for larger tyres on its own. Tyre clearance changes come from a front and rear lift kit, not an air helper kit fitted inside the leaf springs. If bigger tyres are the goal, talk to our team about a lift kit that suits the Amarok alongside this load support kit.
This kit is covered by Airbag Man's manufacturer warranty, and we handle warranty support locally from Australia rather than routing you overseas. Keep your proof of purchase and have the kit fitted correctly to leaf spring specification to ensure warranty terms are met. Contact our team if you have any warranty questions before or after fitment.
Yes — because the air bags deflate down when not needed, unladen ride comfort on the daily commute isn't affected the way it would be with a permanent heavy-duty spring upgrade. You only add air pressure when you're carrying weight, whether that's a loaded ute tray during the week or a caravan on the weekend. This flexibility is the main advantage of an air helper kit over a fixed heavy-duty leaf spring for owners who don't always run a full load.
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