Nitron Electronic Damping Delete Kit for 42 Audi R8

The 42 Audi R8’s Audi Magnetic Ride system is integrated into the car’s control architecture; standard on V10 models and available as an option on the V8. Replacing it with a non-electronic coilover kit will typically trigger fault codes and warning lights if the system isn’t addressed. The Nitron Electronic Damping Delete Kit for the 42 R8 handles that directly, providing a clean solution that prevents error messages when the Magnetic Ride system is removed. It’s a straightforward piece of the puzzle for anyone running a non-electronic Nitron kit on an R8 originally equipped with Magnetic Ride.

Features

• Eliminates suspension-related warning lights on your vehicle’s dashboard
• Error-free operation
• Preserves vehicle functionality
• Disables only the standard damper control while retaining all other control unit functions

Applications

• Audi R8 4.2 V8 quattro: 42 | 2007-2015
• Audi R8 5.2 V10 quattro: 42 | 2009-2015

Notes

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Frequently Asked Questions

• Do I need this kit if my R8 doesn’t have Audi Magnetic Ride? No. If your V8 R8 was not optioned with Magnetic Ride, the delete kit is not required. It’s only necessary on cars that came from the factory with the Magnetic Ride system installed.
• Do I need this kit if I’m fitting a Nitron elec-TRON coilover kit? No. The elec-TRON kits use Nitron’s proportional solenoid valve and DCU to handle electronic damping independently, so the factory Magnetic Ride system is effectively replaced rather than deleted. The delete kit is only needed when fitting a non-electronic coilover kit such as the NTR-R1 or NTR-R3 to an R8 that originally came with Magnetic Ride.
• Will the delete kit affect any other vehicle functions? No. The kit disables only the standard damper control function. All other control unit functions remain fully operational, so the rest of the car’s systems are unaffected.
• Is the Electronic Damping Delete Kit included with Nitron coilover kits? No, it is sold separately. It is an additional requirement for R8 owners converting from the Magnetic Ride system to a non-electronic coilover kit.

About Nitron Suspension

Nitron Suspension has been at the forefront of precision suspension engineering since 1998, founded by Guy Evans with the goal of building high-performance shocks for enthusiasts and professionals alike. Over 200 dealers now carry Nitron products across Europe, Asia, the US, Australasia, and Africa. In 2008, the company moved into a dedicated facility in the UK’s Motorsport Valley, adding dynamometers, 5-axis CNC machines, and 3D CAD capabilities to support both growing demand and continued product development. A second expansion came in 2023 with a new office in Murrieta, California. The team behind every Nitron product draws from deep backgrounds in machining, materials technology, hydraulics, bike engineering, and F1 racing, with many engineers bringing firsthand experience as competitive drivers and riders. That depth of knowledge across both the technical and competitive sides of motorsport shapes every product Nitron develops.