Audi Workshop Service and Repair Manuals > A3 Mk2 > Running gear, front-wheel drive and four-wheel drive | Technical data | Proper disposal of fluid-filled components | Releasing gas and draining Audi magnetic ride shock absorbers (front)

Releasing gas and draining Audi magnetic ride shock absorbers (front)

–	Clamp magnetic ride shock absorber vertically in a vice.

WARNING

Safety goggles must be worn when drilling.

–	Drill a 3 mm Ø hole -arrow A- through outer tube of shock absorber.

Note

Gas will escape during drilling.

–	Drill a second 6 mm Ø hole -arrow B- through outer tube of shock absorber.

–	Hold shock absorber over a drip tray and move piston rod up and down several times through entire stroke until no more fluid comes out.

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