A4 Sedan L4-1.8L Turbo (AEB) (1997)
Front Cross-Member: Service and Repair
Replacement
NOTE:
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For this procedure, use the tools shown in the following illustrations or their equivalents.
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For additional information, refer to suspension component locations. See: Steering and Suspension/Suspension/Locations
CAUTION: Do not jack up car at the subframe.
REMOVAL
1. Attach engine lift.
2. Remove wheels.
3. Remove undertray.
4. Before loosening subframe use mandrel tool No. 3393 or equivalent, to check whether holes -1- and -2- align on both sides.
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If not, a wheel alignment must be carried out after repair.
5. Remove suspension strut hex bolt -5- at support link.
6. Remove ribbed nuts -3- and -4-; remove coupling.
7. Loosen support link hex nut -2- at subframe and take out bolt + washer.
8. Loosen guide link bolt + washer -1- at subframe.