A6 V6-3.0L (AVK) (2004)
Suspension Strut / Shock Absorber: Service and Repair
Suspension Strut, Servicing
Suspension strut, servicing
1. Hex-nut, tighten to 60 Nm
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Always replace
2. Suspension strut mount
3. Washer
4. Upper spring seat
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Installation position refer to Fig. 8
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Installing refer to Fig. 7
5. Coil spring
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Surface of spring coil may not be damaged
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Note color code
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Removing refer to Fig. 1 Fig. 2, and = fig. 3
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Installing =:> Fig. 6 and refer to Fig. 9
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Note varying coil spring versions, see vehicle data sticker
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Application
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See Parts Supplier
6. Stop buffer
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Insert in upper spring seat
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Application
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See Parts Supplier
7. Protective sleeve
8. Protective cap
9. Bottom spring washer
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Fixed with recess in ribbing on spring seat
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Not installed on all vehicles
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See Parts Supplier
10. Lower spring seat
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Installation position refer to Fig. 5