A6 Quattro Sedan V6-2.7L Turbo (APB) (2000)
Ball Joint: Service and Repair
Rear
Upper Ball Joint Removing and Installing
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Remove wheel.
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Unscrew hex bolts for control arm to axle beam.
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Unscrew hex bolt-2- and remove control arm -1
Installing
Installation is the reverse of removal.
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Bonded rubber bushings can only be turned to a limited extent. The bolted connections should therefore only be tightened when the vehicle is
standing on the ground.
Otherwise, the rubber bushing will be stressed and have a shortened service life.
Tightening torques:
Control arm to axle beam ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 95 Nm
Control arm to wheel bearing housing ........................................................................................................................................................... 70 Nm + 90°