A8 Quattro Sedan V8-4.2L (AUX) (2001)
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Swivel wheel bearing housing in direction of arrow.
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Remove suspension strut from below.
Notes:
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When removing the suspension strut, make sure not to damage the joint boot.
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Servicing suspension strut, Refer to Suspension Strut, Service and Repair
Pay special attention to the information when installing
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Hole in spring plate faces longitudinal member -arrow-.
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Press ABS wheel-speed sensor in to stop in wheel bearing housing.
Tightening torques
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Suspension strut to track control link: 90 Nm (66 ft. lbs.)
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Suspension strut to mounting bracket: 20 Nm (15 ft. lbs.)
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Upper link to wheel bearing housing: 40 Nm (30 ft. lbs.)
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While tightening, press upper links into wheel bearing housing.