Q7 Quattro V8-4.2L (BAR) (2008)
Rear Cross-Member: Service and Repair
Subframe
Subframe
Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required
‹› Brake pedal actuator (V.A.G 1869/2)
‹› Ring spanner insert AF 21 (T10212)
Removing
‹› If subframe is replaced, alignment should be performed after installation. Refer to => [ Work Procedure, Vehicle Alignment Overview ] See:
Maintenance/Alignment/Service and Repair/Work Procedure, Vehicle Alignment Overview.
‹› Only if subframe is replaced: Level control system sensor, removal and installation, refer to => [ Level Control System Sensor ]
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With vehicles with air suspension, place vehicle on hoist. Refer to => [ Positioning Vehicle on Hoist and Wheels ] See: Steering and
Suspension/Suspension/Service and Repair/Procedures/Positioning Vehicle on Hoist and Wheels.
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Remove wheels.
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Remove rear portion of exhaust system.
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Disconnect all electrical wires from body to rear suspension.
Vehicles with air suspension
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Clean area around wiring connection.
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Remove left and air supply line and seal off connections. Make sure that no dust particles enter connections.
Continuation for all vehicles
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Remove brake cable from rear suspension.
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Remove propshaft from rear final drive and tie up.
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Remove left and right brake caliper - 1 - and tie it with an wire - 2 - at brake line bracket - 3 -.