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Servicing subframe > < Exploded view of subframe, diagonal strut, swivel joint, anti-roll bar, wishbone, suspension bracket and vehicle level senders

A3 Mk2

Removing and installing subframe
Removing and installing subframe
Special tools and workshop equipment required
   
t  Torque wrench -V.A.G 1331-
  W00-0427
t  Torque wrench -V.A.G 1332-
  W00-0428
Removing
–  Remove noise insulation (bottom) → Rep. gr.50.
–  If fitted, remove frame for noise insulation → Rep. gr.50.
–  If fitted, remove diagonal struts → Chapter.
–  Remove bracket for exhaust system from subframe.
–  Unscrew bolts -arrows- from heat shield.
–  Remove heat shield from subframe.
  N48-10012
–  Unscrew bolts -14- and remove pendulum support from gearbox.
–  Now unscrew bolts for:
t  Steering box -3 and 6-
t  Anti-roll bar -11 and 16-
t  Subframe -4, 5, 12 and 15-.
–  Remove subframe.
Installing
Installation is performed in reverse sequence; note the following:
Tightening torques → Chapter „Exploded view of subframe, diagonal strut, swivel joint, anti-roll bar, wishbone, suspension bracket and vehicle level senders“
Tightening torques → Chapter „Exploded view of wheel bearing housing and wheel bearing unit“
–  Install and tighten noise insulation → Rep. gr.50.
–  Check and adjust wheel alignment as required, see chart → Anchor.
  N40-10020

Servicing subframe > < Exploded view of subframe, diagonal strut, swivel joint, anti-roll bar, wishbone, suspension bracket and vehicle level senders