A3 Quattro V6-3.2L (BUB) (2008)
Rear Subframe Mount: Service and Repair
Subframe Mount
Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required
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Hollow piston cylinder VAS 6179
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Hydraulic cylinder VAS 6178
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Engine/transmission jack V.A.G 1383 A with universal transmission support V.A.G 1359/2
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Assembly tool T10263
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Assembly tool T10205/13
Front or rear bonded rubber bushings, removing
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Remove rear wheels.
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Remove coil springs.
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Remove exhaust system rear muffler.
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Disconnect electrical wires to the Haldex clutch and the connectors on vehicles with automatic headlamp range control.
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Remove stabilizer bar.
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Remove tie rods.
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Unclip electrical lines to upper transverse links.
CAUTION
Before LOOSENING subframe bolts, secure vehicle against tipping over (e.g. load luggage compartment with approximately 50 kg).
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Place engine/transmission jack V.A.G 1383 A with universal transmission support V.A.G 1359/2 below subframe and secure with strap.
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Remove hex bolts -1- and -2-.
Note:
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For the sake of a better illustration, only the left side of the vehicle is shown.
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Lower subframe 10 cm using engine/transmission jack V.A.G 1383 A.
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Mark location of bonded rubber bushings to subframe, e.g. with a felt-tip pen.
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Install pressure head T10205/13 in Hydraulic Press VAS 6178.
Affects vehicles with an aluminum subframe