A4 Quattro Cabriolet V6-3.2L (BKH) (2007)
Suspension Strut / Shock Absorber: Procedures
Front Gas-Filled Strut, Venting and Emptying
Front Gas-Filled Strut, Venting and Emptying
A - venting through drill holes.
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Secure gas-filled shock absorber vertically in vise, with piston rod facing down.
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Drill a 3 mm dia. hole - arrow A - through the outer shock absorber tube.
CAUTION!
Wear protective eyewear while drilling.
‹› Gas escapes when drilling.
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Continue drilling until the tube inside is drilled through (approximately 25 mm deep).
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Drill a second 6 mm hole - arrow B - through the outer and inner shock absorber tubes.
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Hold shock absorber over appropriate container for catching oil and move piston rod repeatedly through entire stroke until no more oil flows out.
B - Open with pipe cutter.
Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required
‹› Pipe cutter, e.g. Stahlwille Express 150/3
CAUTION!
Wear protective eyewear when drilling or sawing.
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Drill a 3 mm dia. hole - arrow - through the outer shock absorber tube or saw through tube wall.