A4 Quattro Wagon L4-1.8L Turbo (ATW) (2000)
Suspension Strut / Shock Absorber: Service and Repair
Suspension Strut, Servicing
Suspension Strut, Servicing
1. Suspension strut mounting bracket
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Different versions on left and right sides
2. Self-locking nut
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Always replace
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70 Nm (52 ft. lbs.) + 1/4 turn (90°)
3. Damper ring
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Install with stop resting against end of spring
4. Coil spring
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Always replace on both sides
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Different versions depending on suspension version refer to vehicle data labels to determine correct spring version.
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Install on shock absorber and turn so that end of spring coil is resting against stop of lower spring retainer
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Installation position: colored marking on spring faces down toward spring retainer
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If suspension strut is correctly installed, bottom end of spring on left side faces toward rear; bottom end on right side faces toward front
5. Bolt
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Always replace
6. Gas shock absorber
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Different versions, refer to parts supplier.
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Supplied as replacement part with lower spring retainer pressed on
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Different versions depending on suspension version refer to vehicle data label.
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Malfunctioning shock absorbers must be disposed of properly