A4 Sedan V6-3.2L (BKH) (2007)
Suspension Strut / Shock Absorber: Removal and Replacement
Shock Absorber
Shock Absorber
Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required
‹› Spring Compressor (V.A.G 1752/1)
‹› Adapter (V.A.G 1752/9)
‹› Spring Holder A4, Rear Axle (V.A.G 1752/16)
‹› Torque Wrench ( V.A.G 1331)
‹› Torque Wrench (V.A.G 1332)
Removing
On vehicles with Dynamic Ride Control (DRC II), empty the system. Refer to => [ Dynamic Ride Control, Emptying and Filling ] See: Suspension
Control ( Automatic - Electronic )/Service and Repair.
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Dismount tire.
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Remove coil spring. Refer to => [ Coil Spring ] See: Suspension Spring ( Coil / Leaf )/Service and Repair.
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Remove nut - 1 - and remove bolts (Illustration without cover plate).
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Remove bolts - 2 -.
‹› Wheel housing liner remains installed.
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Remove shock absorber.
Installing
‹› Replace the bolts and self-locking nuts. Notes in exploded view diagrams. Refer to => [ Wheel Bearing Housing, Steel ] .