Q5 Quattro V6-3.2L (CALB) (2009)
Front Subframe: Service and Repair
Subframe
Subframe
Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required
‹› Engine/Transmission Jack (V.A.G 1383 A)
‹› Tensioning Strap (T10038)
‹› Wheel Hub Support (T10149)
Removing
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Remove wheels.
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Remove noise insulation.
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Remove left and right wheel housing liner.
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Remove crossbrace. Refer to => [ Subframe Crossbrace ] See: Subframe Crossbrace.
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Remove right and left subframe shield if applicable. Refer to => [ Subframe Shield ] See: Subframe Shield.
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Remove stabilizer. Refer to => [ Stabilizer Bar ] See: Stabilizer Bar/Service and Repair/Front Suspension/Stabilizer Bar.
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Steering gear, removing. Refer to => [ Power Steering Gear ] See: Steering/Steering Gear/Service and Repair/Removal and Replacement/Power
Steering Gear.
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Remove level control system sensor, if applicable. Refer to => [ Level Control System Sensor ] See: Sensors and Switches -
Suspension/Suspension Control Pressure Sensor/Switch/Service and Repair/Front Suspension/Level Control System Sensor.
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Secure the left and right wheel housing liner to the mounting bracket using a Tensioning Strap (T10038) as illustrated.
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Remove left and right control arms. Refer to => [ Track Control Arm ] See: Control Arm/Service and Repair/Front Suspension/Track Control Arm
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Support the engine entirely using the Engine Support Bridge.
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Remove bolts - 1 - and nuts - 3 - and the longitudinal braces - 2 -.