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HOMESERVICE MANUALSAUDI2007A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L TURBO (BPY)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTEERING AND SUSPENSIONSTEERINGTESTING AND INSPECTION
2007 Audi A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L Turbo (BPY)
Steering: Testing and Inspection
2007 Audi A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L Turbo (BPY)SECTION Testing and Inspection
Recognizing Generation I and II Steering Gear
Generation I steering gear was installed at start of production (SOP) on the Audi A3 from MY 04. This was replaced in MY 2004 with steering gear (Generation II). Vehicles equipped with Generation I steering gear can be converted to Generation II.
You can identify the steering gear when it is installed by the number of bolts on the steering pinion bracket cover.
- Raise the vehicle.
- Turn steering wheel to stop on both sides in succession while noting the number of bolts - 1 -.
Illustration shows steering gear (Generation I).
In Generation I steering gear, the steering pinion bracket cover is secured with -4- bolts.
In Generation II steering gear, the steering pinion bracket cover is secured with -2- bolts.
Continue on steering gear (Generation I). Refer to => [ Steering Gear, Generation I ] Steering Gear, Generation I.
Continue on steering gear (Generation II). Refer to => [ Steering Gear, Generation II and III ] Steering Gear, Generation II and III.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.