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HOMESERVICE MANUALSAUDI2007A3 BASE, AUTOMATIC DCTREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)DRIVELINES & AXLESAXLE SHAFTSREAR SUSPENSION42 REAR SUSPENSIONDISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLYSHOCK ABSORBER, AWDNOTES
2007 Audi A3 Base, Automatic DCT
Shock Absorber, AWD: Notes
2007 Audi A3 Base, Automatic DCTSECTION Notes
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Torque Wrench 40-200 Nm V.A.G 1332
- Shock Absorber Set T10001
- Vehicle Diagnostic, Testing and Information System VAS 5051
- Magnetic Ride Shock Absorber Prism T40129
- 1 - Shock Absorbers
- Only shock absorbers with the same part number may be installed on the left and right.
- Removing and installing, refer to SHOCK ABSORBER .
- Be aware of the various suspension versions. Refer to EXPLANATIONS OF THE PRODUCTION CONTROL NUMBERS (PR NUMBER) .
- Always release gas and drain malfunctioning shock absorbers before disposal. Refer to REAR GAS-FILLED STRUT, VENTING AND EMPTYING .
- Check removed shock absorber. Refer to SHOCK ABSORBERS, REMOVED, CHECKING .
- On vehicles with electronically-controlled damping (Audi magnetic ride), the control position must be reprogrammed each time a shock absorber is replaced using the VAS 5051.
- 2 - Protective Cap
- Installed on a conventional shock absorber.
- 3 - Protective Tube
- 4 - Support Ring
- 5 - Buffer Stop
- 6 - Washer
- Installed on the Audi magnetic ride shock absorber.
- 7 - Shock Absorber Mounting
- 8 - Nut
- 25 Nm
- Self-locking
- Always replace.
- Loosening and tightening on a conventional shock absorber SHOCK ABSORBER, AWD .
- Loosening and tightening on an Audi magnetic ride shock absorber SHOCK ABSORBER, AWD .
- 9 - Cover
- Installed on the Audi magnetic ride shock absorber.
- Always replace.
- Pay attention to the installed position of the connector inside the grommet cover.
- Make sure it latches in securely.
- 10 - Cover
- Installed on a conventional shock absorber.
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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.