Audi Q3: Overview - Subframe
Audi Q3 (8U) 2011-2018 Service Manual / Chassis / Suspension, Wheels, Steering / Front Suspension / Overview - Subframe
Caution
There is a risk of damaging the subframe threaded connection threads on the body.
- The subframe bolts on the body must not be loosened or tightened with an impact wrench.
- Always install all bolts by hand for the first few turns.
1 - Subframe
- Securing. Refer to → Chapter "Subframe, Securing".
- Lowering. Refer to → Chapter "Subframe, Lowering".
- Removing and installing without steering gear. Refer to → Chapter "Subframe without Steering Gear, Removing and Installing".
- Removing and installing with steering gear. Refer to → Chapter "Subframe with Steering Gear, Removing and Installing".
2 - Bolt
- 70 Nm +180º
- Always replace if removed
3 - Upper Bonded Rubber Bushing for Pendulum Support
- Replacing. Refer to → Chapter "Subframe, Servicing".
4 - Nut
- 65 Nm
- Always replace if removed
- Counterhold at socket head of joint bolt when tightening
5 - Stabilizer Bar
- Removing and installing. Refer to → Chapter "Stabilizer Bar, Removing and Installing".
6 - Nut
- 65 Nm
- Always replace if removed
- Counterhold at socket head of joint bolt when tightening
7 - Coupling Rod
- Removing and installing. Refer to → Chapter "Coupling Rod, Removing and Installing".
8 - Bolt
- 70 Nm +180º
- Always replace if removed
9 - Bolts
- 20 Nm +90º
- Always replace if removed
10 - Lower Bonded Rubber Bushing for Pendulum Support
- Replacing. Refer to → Chapter "Subframe, Servicing".
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Subframe without Steering Gear, Removing and Installing
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Torque Wrench 1331 5-50Nm -VAG1331-
Torque Wrench 1332 40-200Nm -VAG1332-
Engine and Gearbox Jack -VAS6931-
Removing
Note
Subframe
Subframe, Servicing
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Bearing Installer - Wheel Hub/Bearing Kit -T10205-
Torque Wrench 1332 40-200Nm -VAG1332-
Hydraulic Press -VAS6178-
Pneumatic/Hydraulic Foot Pu
Stabilizer Bar, Removing and Installing
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Locating Pins -T10096-
Torque Wrench 1332 40-200Nm -VAG1332-
Engine and Gearbox Jack -VAS6931-
Puller - Ball Joint -3287A-
Removing
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SEE MORE:
Introduction
The purpose of this repair manual is to provide service
advisors and technicians with the basic knowledge needed to
ensure professional and competent procedures.
Note
Only the careful study of this documentation, practical
implementation of the information contained, training on A/C
Passenger Occupant Detection System
Component Location Overview - Passenger Occupant Detection System
WARNING
The replacement part (service kit) for the passenger
occupant detection system is already precalibrated and must not
be separated under any circumstances. The service kit consists
of:
Passenger Occupant D
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