Shock Absorber, AWD

Shock Absorber, AWD

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items 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 ] Shock Absorber.

• Be aware of the various suspension versions. Refer to => [ Explanations of the Production Control Numbers (PR Number) ] Application and ID.

• Always release gas and drain malfunctioning shock absorbers before disposal. Refer to => [ Rear Gas-Filled Strut, Venting and Emptying ] Rear Gas-Filled Strut, Venting and Emptying.

• Check removed shock absorber. Refer to => [ Shock Absorbers, Removed, Checking ] 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

• Depending on the model, a standard shock absorber is installed. Allocate parts using the Electronic Parts Catalog (ETKA)

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.

• Loosening and tightening on an Audi magnetic ride shock absorber.

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.

Standard Shock Absorber






1 Ratchet (commercially available)
2 Socket wrench 21 mm (T10001/9)
3 Ratchet (T10001/11)
4 Socket wrench 21 mm (T10001/1)

Magnetic Ride Shock Absorber






- Tighten piston rod in vise as shown in the illustration using (T40129) - 1 -.

- Remove the cover - 3 - upward and disconnect the connector - 2 - from piston rod. It is not possible to remove it without damaging it.

- Remove nut - 2 -.






Installing

Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following:

Tightening specifications: 25 Nm