Rear Suspension Audi Q5 I

GENERAL REPAIR INFORMATION

When installing waxed components, contact surfaces must be cleaned. Contact surfaces must be free of wax and grease.

Torque specifications for unlubricated bolts and nuts are given.

Always replace self-locking nuts and bolts.

Always replace the bolts and nuts, which are tightened with an additional tightening angle.

Welding or straightening operations are not permitted on load-bearing or wheel-controlling components.

Always avoid the following actions with coil springs: Striking with a hammer, welding beads, applying color identification later.

Do not perform any welding or grinding (separating work) in coil spring or suspension strut area! Cover coil spring or suspension struts if necessary.

When loosening, removing or installing hydraulic, pneumatic or electrical line, always make a sketch or take a picture. Doing so records the original installation locations.

If the cable ties, brackets or mounting elements were removed during the repair procedure, they must be reinstalled at their original location.

Do not let the drive axle hang down. The inner joint could be damaged if it is bent too far.

Vehicles without a drive axle must not be moved, otherwise the wheel bearing will be damaged. If vehicle does have to be moved, always note the following points

Install an outer joint in place of the drive axle.

Tighten the threaded connection between the drive axle and the wheel hub to 200 Nm.

Bonded rubber bushings have a limited range of rotation. Only tighten threaded connections at control arms if vehicle is in curb weight position or control position.

1. Raise the wheel bearing in curb weight position on vehicles with coil springs. Refer to «WHEEL BEARING, WITH COIL SPRING, LIFTING TO CURB WEIGHT POSITION»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension__wheel-bearing-with-coil-spring-lifting) .

If the vehicle must still have an axle alignment, every bolt and nut that must be loosened for adjustment must be tightened to the tightening specification. Tighten the bolts and nuts to the specified additional tightening angle after the alignment/adjustment is complete.

CONTACT CORROSION

Contact corrosion can occur when incorrect fasteners (bolts, nuts, washers, etc.) are used.

For this reason, only fastening elements with a special surface coating are installed.

In addition, rubber and plastic parts and adhesive are of non-conducting materials.

If there are doubts as to whether parts should be reinstalled, install new parts.

Note. Only use genuine Audi replacement parts. They have been checked and are compatible with aluminum. Accessories must be approved by Audi AG. Damage due to contract corrosion is not covered under warranty!

LONGITUDINAL MEMBER THREADS, REPAIRING

It is possible to service the threads of the weld nuts in the longitudinal member depending on certain conditions.

1. Servicing work may only be performed once per thread.
2. If servicing is necessary after this, the nuts must be replaced.
3. Have the thread repair checked by the responsible foreman or next person in charge.
4. Thread insert must be same length as thread in body.
5. Repair any damage to the underbody sealant.

DRIVE AXLE

The wheel bearing must not be under a load while the drive axle threaded connection on the wheel side is loose.

If the bearings are loaded by the vehicle's own weight the wheel bearing will be damaged. This reduces the service life of the wheel bearings. Therefore observe the following

1. Bolt loosening procedure, refer to «THREADED CONNECTION BETWEEN DRIVE AXLE AND WHEEL HUB, LOOSENING AND TIGHTENING»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension__threaded-connection-between-drive-axle-and) .

Vehicles without a drive axle must not be moved, otherwise the wheel bearing will be damaged. If vehicle does have to be moved, always note the following points

Install an outer joint in place of the drive axle.

Tighten the threaded connection between the outer joint and the wheel hub to 200 Nm.

WHEEL BEARING, WITH COIL SPRING, LIFTING TO CURB WEIGHT POSITION

Special tools and workshop equipment required

1. Engine/transmission jack V.A.G 1383 A
2. Tensioning strap T10038
3. Wheel hub support T10149

Note. All bolts at suspension parts with bonded rubber bushings must always be tightened in curb weight position (unloaded condition).

Bonded rubber bushings have a limited range of rotation.

Parts with bonded rubber bushings must therefore be brought into a position that corresponds to the position in driving mode before being tightened (curb weight position).

Otherwise, the bonded rubber bushing will be stressed resulting in a shortened service life.

By raising appropriate suspension using V.A.G 1383 A and T10149, this position can be simulated on the hoist.

Before starting the work, take measurement -a-, for example, with a tape measure, from the center of the wheel to the lower edge of the wheel housing.

Scheme 1

Note. Measurement must be performed in curb weight position (unloaded condition).

Note measured value. It will be required for tightening bolts/nuts.

Remove the wheel.

Turn the wheel hub until one of the holes for the wheel bolts is on top.

Install T10149 with wheel bolt on wheel hub.

Note. Tightening of the respective bolts/nuts must only occur if dimension -a-, measured before installation between wheel hub center and lower edge of wheel house, has been attained.

Using V.A.G 1383 A, lift wheel bearing housing until dimension -a- is reached.

Scheme 2

Tighten respective bolts/nuts.

Lower wheel bearing housing.

Remove V.A.G 1383 A under vehicle.

Remove T10149.

Scheme 3

1. Bolt 70 Nm + 180° turn Always replace if removed. Must be tightened in the curb weight position. Refer to «WHEEL BEARING, WITH COIL SPRING, LIFTING TO CURB WEIGHT POSITION»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension__wheel-bearing-with-coil-spring-lifting) .
2. Securing Clip
3. Left Rear Level Control System Sensor -G76- The only sensors that may be installed must be the same type. Complete with components. The sensor lever points toward the outside Replace in vehicle. Refer to «LEVEL CONTROL SYSTEM SENSOR»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension__level-control-system-sensor) . Check the basic setting for the headlamp adjustment after loosening. Refer to «[For engine(s) CAEB, CALB] Diagnosis and Testing»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/exterior-lights/#exterior-lights-switches) . The control position must be "retaught" if the vehicle level sensor has been removed or installed, or if the linkage rod has loosened, in vehicles equipped with electronic damping. Refer to «CONTROL POSITION, PROGRAMMING USING VAS 5051B»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-front/#front-suspension__control-position-programming-using-vas-5051b) . The directional stabilization assistance control module -J759- must be re-calibrated if the control position has been "retaught" in vehicles equipped with lane assist. Refer to «LANE ASSIST CALIBRATION PROCEDURE»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/wheel-tire-system/#wheels-tires-wheel-alignment__lane-assist-calibration-procedure) .
4. Bolt 40 Nm + 90° turn Always replace if removed. Must be tightened in the curb weight position. Refer to «WHEEL BEARING, WITH COIL SPRING, LIFTING TO CURB WEIGHT POSITION»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension__wheel-bearing-with-coil-spring-lifting) .
5. Washer
6. Nut
7. Stabilizer Bar Stabilizer must be removed together with coupling rod. Removing and installing, refer to «STABILIZER BAR COUPLING ROD»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension__stabilizer-bar-coupling-rod) . The rubber bushing and clamp must not be separated from the stabilizer bar.
8. Rubber Bushing Replaced together with the stabilizer bar «SUBFRAME, STABILIZER BAR AND COUPLING ROD ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension) and the clamp. The rubber bushing and clamp must not be separated from the stabilizer bar.
9. Clamp The rubber bushing and clamp must not be separated from the stabilizer bar.
10. Bolt 25 Nm + 90° turn Always replace if removed. Tighten evenly.
11. Bolt 40 Nm + 90° turn Always replace if removed. Must be tightened in the curb weight position. Refer to «WHEEL BEARING, WITH COIL SPRING, LIFTING TO CURB WEIGHT POSITION»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension__wheel-bearing-with-coil-spring-lifting) .
12. Coupling Rod The coupling rod must be removed together with the stabilizer bar. Removing and installing, refer to «STABILIZER BAR COUPLING ROD»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension__stabilizer-bar-coupling-rod) .
13. Nut Always replace if removed.
14. Upper Transverse Link
15. Bolt Tightening specification, refer to «Description and Operation»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/axle-shafts/#rear-final-drive-0bc) or «Description and Operation»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/axle-shafts/#rear-final-drive-0bc) . Installed on AWD vehicles.
16. Rear Bonded Rubber Bushing For the rear final drive mount. Replacing, refer to «REAR BONDED RUBBER BUSHING FOR REAR FINAL DRIVE»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension__rear-bonded-rubber-bushing-for-rear) .
17. Front Bonded Rubber Bushing For the rear final drive mount. Replacing, refer to «FRONT BONDED RUBBER BUSHING FOR REAR FINAL DRIVE»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension__front-bonded-rubber-bushing-for-rear) .
18. Rear Hydraulic Bonded Rubber Bushing For the subframe mounting. Depending on the model, there are different versions. Oil on the bearing is a sign of wear. Replacing, refer to «SUBFRAME BONDED RUBBER BUSHING AND HYDRAULIC BONDED RUBBER BUSHING»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension__subframe-bonded-rubber-bushing-and-hydraulic) . Always replace on both sides.
19. Subframe Removing and installing, refer to «SUBFRAME WITH ATTACHMENTS»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension__subframe-with-attachments) .
20. Bolt 115 Nm + 90° turn Always replace if removed. The bolts must not be loosened or tightened when the springs are installed. Release the coil springs using the spring tensioner before loosening or tightening.
21. Bolt 70 Nm + 180° turn Always replace if removed. Must be tightened in the curb weight position. Refer to «WHEEL BEARING, WITH COIL SPRING, LIFTING TO CURB WEIGHT POSITION»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension__wheel-bearing-with-coil-spring-lifting) .
22. Nut Always replace if removed.
23. Lower Transverse Link
24. Bolt 70 Nm + 180° turn Always replace if removed. Must be tightened in the curb weight position. Refer to «WHEEL BEARING, WITH COIL SPRING, LIFTING TO CURB WEIGHT POSITION»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension__wheel-bearing-with-coil-spring-lifting) .
25. Nut 95 Nm Always replace if removed. Must be tightened in the curb weight position. Refer to «WHEEL BEARING, WITH COIL SPRING, LIFTING TO CURB WEIGHT POSITION»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension__wheel-bearing-with-coil-spring-lifting) .
26. Eccentric Washer
27. Tie Rod Note the installation position. There are versions made of aluminum and steel. A mixed installation is not permitted.
28. Eccentric Bolt
29. Front Bonded Rubber Bushing For the subframe mounting. Different versions. Two different versions were installed during production, a conventional bonded rubber bushing and a hydraulic bonded rubber bushing. Refer to «SUBFRAME, STABILIZER BAR AND COUPLING ROD ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension) . Oil on the hydraulic bonded rubber bushing is a sign of wear. Replacing, refer to «SUBFRAME BONDED RUBBER BUSHING AND HYDRAULIC BONDED RUBBER BUSHING»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension__subframe-bonded-rubber-bushing-and-hydraulic) . Always replace on both sides.
30. Bolt Tightening specification, refer to «Description and Operation»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/axle-shafts/#rear-final-drive-0bc) or «Description and Operation»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/axle-shafts/#rear-final-drive-0bc) . Installed on AWD vehicles.
31. Clip Not installed on all vehicles.
32. Left Stone Deflector Not installed on all vehicles.
33. Rear Final Drive Removing and installing, refer to «Removal and Installation»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/axle-shafts/#rear-final-drive-0bc) or «Removal and Installation»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/axle-shafts/#rear-final-drive-0bc) . Installed on AWD vehicles.
34. Differential Crossmember Removing and installing, refer to «Removal and Installation»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/axle-shafts/#rear-final-drive-0bc) or «Removal and Installation»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/axle-shafts/#rear-final-drive-0bc) . Installed on AWD vehicles. Not installed on vehicles with the Sport differential.
35. Bolt Tightening specification, refer to «Description and Operation»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/axle-shafts/#rear-final-drive-0bc) or «Description and Operation»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/axle-shafts/#rear-final-drive-0bc) . Installed on AWD vehicles
36. Center Stone Deflector Not installed on all vehicles.
37. Right Stone Deflector Not installed on all vehicles.
38. Bolt 9 Nm
39. Bolt 5 Nm

Scheme 4

1. A- Hydraulic bonded rubber bushing.
2. B- Conventional bonded rubber bushing.

Scheme 5

1. Bolt 70 Nm + 180° turn Always replace if removed. Must be tightened in the curb weight position. Refer to «WHEEL BEARING, WITH COIL SPRING, LIFTING TO CURB WEIGHT POSITION»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension__wheel-bearing-with-coil-spring-lifting) .
2. Securing Clip
3. Left Rear Level Control System Sensor -G76- The only sensors that may be installed must be the same type. Complete with components. The sensor lever points toward the outside. Replace in vehicle. Refer to «LEVEL CONTROL SYSTEM SENSOR»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension__level-control-system-sensor) . Check the basic setting for the headlamp adjustment after loosening. Refer to «[For engine(s) CAEB, CALB] Diagnosis and Testing»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/exterior-lights/#exterior-lights-switches) . The control position must be "retaught" if the vehicle level sensor -- has been removed or installed, or if the linkage rod has loosened, in vehicles equipped with electronic damping. Refer to «CONTROL POSITION, PROGRAMMING USING VAS 5051B»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-front/#front-suspension__control-position-programming-using-vas-5051b) . The directional stabilization assistance control module -J759- must be recalibrated if the control position has been "retaught" in vehicles equipped with lane assist. Refer to «LANE ASSIST CALIBRATION PROCEDURE»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/wheel-tire-system/#wheels-tires-wheel-alignment__lane-assist-calibration-procedure) .
4. Subframe
5. Bolt 70 Nm + 180° turn Always replace if removed. Must be tightened in the curb weight position. Refer to «WHEEL BEARING, WITH COIL SPRING, LIFTING TO CURB WEIGHT POSITION»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension__wheel-bearing-with-coil-spring-lifting) .
6. Upper Control Arm Removing and installing, refer to «UPPER TRANSVERSE LINK»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension__upper-transverse-link) .
7. Nut Always replace if removed.
8. Shim
9. Nut 95 Nm Always replace if removed. Must be tightened in the curb weight position. Refer to «WHEEL BEARING, WITH COIL SPRING, LIFTING TO CURB WEIGHT POSITION»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension__wheel-bearing-with-coil-spring-lifting) .
10. Adjustment Bolt
11. Lower Transverse Link Removing and installing, refer to «LOWER TRANSVERSE LINK»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension__lower-transverse-link) .
12. Bolt 120 Nm + 360° turn Always replace if removed. Must be tightened in the curb weight position. Refer to «WHEEL BEARING, WITH COIL SPRING, LIFTING TO CURB WEIGHT POSITION»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension__wheel-bearing-with-coil-spring-lifting) . NOTE: Axle alignment is necessary if the bolt is removed.
13. Upper Spring Seat Spacer Washer
14. Upper Spring Support Only installed on vehicles with heavy duty suspension.
15. Coil Spring Note different types of suspension versions. Refer to «EXPLANATIONS OF PRODUCTION CONTROL NUMBERS»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/wheel-tire-system/#wheels-tires-wheel-alignment__explanations-of-production-control-numbers) . Removing and installing, refer to «COIL SPRING»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension__coil-spring) .
16. Lower Spring Support
17. Coil Spring Stone Deflector
18. Wheel Bearing Housing
19. Spacer Tube Always replace if removed.
20. Nut Always replace if removed. CAUTION: Do not tighten the threaded connection using the nut. NOTE: Axle alignment is necessary if the nut is loosened.
21. Bolt 90 Nm + 90° turn Always replace if removed. Must be tightened in the curb weight position. Refer to «WHEEL BEARING, WITH COIL SPRING, LIFTING TO CURB WEIGHT POSITION»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension__wheel-bearing-with-coil-spring-lifting) .
22. Tie Rod Removing and installing, refer to «TIE ROD»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension__tie-rod) . Pay attention to the installed position. Refer to «TIE ROD»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension__tie-rod) . There are versions made of aluminum and steel. A mixed installation is not permitted.
23. Bolt
24. Eccentric Washer
25. Nut 95 Nm Always replace if removed. Must be tightened in the curb weight position. Refer to «WHEEL BEARING, WITH COIL SPRING, LIFTING TO CURB WEIGHT POSITION»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension__wheel-bearing-with-coil-spring-lifting) .
26. Bolt 70 Nm + 180° turn Always replace if removed. Must be tightened in the curb weight position. Refer to «WHEEL BEARING, WITH COIL SPRING, LIFTING TO CURB WEIGHT POSITION»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension__wheel-bearing-with-coil-spring-lifting) .
27. Nut Always replace if removed.
28. Bolt 9 Nm
29. Bolt 5 Nm

SPRING TENSIONING SYSTEM, CONVERTING

Special tools and workshop equipment required

1. Spring tensioning system VAS 6274
2. Supplementary set VAS 6274/10
3. Audi Q5 supplement set VAS 6274/11

Note. It must only be converted once. It is not necessary to convert back again.

Remove the tensioning system nuts -arrows- (quantity: 6).

Scheme 6

Remove the plate and remove the rods from the tensioning system.

Remove the bolt -arrow- and the previous spring plate -1- with the hole -2- without the counterbore.

Scheme 7

Insert the new plate with the threaded holes supplied with the VAS 6274/10 into the plate so that the "R" and "L" are horizontal.

Scheme 8

Tighten the new bolt -arrow- from the VAS 6274/10. Do not rotate the plate.

Scheme 9

Insert the new spring plate -1- with the hole -3- with the counterbore from the VAS 6274/10.

Insert the new spring plate -1- so the stop -2- aligns with the marking "L".

Tighten the new spring plate -1- with the new bolt from the VAS 6274/10.

Remove the spring plate at the hydraulic cylinder.

Remove the tab -2- and replace with the new tab from the VAS 6274/10.

Scheme 10

Tighten the new tab -1- with the new bolts -1- from the VAS 6274/10

Install the spring plate lightly as far as the stop on the tensioning system and then rotate it back again slightly.

Position the VAS 6274/11-3 on the spring plate.

Insert the rods from the VAS 6274/10 with the long taper -1- into the tensioning system plate.

Scheme 11

Insert the upper rod in the tab -2-.

Position the plate on the rods.

Install the sleeves -2- and -3- from the VAS 6274/10 and install the nuts -1- lightly.

Scheme 12

Position the tensioning system on a level surface and tighten the nuts -arrows-.

Scheme 13

1. Drive Axle Different versions.
2. Backing Plate
3. Bolt Tightening specification, refer to «DRIVE AXLE ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW, WITH 89 MM DIAMETER OUTER CV JOINT AND 100 MM DIAMETER INNER CV JOINT»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension) or «DRIVE AXLE ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW, WITH 94 MM DIAMETER OUTER CV JOINT AND 107 MM DIAMETER INNER CV JOINT»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension) .
4. Upper Control Arm
5. Nut 95 Nm Always replace if removed. Must be tightened in the curb weight position. Refer to «WHEEL BEARING, WITH COIL SPRING, LIFTING TO CURB WEIGHT POSITION»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension__wheel-bearing-with-coil-spring-lifting) .
6. Eccentric Washer
7. Bolt
8. Bracket For the brake hose, brake caliper wiring harness and rear wheel speed sensor -- wiring harness.
9. Bolt 10 Nm
10. Rear ABS Wheel Speed Sensor
11. Bolt 9 Nm
12. Bonded Rubber Mount Cannot be exchanged separately.
13. Ball Bearing CAUTION: Avoid contaminating with dirt and damaging the seal when setting down/storing. Refer to «AVOID CONTAMINATING WITH DIRT AND DAMAGING THE SEAL WHEN SETTING DOWN/STORING.»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension) . Wheel bearing unit, removing and installing «WHEEL BEARING UNIT»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension__wheel-bearing-unit) . wheel bearing unit, servicing, refer to «WHEEL BEARING UNIT»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension) .
14. Wheel Hub CAUTION: Avoid contaminating with dirt and damaging the seal when setting down/storing. Refer to «AVOID CONTAMINATING WITH DIRT AND DAMAGING THE SEAL WHEN SETTING DOWN/STORING.»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension) . Wheel bearing unit, removing and installing, refer to «WHEEL BEARING UNIT»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension__wheel-bearing-unit) . Wheel bearing unit, servicing, refer to «WHEEL BEARING UNIT»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension) .
15. Brake Shield
16. Bolt 10 Nm
17. Brake Disc
18. Bolt 200 Nm + 180° turn Always replace if removed.
19. Bolt 5 Nm
20. Tie Rod There are versions made of aluminum and steel. A mixed installation is not permitted.
21. Bolt 90 Nm + 90° turn Always replace if removed Must be tightened in the curb weight position. Refer to «WHEEL BEARING, WITH COIL SPRING, LIFTING TO CURB WEIGHT POSITION»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension__wheel-bearing-with-coil-spring-lifting) .
22. Bolt 120 Nm + 360° turn Always replace if removed. Must be tightened in the curb weight position. Refer to «WHEEL BEARING, WITH COIL SPRING, LIFTING TO CURB WEIGHT POSITION»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension__wheel-bearing-with-coil-spring-lifting) . NOTE: Axle alignment is necessary if the bolt is removed.
23. Spacer Tube Always replace if removed.
24. Nut Always replace if removed. CAUTION: Do not tighten the threaded connection using the nut. NOTE: Axle alignment is necessary if the nut is loosened.
25. Lower Transverse Link
26. Bonded Rubber Mount Replacing, refer to «WHEEL BEARING HOUSING RUBBER BONDED BUSHING»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension__wheel-bearing-housing-rubber-bonded-bushing) .
27. Wheel Bearing Housing Removing and installing, refer to «WHEEL BEARING HOUSING»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension__wheel-bearing-housing) .
28. Bolt 80 Nm + 90° turn Always replace if removed.
29. Washer Serves as corrosion protection. Always use.
30. Bolt 150 Nm + 180° turn Always replace if removed. Must be tightened in the curb weight position. Refer to «WHEEL BEARING, WITH COIL SPRING, LIFTING TO CURB WEIGHT POSITION»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension__wheel-bearing-with-coil-spring-lifting) .
31. Shock Absorbers Removing and installing, refer to «SHOCK ABSORBER»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension__shock-absorber) .
32. Protective Sleeve
33. Buffer Stop
34. Bolt 50 Nm + 45° turn Always replace if removed.
35. Upper Shock Absorber Mount Installed position, refer to «UPPER SHOCK ABSORBER MOUNT INSTALLATION POSITION»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension) .
36. Nut 35 Nm Always replace if removed.
37. Protective Cap

Scheme 14

1. The wheel bearing -1- must always face up.
2. Always set the wheel bearing down on the wheel hub -2-.

The same procedure also applies to the wheel bearing without a wheel hub.

THREADED CONNECTION BETWEEN DRIVE AXLE AND WHEEL HUB, LOOSENING AND TIGHTENING

Special tools and workshop equipment required

1. Torque wrench V.A.G 1576
2. Angle wrench V.A.G 1756

Loosening

With vehicle still standing on its wheels, loosen bolt a maximum of 90°, otherwise wheel bearing will be pre-damaged.

Lift the vehicle just enough so that the wheels are hanging free.

Operate brake (second mechanic required).

Remove bolt -arrow-.

Scheme 15

Tightening

Replace bolt -arrow-.

Note. Before installing, clean the threads in the CV joint with a tap. Wheels must not yet touch the ground to tighten the drive axle, wheel bearing may otherwise be damaged.

Operate brake (second mechanic required).

Tighten bolt to 200 Nm.

Lower the vehicle onto its wheels.

Tighten bolt an additional 180°.

Scheme 16

1. Bolt 200 Nm + 180° turn Always replace if removed. Follow the assembly information when loosening and tightening. Refer to «THREADED CONNECTION BETWEEN DRIVE AXLE AND WHEEL HUB, LOOSENING AND TIGHTENING»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension__threaded-connection-between-drive-axle-and) .
2. Outer CV Joint Exterior diameter: 89 mm Replace only as complete unit. Checking, refer to «OUTER CV JOINT, CHECKING»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension__outer-cv-joint-checking) . Driving off, refer to «89 MM OR 94 MM OUTER CV JOINT»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension__89-mm-or-94-mm-outer) . Installing: Drive onto shaft using plastic hammer until compressed circlip seats. Circlip must lie in joint chamfer when guiding in, guide with pliers if necessary. Grease quantity and type, refer to «GREASE QUANTITY AND TYPE»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension) «GREASE QUANTITY AND TYPE»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension__grease-quantity-and-type) . The protective boot/outer CV joint sealing surfaces must be free of grease when installing. When installing joint on axle shaft, splines on axle shaft must be lightly coated with grease used in joint.
3. Securing Ring Always replace if removed. Allocation. insert into ring groove of shaft before installation (not visible on installed joint).
4. Dished Washer
5. Clamp Always replace if removed. Tensioning, refer to «TIGHTENING HOSE CLAMP ON OUTER JOINT»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension__tightening-hose-clamp-on-outer-joint) .
6. CV Boot for Outer CV Joint Without ventilation bore. Check for tears and chafing; replace if necessary. In case of damage, check outer CV joint. Refer to «OUTER CV JOINT, CHECKING»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension__outer-cv-joint-checking) . The protective boot/outer CV joint sealing surfaces must be free of grease when installing. The protective boot/drive axle sealing surfaces must be free of grease when installing.
7. Clamp Always replace if removed. Tensioning, refer to «TIGHTENING HOSE CLAMP ON OUTER JOINT»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension__tightening-hose-clamp-on-outer-joint) .
8. Drive Axle Allocation. Removing and installing, refer to «DRIVE AXLE»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension) .
9. Clamp Always replace if removed. Tensioning, refer to «TIGHTENING CLAMPS ON INNER JOINT»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension__tightening-clamps-on-inner-joint) .
10. Protective Boot for Inner CV Joint with Cap Without ventilation bore. Carefully remove the cap using a drift, replace if damaged. In case of damage, check inner CV joint. Refer to «INNER CV JOINT, CHECKING»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension__inner-cv-joint-checking) . The sealing surfaces on the protective boot/inner CV joint must be free of grease when installing. The protective boot/drive axle sealing surfaces must be free of grease when installing. Before mounting on the CV joint, coat the sealing surface with sealant «100 MM OR 107 MM INNER CV JOINT»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension__100-mm-or-107-mm-inner) . Align the cap with the threaded holes.
11. Backing Plate
12. Bolt M8 20 Nm + 90° turn Always replace if removed.
13. Dished Washer
14. Inner CV Joint Exterior diameter: 100 mm. Replace only as complete unit. Checking, refer to «INNER CV JOINT, CHECKING»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension__inner-cv-joint-checking) . Grease quantity and type, refer to «GREASE QUANTITY AND TYPE»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension__grease-quantity-and-type) . The adhesive surfaces on the cover/inner CV joint and protective boot/inner CV joint must be free of grease when installing. When installing joint on axle shaft, splines on axle shaft must be lightly coated with grease used in joint.
15. Gasket Always replace if removed. The adhesive surface on the CV joint must be free of oil and grease.
16. Securing Ring Remove and install with commercially-available circlip pliers. Always replace if removed.
17. Cover Carefully remove the cover using a drift, replace if damaged. The sealing surfaces on the cover/inner CV joint must be free of grease when installing. Align cover to bolt holes.

GREASE QUANTITY AND TYPE

Grease joint when replacing CV boot.

Pack the joint with grease.

Note. Note that the outer and inner joints use different types of grease.

Scheme 17

1. Cover Carefully remove the cover using a drift, replace if damaged. The adhesive surfaces on the cover/inner CV joint must be free of grease when installing. Before mounting on the CV joint, coat the sealing surface with sealant. Refer to «100 MM OR 107 MM INNER CV JOINT»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension__100-mm-or-107-mm-inner) .
2. Securing Ring Remove and install with commercially-available circlip pliers. Always replace if removed.
3. Inner CV Joint Exterior diameter: 107 mm. Replace only as complete unit. Checking, refer to «INNER CV JOINT, CHECKING»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension__inner-cv-joint-checking) . Grease quantity and type, refer to «GREASE QUANTITY AND TYPE»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension) . The adhesive surfaces must be free of oil and grease. When installing joint on axle shaft, splines on axle shaft must be lightly coated with grease used in joint.
4. Protective Boot for Inner CV Joint with Cap Without ventilation bore. Carefully remove the cap using a drift, replace if damaged. In case of damage, check inner CV joint. Refer to «INNER CV JOINT, CHECKING»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension__inner-cv-joint-checking) . The sealing surfaces on the cap/inner CV joint must be free of grease when installing.
5. Backing Plate
6. Bolt M 10 70 Nm Always replace if removed.
7. Clamp Always replace if removed. Tensioning, refer to «TIGHTENING CLAMPS ON INNER JOINT»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension__tightening-clamps-on-inner-joint) .
8. Drive Axle Removing and installing, refer to «DRIVE AXLE»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension) .
9. Clamp Always replace if removed. Tensioning, refer to «TIGHTENING HOSE CLAMP ON OUTER JOINT»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension__tightening-hose-clamp-on-outer-joint) .
10. CV Boot for Outer CV Joint Without ventilation bore. Check for tears and chafing; replace if necessary. In case of damage, check outer CV joint. Refer to «OUTER CV JOINT, CHECKING»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension__outer-cv-joint-checking) . The protective boot/metal cap sealing surfaces must be free of grease when installing. The protective boot/drive axle sealing surfaces must be free of grease when installing.
11. Clamp Always replace if removed. Tensioning, refer to «TIGHTENING HOSE CLAMP ON OUTER JOINT»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension__tightening-hose-clamp-on-outer-joint) .
12. Securing Ring Always replace if removed. Allocation. Insert before mounting in ring groove (not visible with joint installed). Before installing CV joint, align sealing ring in center with opening facing upward.
13. Outer CV Joint Exterior diameter: 94 mm Replace only as complete unit. Checking, refer to «OUTER CV JOINT, CHECKING»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension__outer-cv-joint-checking) . Driving off, refer to «89 MM OR 94 MM OUTER CV JOINT»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension__89-mm-or-94-mm-outer) . Installing: Drive onto shaft using plastic hammer until compressed circlip seats. Circlip must lie in joint chamfer when guiding in, guide with pliers if necessary. Grease quantity and type, refer to «GREASE QUANTITY AND TYPE»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension) . The protective boot/outer CV joint sealing surfaces must be free of grease when installing. When installing joint on axle shaft, splines on axle shaft must be lightly coated with grease used in joint.
14. Bolt 200 Nm + 180° turn Always replace if removed. Follow the assembly information when loosening and tightening. Refer to «THREADED CONNECTION BETWEEN DRIVE AXLE AND WHEEL HUB, LOOSENING AND TIGHTENING»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension__threaded-connection-between-drive-axle-and) .

Grease joint when replacing CV boot.

Pack the joint with grease.

Note. Note that the outer and inner joints use different types of grease.

FASTENER TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS

OUTER CV JOINT, CHECKING

The outer CV joint and cap cannot be disassembled.

The outer CV joint and cap can be only be inspected visually.

The grease still in the joint must be free of water and dirt.

If wear or damage is found on the ball journal surfaces, then the entire outer CV joint and cap must be replaced.

Grease capacities and types, drive axle with 88 mm or 100 mm outer constant velocity joint, refer to GREASE QUANTITY AND TYPE .

INNER CV JOINT, CHECKING

The joint must be disassembled to replace dirty grease or for checking the balls and ball tracks for wear and damage.

Disassembling

Note. Ball hub and joint are paired and should be identified before removal. Do not interchange cage allocation.

Swing ball hub and ball cage.

Scheme 18

Press joint piece out in -direction of arrow-.

Press balls out of cage.

Flip out ball hub from ball cage via running path of ball -arrows-.

Scheme 19

Check joint piece, ball hub, ball cage and balls for small broken off depressions (pitting build-up) and chafing.

Note. Excessive backlash in joint will be noticed as a knock during load changes. Joint must be replaced in such cases. Flattening and running marks of balls are no reason to replace joint.

Assembling

Insert ball hub into ball cage via two chamfers. The installation position is at random. Press balls into cage.

Scheme 20

Insert hub with cage and balls upright into joint piece.

Scheme 21

1. When inserting, make sure that in each case the wide gap -a- at joint piece contacts narrow gap -b- at hub after swinging in.
2. Chamfer on inner diameter of wheel hub (splines) must face toward drive axle.

Swing in ball hub, to do so swing out hub far enough from cage -arrows- so that the balls have the distance of the running paths.

Scheme 22

Swing in hub with balls by pressing forcefully onto cage -arrow-.

Scheme 23

CV Joint, Checking for Function

CV joint is properly assembled, if ball hub can be slid back and forth by hand over whole compensation length.

Press grease into joint body.

Grease capacities and types, drive axle with 100 mm inner constant velocity joint, refer to GREASE QUANTITY AND TYPE .

Grease capacities and types, drive axle with 107 mm inner constant velocity joint, refer to GREASE QUANTITY AND TYPE .

SUBFRAME WITH ATTACHMENTS

Special tools and workshop equipment required

1. Torque wrench V.A.G 1331
2. Torque wrench V.A.G 1332
3. Engine/transmission jack V.A.G 1383 A with universal transmission support V.A.G 1359/2
4. Tensioning strap T10038

Removing

Note. For later assembling work where the drive axle to wheel hub threaded connection must be loosened, note that it must not be done while the vehicle is resting on its wheels. Loosen the connection between the drive axle and wheel hub. Refer to THREADED CONNECTION BETWEEN DRIVE AXLE AND WHEEL HUB, LOOSENING AND TIGHTENING .

Before starting work, determine dimension -a- from the center of the wheel to the lower edge of the wheel housing while the vehicle is resting on its wheels.

Place the vehicle on a hoist.

Remove wheels.

Remove coil springs. Refer to COIL SPRING .

Remove the rear muffler. Refer to [For engine(s) CAEB] Removal and Installation or to [For engine(s) CALB] Removal and Installation .

Applies to Vehicles with AWD

Scheme 24

Remove the driveshaft from the rear final drive. Refer to Removal and Installation or Removal and Installation .

Secure the driveshaft -3- to the body. Refer to -2- using a wire -1-.

Move rear driveshaft tube as far as possible in direction of transmission.

If the vehicles as a sport differential, remove the bolts -arrows- and remove the bracket -1- from the rear final drive.

Scheme 25

Note. Mark the connectors -2- for the oil pressure/temperature sensor -- and on the clutch valves --.

Mark the connectors -2- on the oil pressure/temperature sensors -- and on the clutch valves --.

Disconnect the connector -4- from the AWD pump -V415-.

Unclip the wiring harness -3- from the final drive and the subframe -5 through 7- and tie it up.

Continuation for All

Scheme 26

Remove the left and right bolt -2- and the bracket with wires -1-.

Release the connector -1- from the left ABS wheel speed sensor -G46- and right ABS wheel speed sensor -G44- and remove it.

Scheme 27

Disconnect the right and left electro-mechanical parking brake connectors -3-.

Remove the left and right bolt -2- and the bracket with wires -6-.

Disconnect the connector -5- from the Left Rear Level Control System Sensor -G76- and, if equipped, from the Right Rear Level Control System Sensor -G77-.

Remove left wiring harness -4-, and if equipped, the right one as well and expose.

If the vehicle has electronically controlled damping, disconnect the connector on the shock absorber and free up the wiring harness.

Release the retaining tabs -A- and remove the stone deflector -2-.

Scheme 28

Remove the bolt -2- and washer -1-.

Scheme 29

Disconnect the connectors -1-.

Scheme 30

Remove the brake caliper. Refer to Removal and Installation .

Guide the brake caliper past the wheel suspension and secure it on the body so the weight of the caliper does not stress or damage the brake hose or line.

Attach the upper transverse link to the wheel bearing housing by hand -1-.

Remove the cover -1- and -2-. Refer to Removal and Installation .

Scheme 31

Remove the wheel spoiler. Refer to Removal and Installation .

Install the stone deflectors -1-, -2- and -3-, if applicable.

Scheme 32

Place the V.A.G 1383 A with the V.A.G 1359/2 under the subframe and secure it using the T10038.

Scheme 33

Where installed, support the rear final drive -1- using a suitable wood block -2-.

Support front of subframe with a suitable wood block -4- under crossmember -3-.

Secure the T10038 under the driveshaft and around the subframe and guide it behind the rear final drive.

Route the T10038 under the V.A.G 1359/2 and tighten it.

Remove the left and right bolt -1-.

Scheme 34

Remove bolts -Arrows-.

Scheme 35

1. Before lowering the subframe, make sure all the electrical wiring connections have been disconnected and removed.

Carefully lower subframe with components. Be careful of the brake caliper and its lines.

Installing

Install in reverse order of removal. Pay attention to the following

Tightening specifications, refer to SUBFRAME, STABILIZER BAR AND COUPLING ROD ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW .

Tightening specifications, refer to WHEEL BEARING HOUSING, WHEEL BEARING UNIT AND COIL SPRING SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW .

Note. Bonded rubber bushings have a limited range of rotation. Therefore, do not pull the threaded connections on the wheel suspension tightly until the vehicle is positioned in the curb weight or control position. Raise the wheel bearing in curb weight position on vehicles with coil springs. Refer to WHEEL BEARING, WITH COIL SPRING, LIFTING TO CURB WEIGHT POSITION .

The center of the subframe mount holes must be aligned to the bolting points on the body.

Align the subframe to the fuel tank so that dimension -a- on vehicles without a stone deflector is 19 mm and dimension -b- on vehicles with a stone deflector is 14 mm.

Scheme 36

Note. Only install the coil springs when the subframe bolts have been tightened to the specification.

Tighten the front wheels. Refer to Specifications .

Axle alignment required; see table. Refer to WHEEL ALIGNMENT .

SUBFRAME BONDED RUBBER BUSHING AND HYDRAULIC BONDED RUBBER BUSHING

Special tools and workshop equipment required

1. Torque wrench V.A.G 1332
2. Engine-/transmission jack V.A.G 1383 A with universal transmission support V.A.G 1359/2
3. Hydraulic cylinder VAS 6178
4. Pneumatic/hydraulic foot pump VAS 6179
5. Assembly tool T10205
6. Subframe support assembling device T10263
7. Subframe support assembling device T40033
8. Subframe support assembling device T40185
9. Subframe support assembling device 3346
10. Subframe support assembling device 3301

Note. If a bonded rubber bushing is faulty, then the bonded rubber bushing on the opposite side must also be replaced. Check the other bushings before replacing a faulty bonded rubber bushing. If cracks, oil leaks or other damage is visible, this bonded rubber bushing must also be replaced. Two different front bonded rubber bushings were installed during production, a conventional bushing and a hydraulic bushing. Refer to SUBFRAME, STABILIZER BAR AND COUPLING ROD ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW

Place the vehicle on a hoist.

Remove wheels.

Remove coil springs. Refer to COIL SPRING .

Note. In order to replace the rubber bonded bushing, the subframe must be lowered either at the front or at the rear. It is not necessary to remove the subframe. Lower the subframe alternating between the front and rear. This avoid having to perform an axle alignment. Do not lower the subframe more then 4 cm. Identify mounting location to subframe before removing the bonded rubber bushing.

Replacing the Front Bonded Rubber Bushing or the Front Hydraulic Bonded Rubber Bushing

Applies to All

Remove the cover -1- and -2-. Refer to Removal and Installation .

Remove the wheel spoiler. Refer to Removal and Installation .

Place V.A.G 1383 A with V.A.G 1359/2 -1- under the subframe.

Scheme 37

Place a wood block -2- under the subframe -1-.

Remove the left and right bolt -1-.

Install the removed bolt -1- into the body on the opposite of the bonded rubber bushing to be removed as illustrated.

Scheme 38

Note. Install screw -1- only until dimension -a- 4 cm is reached.

Lower the subframe 4 cm only.

Carefully pry anti-twist mechanism -1- off the bonded rubber bushing with a screwdriver near the retaining tab. Do this in several steps alternating from side to side.

Scheme 39

Applies to a Hydraulic Bonded Rubber Bushing

Scheme 40

Remove the plastic insert -1- upward as illustrated.

Applies to All

Scheme 41

Mark the installation position of the bonded rubber bushing or the hydraulic bonded rubber bushing on the subframe -arrows-.

If necessary, the support -arrow- with the >>small<< interior diameter must be removed from the VAS 6178 and the Support T10205/13 for that installed.

Scheme 42

Place the tools on the front bonded rubber bushing as shown in the illustration.

Scheme 43

1. Nut T10263/5
2. Thrust piece T40185/5. The opening faces the rubber bonded bushing.
3. Subframe
4. Support Ring T40185/6. The conical side must face upward and the ribs must fit into the openings in the rubber bonded bushing.
5. Tube T40033/3
6. Support ring T10205/4
7. VAS 6178
8. Nut T10263/5
9. Spindle T10263/4. The spindle pins face downward.

Scheme 44

The anti-twist mechanism (aluminum) -1- is perpendicular to direction of travel. The -arrow- points in driving direction.

Scheme 45

1. Before installing the front bushing, carefully pry anti-twist mechanism -1- off the bushing with a screwdriver near the retaining tabs -arrows-. Do this in several steps alternating from side to side.

Place the tools on the front bonded rubber bushing as shown in the illustration.

Scheme 46

1. Nut T10263/5
2. Thrust piece T40185/4
3. Subframe
4. Bonded rubber bushing or the hydraulic bonded rubber bushing
5. Thrust piece T40185/3
6. Support ring T10205/4
7. VAS 6178
8. Nut T10263/5
9. Spindle T10263/4. The spindle pins face downward.

Align the bonded rubber bushing with the markings made previously and push it in until the collar comes in contact with the bushing in the subframe >>without any gaps<<. Tension and re-press over cylinder several times if necessary. While pulling in, make sure the bonded rubber bushing does not cant, otherwise outer ring could be damaged.

The ends of the rubber bead on the bonded rubber bushing must align with the markings -arrows- on the subframe.

Note. After replacing the bearing, fix any paint damage on the subframe with corrosion protection, primer and black top coat.

Attach the anti-twist mechanism to the bushing.

Further installation is in the reverse sequence to removal.

Replacing the Rear Hydraulic Bonded Rubber Bushing

Scheme 47

Loosen the nuts on both rear muffler brackets but only as far as to where the thread begins.

Place V.A.G 1383 A with V.A.G 1359/2 -1- under the subframe.

Place a wood block -2- under the subframe -1-.

Remove the rear subframe bolts.

Scheme 48

Install the spindle 3346/2 and 3301 and support arm bearing installation tool 3346/3 approximately 1.5 cm into the body on the opposite side of the bonded rubber bushing to be replaced as illustrated.

1. 3301
2. 3346/3
3. 3346/2

Note. Turn 3346/3 on the 3346/2 until dimension -a- 4 cm is reached.

Lower the subframe 4 cm only.

Carefully pry the anti-twist mechanism -1- off the hydraulic bonded rubber bushing with a screwdriver near the retaining tab. Do this in several steps alternating from side to side.

Scheme 49

Remove the plastic insert -1- upward as illustrated.

Scheme 50

Mark the installation position of the hydraulic bonded rubber bushing on the subframe -arrows-, e.g. with a felt-tip marker.

If necessary, the support -arrow- with the >>small<< interior diameter must be removed from the VAS 6178 and the T10205/13 for that installed.

Place the tools on the rear hydraulic bonded rubber bushing as shown in the illustration.

Scheme 51

1. Nut T10263/5
2. Thrust piece T40185/5. The opening faces the rubber bonded bushing.
3. Subframe
4. Support Ring T40185/6. The conical side must face upward and the ribs must fit into the openings in the bushing.
5. Tube T40033/3
6. Support ring T10205/4
7. VAS 6178
8. Nut T10263/5
9. Spindle T10263/4. The spindle pins face downward.

The anti-twist mechanism (aluminum) -1- is perpendicular to direction of travel. The -arrow- points in driving direction.

1. Before installing the front hydraulic bonded rubber bushing, carefully pry the anti-twist mechanism -1- off the bushing with a screwdriver near the retaining tab -arrows-. Do this in several steps alternating from side to side.

Place the tools on the rear hydraulic bonded rubber bushing as shown in the illustration.

Scheme 52

1. Nut T10263/5
2. Thrust piece T40185/4
3. Subframe
4. Hydraulic bonded rubber bushing
5. Thrust piece T40185/3
6. Support ring T10205/4
7. VAS 6178
8. Nut T10263/5
9. Spindle T10263/4. The spindle pins face downward.

Align the hydraulic bonded rubber bushing with the markings and push it in until the collar comes in contact with the bushing in the subframe >>without any gaps<<. Tension and re-press over cylinder several times if necessary. While pulling in, make sure the hydraulic bonded rubber bushing does not cant, otherwise outer ring could be damaged.

The ends of the rubber bead on the bonded rubber bushing must align with the markings -arrows- on the subframe.

Note. After replacing the bearing, fix any paint damage on the subframe with corrosion protection, primer and black top coat.

Attach the anti-twist mechanism to the hydraulic bonded rubber bushing.

Further installation is in the reverse sequence to removal.

FRONT BONDED RUBBER BUSHING FOR REAR FINAL DRIVE

Special tools and workshop equipment required

1. Torque wrench VA.G 1332
2. Engine-/transmission jack V.A.G 1383 A with universal transmission support V.A.G 1359/2
3. Hydraulic cylinder VAS 6178
4. Pneumatic/hydraulic foot pump VAS 6179
5. Subframe support assembling device T10205
6. Subframe support assembling device T10254
7. Subframe support assembling device T40033
8. Subframe support assembling device 3346
9. Subframe support assembling device T40186

Removing

Place the vehicle on a hoist.

Remove coil springs. Refer to COIL SPRING .

Note. To replace the rubber bonded bushing, lower the front of the subframe. It is not necessary to remove the subframe.

Replacing the Front Rubber Bonded Bushing

Remove the cover -1- and -2-. Refer to Removal and Installation .

Remove the wheel spoiler. Refer to Removal and Installation .

Remove the stone protection plate -2-, where applicable.

Place V.A.G 1383 A with V.A.G 1359/2 -1- under the subframe.

Place a wood block -2- under the subframe -1-.

Remove the left and right bolt -1-.

Install the right and left bolts previously removed -1- into the body as illustrated.

Note. Install screw -1- only until dimension -a- 4 cm is reached.

Remove bolt -2-.

Scheme 53

Lower the subframe 4 cm only.

Push the final drive upward over the driveshaft -1-. While doing this, install the press piece T40186/1 and the spindle T10254/5 and nut T10254/4 (a 2nd technician is necessary).

4 - T10254/5. The spindle pins face downward.

5 - T10254/4

6 - T40186/1

When removing or installing the rubber bonded bushing, make sure the spindle -4- does not contact the threaded hole -3- in the final drive.

When drilling through the inner core of the bonded rubber bushing, it is possible the T10254/5 may not be drilled all the way through, if so, it must be drilled again.

Note. Drill several times in steps using a different drill bit diameter each time. While drilling, make sure drill does not damage the threaded hole -3- in the final drive; if necessary place a suitable object in between.

Position the drill -1- on the bonded rubber bushing -2- as illustrated and drill the hole in several steps.

Scheme 54

Step 1 - 11 mm drill bit

Step 2 - 11.5 mm drill bit

Step 3 - 12 mm drill bit

If necessary, remove the T10205/13 and in its place install the support with the >>small<< inner diameter -arrow- from the VAS 6178.

Place the tools on the front bonded rubber bushing as shown in the illustration.

Scheme 55

1. Nut T10254/4
2. Thrust piece T40186/1
3. Subframe
4. Tube T40033/3
5. Support ring T10205/4
6. VAS 6178
7. Nut T10254/4
8. Spindle T10254/5. The spindle pins face downward.

Installing

Install in reverse order of removal. Pay attention to the following

1. Before installing the bonded rubber bushing, make sure the T10254/5 is able to fit through the hole in the inner core of the bushing. When drilling through the inner core of the bonded rubber bushing, it is possible the T10254/5 may not be drilled all the way through, if so, it must be drilled again.

Gently pre-load the bonded rubber bushing -2- with cover horizontally in the vice clamp as illustrated -1-. Be sure not to damage the outer layer of the bonded rubber bushing.

Scheme 56

Position the drill -3- on the bonded rubber bushing -2- as illustrated and drill the hole in several steps.

Step 1 - 11 mm drill bit

Step 2 - 11.5 mm drill bit

Step 3 - 12 mm drill bit

Make a continuous marking -arrow- straight to the grooves.

Scheme 57

a- = 90°

Note. Marking is needed to align bearing with subframe. When pulling in the bearing, the grooves are masked by the tool.

Install the rubber bonded bushing with the marking -arrow- into the subframe so that the marking points exactly in the driving direction.

Place the tools on the front bonded rubber bushing as shown in the illustration.

Scheme 58

1. Nut T10254/4
2. Thrust piece T40033/7
3. Subframe
4. Bonded rubber mount
5. Thrust pad T40186/3
6. Support ring T10205/4
7. VAS 6178
8. Nut T10254/5
9. Spindle T10254/4. The spindle pins face downward.

Pull bearing into subframe until stop.

Check for paint damage on the subframe.

Note. If paint damage has occurred during bearing replacement, repair using corrosion protection, primer and black top coat.

Further installation is in the reverse sequence to removal.

REAR BONDED RUBBER BUSHING FOR REAR FINAL DRIVE

Special tools and workshop equipment required

1. Subframe support assembling device 3301
2. Subframe support assembling device 3346
3. Subframe support assembling device T40185
4. Torque wrench V.A.G 1332
5. Engine/transmission jack V.A.G 1383 A with Universal Transmission Support V.A.G 1359/2

Removing

Remove rear final drive. Refer to Removal and Installation or Removal and Installation .

Loosen the nuts on both rear muffler brackets but only as far as to where the thread begins.

Place V.A.G 1383 A with V.A.G 1359/2 under the subframe.

Place a suitable squared-off piece of lumber under the subframe.

Remove the rear subframe bolts.

Install the spindle 3346/2, the assembly tool 3301 and the nut 3346/3 approximately 1.5 cm as illustrated.

1. 3301
2. 3346/3
3. 3346/2

Note. Turn 3346/3 on the 3346/2 until dimension -a- 4 cm is reached.

Lower the subframe only 4 cm.

Attach the tools to the sub frame as illustrated.

Scheme 59

1. Tube T40185/1. Side "A" must face the subframe.
2. 3301
3. Nut 3346/3
4. Spindle T40185/9
5. Subframe
6. Bonded rubber mount
7. Tube T40185/7. The "open" side faces up.

Turn the 3346/3 and counterhold the T40185/9 and removed the bearing from the subframe.

Installing

Install in reverse order of removal. Pay attention to the following

Note the installation position for the rubber bonded bushing.

The arrows on the back of the rubber bonded bushing must point up or down.

Scheme 60

Attach the tools and the bonded rubber bushing to the subframe as illustrated.

Scheme 61

1. Tube T40185/2. Side "A" must face the subframe.
2. 3301
3. Nut 3346/3
4. Spindle T40185/9
5. Subframe
6. Bonded rubber mount
7. Thrust pad T40185/8

Turn the 3346/3 and counterhold the T40185/9 and install the bearing all the way into the subframe.

Note. If paint damage has occurred during bearing replacement, repair using corrosion protection, primer and black top coat.

STABILIZER BAR COUPLING ROD

Special tools and workshop equipment required

1. Torque wrench V.A.G 1331

Removing

Before starting work, determine dimension -a- from the center of the wheel to the lower edge of the wheel housing while the vehicle is resting on its wheels.

Place the vehicle on a hoist.

Remove wheels.

Remove the exhaust system rear muffler, depending on the type of engine. Refer to [For engine(s) CAEB] Removal and Installation or to [For engine(s) CALB] Removal and Installation .

Remove the right and left bolt -4-.

Scheme 62

The stabilizer bar -4- is completely removed and installed with the rubber bushings -1- and clamps -3-. Do not remove the clamps and rubber bushings.

Scheme 63

Remove the left and right bolts -2- and the stabilizer bar -4- and coupling rods.

Detach the coupling rod from the stabilizer bar and remove it.

Installing

Install in reverse order of removal. Pay attention to the following

Tightening specifications, refer to SUBFRAME, STABILIZER BAR AND COUPLING ROD ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW .

Note. Bonded rubber bushings have a limited range of rotation. Therefore, do not pull the threaded connections on the wheel suspension tightly until the vehicle is positioned in the curb weight or control position. Raise the wheel bearing in curb weight position on vehicles with coil springs; refer to WHEEL BEARING, WITH COIL SPRING, LIFTING TO CURB WEIGHT POSITION .

Attach the coupling rod to the stabilizer bar and tighten the threaded connection hand tight.

Insert the stabilizer bar and tighten the right and left bolts -4- so that they are still loose.

Install the left and right bolts -2- so that they are still loose.

Then tighten the left and right bolts -2- evenly.

Tighten the left and right bolt -1- and nut -3-.

Tighten the left and right bolts -4-.

Axle alignment required; see table. Refer to WHEEL ALIGNMENT .

Tighten the front wheels. Refer to Specifications .

LOWER TRANSVERSE LINK

Special tools and workshop equipment required

1. Torque wrench V.A.G 1331
2. Torque wrench V.A.G 1332

Removing

Determine dimension -a- from the center of the wheel to the lower edge of the wheel housing before starting work while the vehicle is resting on its wheels.

Place the vehicle on a hoist.

Remove the wheel.

Remove coil spring. Refer to COIL SPRING .

On vehicles with a level control system sensor -1-, remove the bolt -2-.

Scheme 64

Remove bolt -4-.

Remove nut -3-.

Scheme 65

Remove the bolt -1- and the spacer tube -2-.

Note. Axle alignment is necessary if the nut -3- is loosened or the bolt -1- is removed.

Remove bolt -1-.

Scheme 66

Remove the nut -3- and bolt -2-.

Remove lower transverse link.

Installing

Install in reverse order of removal. Pay attention to the following

Tightening specifications, refer to UPPER TRANSVERSE LINK, TIE ROD, COIL SPRING, LOWER CONTROL ARM AND LEVEL CONTROL SYSTEM SENSOR ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW .

Note. Bonded rubber bushings have a limited range of rotation. Therefore, do not pull the threaded connections on the wheel suspension tightly until the vehicle is positioned in the curb weight or control position. Raise the wheel bearing in curb weight position on vehicles with coil springs. Refer to WHEEL BEARING, WITH COIL SPRING, LIFTING TO CURB WEIGHT POSITION .

Insert the lower control arm and install the bolt -1- loosely.

Note. To make sure there is enough clearance to tighten the bolt -2-, the trim and the wheel spoiler must be removed. Refer to Removal and Installation .

Install the bolt -2- and install the nut -3- loosely.

Insert the bolt -1- with the spacer tube -2- and install the nut -3- loosely.

Tighten the bolt -1-.

Tighten the rest of the threaded connections.

Install coil spring. Refer to COIL SPRING .

Tighten the front wheels. Refer to Specifications .

Axle alignment is required, see Table. Refer to WHEEL ALIGNMENT .

Perform a headlamp basic setting on vehicles with automatic range control. Refer to [For engine(s) CAEB, CALB] Diagnosis and Testing .

If the vehicle level sensor was removed and installed on a vehicle with electronically controlled damping or if the linkage was loosened, the control position must be reprogrammed. Refer to CONTROL POSITION, PROGRAMMING USING VAS 5051B .

The directional stabilization assistance control module -J759- must be re-calibrated if the control position has been "retaught" in vehicles equipped with lane assist. Refer to LANE ASSIST CALIBRATION PROCEDURE .

UPPER TRANSVERSE LINK

Special tools and workshop equipment required

1. Torque wrench V.A.G 1332

Note. Due to the inaccessibility of the inner threaded connection -1-, the upper control arm can only be removed when the subframe has been removed.

Removing

Determine dimension -a- from the center of the wheel to the lower edge of the wheel housing before starting work while the vehicle is resting on its wheels.

Place the vehicle on a hoist.

Remove wheels.

Remove subframe. Refer to SUBFRAME WITH ATTACHMENTS .

Mark the position of the eccentric bolt -2- the wheel bearing housing, for example using a felt-tip pen.

Scheme 67

Separate connections -1- and -2-.

Remove upper transverse link -3-.

Installing

Note. Replace the bolts and the self-locking nuts.

Installation position of the upper transverse link on the subframe

Install the upper control arm -3- on the threaded connection -1- by hand.

Lay a ruler or straight edge -1- flat against the upper control arm -arrows-.

Scheme 68

Position the upper control arm -2- so dimension a = 8 mm +/- 1 mm between the straight edge -1- and the stamping burr on the upper control arm -2-.

Tighten the upper control arm -3- on the subframe in this position.

Screw wheel bearing housing on control arm and tighten new nut to 20 Nm. Note the installation position of the centering washer -2-.

Install subframe. Refer to SUBFRAME WITH ATTACHMENTS .

Loosen the threaded connection -1-.

Lift the wheel bearing hub into curb weight position and tighten the threaded connection -1-. Refer to WHEEL BEARING, WITH COIL SPRING, LIFTING TO CURB WEIGHT POSITION .

Tightening specifications, refer to UPPER TRANSVERSE LINK, TIE ROD, COIL SPRING, LOWER CONTROL ARM AND LEVEL CONTROL SYSTEM SENSOR ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW .

Tighten the front wheels. Refer to Removal and Installation .

Perform an axle alignment. Refer to WHEEL ALIGNMENT .

TIE ROD

Special tools and workshop equipment required

1. Torque wrench V.A.G 1332
2. Ring spanner insert AF 21 T40183
3. No illustration, commercially available pawl with fine gear

Removing

Determine dimension -a- from the center of the wheel to the lower edge of the wheel housing before starting work while the vehicle is resting on its wheels.

Place the vehicle on a hoist.

Remove the wheel.

Remove the bolt -4-.

Scheme 69

Mark the position of the bolt -1- to the subframe -2-.

Remove the nut and the bolt -1-.

Remove tie rod -5-.

Installing

Install in reverse order of removal. Pay attention to the following

Tightening specifications, refer to UPPER TRANSVERSE LINK, TIE ROD, COIL SPRING, LOWER CONTROL ARM AND LEVEL CONTROL SYSTEM SENSOR ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW .

Note. Bonded rubber bushings have a limited range of rotation. Therefore, do not pull the threaded connections on the wheel suspension tightly until the vehicle is positioned in the curb weight or control position. Raise the wheel bearing in curb weight position on vehicles with coil springs. Refer to WHEEL BEARING, WITH COIL SPRING, LIFTING TO CURB WEIGHT POSITION .

Insert the tie rod -5-.

Scheme 70

The marking -3- (one on the >>head of the T<<) on the tie rod -5- must be on the out the outer side pointing forward, as illustrated.

First insert the bolt -1- completely and then align it according the marking.

Insert and tighten the bolt -4-.

Install the bolt -1- by hand. Tighten the bolt nut -1- to the tightening specification only after measuring the axle alignment.

Tighten the front wheels. Refer to Specifications .

Axle alignment required; see table. Refer to WHEEL ALIGNMENT .

COIL SPRING

Special tools and workshop equipment required

1. Pneumatic/hydraulic foot pump VAS 6179
2. Spring tensioning system VAS 6274
3. Supplementary set VAS 6274/10
4. Audi Q5 supplement set VAS 6274/11

Note. Additional tools from VAS 6274/10 and VAS 6274/11 will be needed later.

1. pressure plate with pivot bearing VAS 6274/11-1, anti-twist mechanism with elongated holes VAS 6274/11-5 and spacer VAS 6274/11-4
2. pressure plate with securing plate VAS 6274/11-2, anti-twist mechanism with guide bolts VAS 6274/11-6 and spacer VAS 6274/11-4
3. screws for the anti-twist mechanism bracket, contained in the Audi Q5 supplement set VAS 6274/11
4. Spindle VAS 6274/10-4
5. Sleeve
6. pistons VAS 6274/4 - not illustrated

Before starting, align the anti-twist mechanisms -1- and the spacers -2- on the thrust plates -3- near the markings -A- -arrow- as illustrated and then tighten them with the screws supplied.

Scheme 71

1. Top figure: VAS 6274/11-6, bottom figure: VAS 6274/11-5
2. VAS 6274/11-4
3. Top figure: VAS 6274/11-2, bottom figure: VAS 6274/11-1

Removing

Place the vehicle on a hoist.

Remove wheels.

Slide the securing lever back in the -direction of the arrow- if necessary.

Scheme 72

Note. This and the following illustrations show the procedure without the stone deflector.

Mount the VAS 6274/11-2, the VAS 6274/11-6 and the VAS 6274/11-4 from outside as high as possible in the coil spring and position them between the lower transverse link and the tie rod.

Scheme 73

Note. If it is not possible to install the VAS 6274/11-2, the VAS 6274/11-6 and the VAS 6274/11-4 because there is not enough space, the tools must be taken apart, installed individually and assembled in their final installation position.

Install the VAS 6274/4 -2- and the VAS 6274/5 -3- in the pressure plate. Slide the locking lever on the pressure plate back toward the outside (open).

Press the locking lever in the -direction of the arrow- to secure the piston.

Turn the VAS 6274/11-2, the VAS 6274/11-6 and the VAS 6274/11-4 all the way up.

Install the VAS 6274/11-1, the VAS 6274/11-5 and the VAS 6274/11-4 from the inside as far down as possible in the coil spring between the lower transverse link and the tie rod. Move the stone protection plate to the side if necessary.

Scheme 74

Note. If it is not possible to install the VAS 6274/11-1, the VAS 6274/11-5 and the VAS 6274/11-4 because there is not enough space, the tools must be taken apart, installed individually and assembled in their final installation position.

Rotate the pressure plate with pivot bearing all the way down.

The anti-twist mechanism bracket -2- must be located between the tie rod and the lower transverse link.

Coat the front area of the VAS 6274/10-4 lightly with the appropriate grease.

Scheme 75

1. Tube of grease from the VAS 6274 or VAS 6274/10.
2. VAS 6274/10-4

Install the VAS 6274/10-4 -1- and the socket VAS 6274/6 -2- by hand.

Scheme 76

1. VAS 6274/10-4
2. VAS 6274/6

Attach the locking devices -1- and -2- on both pressure plates to each other.

Scheme 77

Install the screws -3- from the VAS 6274/11 by hand.

Lightly tension the pressure plates using the VAS 6274/10-4.

Check to see if both coil springs are seated correctly in the pressure plates.

Note. The anti-twist mechanism bracket must be positioned between the lower transverse line and the tie rod when the coil spring is being tensioned.

Tension the coil spring using the VAS 6274/6 -3-. If necessary, use the VAS 6274/7 on the bracket -arrow-.

Scheme 78

1. VAS 6274/11-2, VAS 6274/11-6 and VAS 6274/11-4
2. VAS 6274/11-1, VAS 6274/11-5 and VAS 6274/11-4
3. VAS 6274/6

Tension coil spring -1- just enough until it is possible to remove stone protection plate -3- and lower spring support -2-. Use a screwdriver -1- to tension the spring further.

Scheme 79

Scheme 80

Remove the coil spring forward and down.

If this step is not possible because there is not enough space even though the coil spring is sufficiently pretensioned, a second technician will be needed to pull the suspension down slightly.

Releasing the Coil Spring in the VAS 6274

Turn the spindle -1- back slightly but do not remove it all the way. The spindle -1- must not project over the end of the coil spring -2-.

Scheme 81

Insert the pre-tensioned coil into the VAS 6274.

Insert the left coil spring on the spring plate -1- so the stop -2- aligns with the marking "L". Only applies to the left coil spring.

Scheme 82

For the right coil spring, the stop -2- must align with the "R" marking.

Position the bottom side of the end of the left coil spring in the VAS 6274 at the "L" marking -arrow-.

Scheme 83

Position the bottom side of the end of the right coil spring in the VAS 6274 at the "R" marking.

On a left coil spring the anti-twist mechanisms -2- face the >>10 o'clock position<< and on the right coil spring the >>2 o'clock<< position. The right side is shown in the -illustration-.

Scheme 84

Release the coil spring using the VAS 6274/6. Release the tension at the same time using the VAS 6274 and VAS 6179.

After the tension has been released on the coil spring, remove the VAS 6274/10-4 -3-.

Remove the screws for the anti-twist mechanism bracket and remove the VAS 6274/11-1, the VAS 6274/11-5 and the VAS 6274/11-4.

Slide the locking lever -1- back.

Scheme 85

Remove the VAS 6274/4 -2- and the VAS 6274/5 -3- and remove the VAS 6274/11-2, the VAS 6274/11-6 and the VAS 6274/11-4 from the coil spring.

Release the coil spring completely.

Installing

Install in reverse order of removal. Pay attention to the following

It takes more than 4 turns to tension the coil spring with the pressure plates.

Insert the bottom side of the coil spring in the VAS 6274.

Install the lower spring end (identified with the color points) on the left coil spring in the VAS 6274 on the "L" marking -arrow- in the spring plate.

Install the lower spring end (identified with the color points) on the right coil spring in the VAS 6274 on the "R" marking in the spring plate.

Install the VAS 6274/11-2, the VAS 6274/11-6 and the VAS 6274/11-4 and then install the VAS 6274/4 -2- together with the VAS 6274/5 -3-.

Secure the piston -2- with the securing lever -1-.

Install the VAS 6274/11-1, the VAS 6274/11-5 and the VAS 6274/11-4 -5-.

Scheme 86

Install the locking device bolts -7- loosely.

Install the VAS 6274/10-4 -6-.

Install the sleeve -4- all the way.

Applies to the Left Coil Spring

Tighten the locking device bolts -7- lightly by hand. Align the anti-twist mechanism and pressure plates in the VAS 6274 so that the left coil spring points in the >>10 o'clock<< position (refer to the position in the -illustration- from the right). While doing this make sure the lower end of the coil spring fits into the spring plate -2- on the "L" marking.

Tighten the coil spring using the VAS 6274/6 -3-. Tighten at the same time using the VAS 6274 and VAS 6179.

Applies to the Right Coil Spring

Scheme 87

Tighten the locking device bolts -7- lightly by hand. Align the anti-twist mechanism and pressure plates in the VAS 6274 so that the right coil spring points in the >>2 o'clock<< position (refer to the position in the -illustration- from the left). While doing this make sure the lower end of the coil spring fits into the spring plate -2- on the "R" marking.

Tighten the coil spring using the VAS 6274/6 -3-. Tighten at the same time using the VAS 6274 and VAS 6179.

Applies to Both Coil Springs

The anti-twist mechanisms -2- point to the >>10 o'clock position<< on the left coil spring and to the >>2 o-clock position<< on the right coil spring (note the position in the -illustration- on the right).

Scheme 88

When tightening using the spindle -3-, make sure the sleeve -4- does not slip out of the VAS 6274/11-1.

Release the VAS 6274 and remove the coil spring with the tensioner.

Tension the coil spring -2- slightly using spindle -1- if necessary.

Spindle -1- must only project far enough over coil spring -2- that the upper spring support can still rest completely on the coil spring.

Position the coil spring with the lower spring plate -3- and stone deflector -1- on the wheel bearing housing -2-.

Scheme 89

Make sure the upper spring support is installed.

Insert the lower spring plate with the pins -arrow A- in the wheel bearing housing hole -arrow B-.

Scheme 90

Install the coil spring -1- in the lower spring plate -2- as far as the stop.

Then release the coil spring.

Tighten the front wheels. Refer to Specifications .

Axle alignment required; see table. Refer to WHEEL ALIGNMENT .

Note. If one or both coil springs have been replaced, it is necessary to adapt the control position in vehicles equipped with electronically controlled damping and to check the basic setting of the headlamp. Refer to CONTROL POSITION, PROGRAMMING USING VAS 5051B

The control position must be "retaught" if the vehicle level sensor has been removed or installed, or if the linkage rod has loosened, in vehicles equipped with electronic damping. Refer to CONTROL POSITION, PROGRAMMING USING VAS 5051B .

The directional stabilization assistance control module -J759- must be recalibrated if the control position has been "retaught" in vehicles equipped with lane assist. Refer to LANE ASSIST CALIBRATION PROCEDURE .

LEVEL CONTROL SYSTEM SENSOR

General Information

Vehicles with electronically controlled damping and/or HID headlamps have standard automatic headlamp range control. Refer to [For engine(s) CAEB, CALB] General Information .

To function properly, the electronically controlled damping and automatic headlamp range control system need information about compression travel or rebound travel at the front and rear axles.

For this, the position of the left/right lower transverse link in relation to the body is transferred via a coupling rod to Left Rear Level Control System Sensor -G76- and Right Rear Level Control System Sensor -G77-. These transmit electrical signals to the Electronic Damping Control Module -J250- and/or Left/Right High-intensity Gas Discharge Lamp Control Module -J343/344-.

Left/right high-intensity gas discharge lamp control module, servicing, refer to [For engine(s) CAEB, CALB] Removal and Installation .

At the front axle, these signals are transmitted from the Left Front Level Control System Sensor -G78- and Right Front Level Control Sensor -G289- to the electronic damping control module and/or the left/right high-intensity gas discharge lamp control module.

These signals are required for determining vehicle level.

The headlamp range control responds automatically to changes in the vehicle level.

The vehicle level can change in the following situations

1. Trailer Mode.
2. Different load conditions; vehicle empty, vehicle partially or fully loaded.

Note. Programming the control position and checking the headlamp basic setting is always necessary in vehicles with electronically controlled damping if

1. The lower transverse link has been removed and reinstalled or replaced.
2. The upper transverse link was removed and installed or replaced.
3. The subframe was replaced.
4. Installation work has been performed on the level control system sensor.
5. The level control system sensor has been replaced.
6. The coil springs were replaced.
7. The level control system sensor coupling rod threaded connection was loosened at the lower transverse link.

Headlamp basic setting, refer to [For engine(s) CAEB, CALB] Diagnosis and Testing .

If the vehicle has electronically controlled damping, then the control position must be programmed. Refer to CONTROL POSITION, PROGRAMMING USING VAS 5051B .

The directional stabilization assistance control module -J759- must be re-calibrated if the control position has been "retaught" in vehicles equipped with lane assist; refer to LANE ASSIST CALIBRATION PROCEDURE .

Replacing

Remove the wheel.

Disconnect the harness connector -3-.

Scheme 91

Remove the bolt -1-.

Remove screws -2-. Do not bend upper retaining plate when doing so.

Remove level control system sensor.

Note. The only sensors that may be installed must be the same type.

Adapt replacement part accordingly and install.

Install the bolts -2-. Do not bend upper retaining plate when doing so.

Note. Hold Level Control System Sensor securely when tightening screws -2-.

Sensor lever must point outward.

Install the bolt -1-.

Connect the connector -3-.

Tightening specifications, refer to UPPER TRANSVERSE LINK, TIE ROD, COIL SPRING, LOWER CONTROL ARM AND LEVEL CONTROL SYSTEM SENSOR ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW .

Perform headlamp basic setting. Refer to [For engine(s) CAEB, CALB] Diagnosis and Testing .

If the vehicle level sensor was removed and installed on a vehicle with electronically controlled damping or if the linkage was loosened, the control position must be reprogrammed. Refer to CONTROL POSITION, PROGRAMMING USING VAS 5051B .

The directional stabilization assistance control module -J759- must be re-calibrated if the control position has been "retaught" in vehicles equipped with lane assist. Refer to LANE ASSIST CALIBRATION PROCEDURE .

WHEEL BEARING HOUSING

Special tools and workshop equipment required

1. Torque wrench V.A.G 1332
2. Torque wrench V.A.G 1410

Removing

Determine dimension -a- from the center of the wheel to the lower edge of the wheel housing before starting work while the vehicle is resting on its wheels.

Place the vehicle on a hoist.

Loosen the connection between the drive axle and wheel hub. Refer to THREADED CONNECTION BETWEEN DRIVE AXLE AND WHEEL HUB, LOOSENING AND TIGHTENING .

Remove the wheel.

Release the connector -1- from the rear speed sensor and remove it.

Disconnect the electromechanical parking brake connector -3-.

Remove the bolt -2- and the bracket with lines -6-.

Remove brake caliper and brake disc. Refer to Removal and Installation .

Secure the brake caliper to the body so that the weight of the caliper does not stress or damage the brake hose or brake line.

Remove the bolts -1- and the brake shield -2-.

Scheme 92

Remove the rear speed sensor -1-. Remove bolt -2- to do so.

Scheme 93

Remove coil spring. Refer to COIL SPRING .

Mark the position of the bolt -1- to the wheel bearing housing -2-.

Scheme 94

Remove the nut -4- and the eccentric washer -3-.

Remove the bolt -1-.

Remove the bolt -4-.

Release the retaining tabs -A- and remove the stone deflector -2-.

Remove the bolt -2- and washer -1-.

Remove nut -3-.

Remove the bolt -1- and the spacer tube -2-.

Note. Axle alignment is necessary if the nut -3- is loosened or the bolt -1- is removed.

Tip the wheel bearing housing to the side and remove the drive axle from it.

Remove wheel bearing housing.

Wheel bearing unit, removing WHEEL BEARING UNIT .

Installing

Install in reverse order of removal. Pay attention to the following

Tightening specifications, refer to WHEEL BEARING HOUSING, WHEEL BEARING UNIT AND COIL SPRING SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW .

Note. Bonded rubber bushings have a limited range of rotation. Therefore, do not pull the threaded connections on the wheel suspension tightly until the vehicle is positioned in the curb weight or control position. Wheel bearing, lifting to curb weight position on vehicles with coil springs, refer to WHEEL BEARING, WITH COIL SPRING, LIFTING TO CURB WEIGHT POSITION .

Install wheel bearing housing.

Insert the bolt -1- with the spacer tube -2- and install the nut -3- loosely.

Tighten the bolt -1-.

Install coil spring. Refer to COIL SPRING .

Install the brake caliper and disc. Refer to Removal and Installation .

Install the rear speed sensor. Refer to Removal and Installation .

Install wheel.

Tighten the front wheels. Refer to Specifications .

Tighten the drive axle to wheel hub threaded connection. Refer to THREADED CONNECTION BETWEEN DRIVE AXLE AND WHEEL HUB, LOOSENING AND TIGHTENING .

Axle alignment required; see table. Refer to WHEEL ALIGNMENT .

The axle alignment on the front and rear axles must be performed on a VW/Audi approved alignment rack.

WHEEL BEARING UNIT

Removing

Remove wheel bearing housing. Refer to WHEEL BEARING HOUSING .

Clamp the wheel bearing housing in a vise with aluminum protective covers.

Scheme 95

Remove the bolts -1- and the wheel bearing unit -2-.

The wheel bearing -1- must always face up.

Always set the wheel bearing unit down on the wheel hub -2-.

The same procedure also applies to the wheel bearing without a wheel hub.

Installing

Install in reverse order of removal. Pay attention to the following

Tightening specifications, refer to WHEEL BEARING HOUSING, WHEEL BEARING UNIT AND COIL SPRING SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW .

WHEEL BEARING HOUSING RUBBER BONDED BUSHING

Special tools and workshop equipment required

1. Pressure plate VW 401
2. Pressure plate VW 402
3. Punch VW 408 A
4. Punch VW 411
5. Shop press V.A.G 1290 A
6. Subframe support assembling device T40184

REMOVING

Remove wheel bearing housing. Refer to WHEEL BEARING HOUSING .

In order to remove the rubber bonded bushing, thrust plate T40184/2 -3- must be mounted on the rubber bonded bushing in such a way that lugs -2- fit into grooves -4-.

Scheme 96

Place the tools on the bonded rubber bushing and the wheel bearing housing as illustrated.

Scheme 97

1. VW 411
2. Thrust plate T40184/2.
3. Wheel Bearing Housing
4. Sleeve T40184/1. The side with the groove must face the wheel bearing housing. On a bonded rubber bushing with a "positioning tab", this is in the groove on the T40184/1.

Press out the bonded rubber mount.

INSTALLING

Install the rubber bonded bushing into the sleeve T40184/3. The "thin" collar -arrow- must face upward.

In order to install the rubber bonded bushing, T40184/2 -3- must be mounted on the rubber bonded bushing in such a way that lugs -2- fit into grooves -4-.

Press the rubber bonded bushing all the way onto the thrust plates -1- and -6-.

Scheme 98

1. VW 401. Order as illustrated.
2. T40184/3
3. Bonded rubber mount
4. VW 408 A
5. T40184/2
6. VW 402. Order as illustrated.

Then slightly pull apart the thrust plates -1- and -6-.

Press the rubber bonded bushing approximately 2 mm out of the T40184/3.

Scheme 99

a- = 2 mm

Pull off the VW 408 A and install the VW 411.

Mount the wheel bearing housing onto the V.A.G 1290 A.

Mount the rubber bonded bushing (not shown in the illustration), pressure plate -3- and sleeve -1- on the wheel housing bearing.

Scheme 100

1. Sleeve T40184/5
2. VW 411
3. T40184/2. Pay attention to the installation position on the bonded rubber bushing.

Place the tools on the bonded rubber bushing and the wheel bearing housing -3- as illustrated.

Scheme 101

Slowly press the rubber bonded bushing in (not shown in the illustration) until the sleeve -2- can be pulled out at the top.

1. VW 411
2. T40184/3
3. Wheel Bearing Housing
4. T40184/1. The side with the groove must face the wheel bearing housing. On a bonded rubber bushing with a "positioning tab", this is in the groove on the T40184/1.
5. VW 402

Ignore item -3-.

Scheme 102

Slowly press the rubber bonded bushing -2- so that it is even with the edge -arrow- of the wheel bearing housing.

Install wheel bearing housing. Refer to WHEEL BEARING HOUSING .

SHOCK ABSORBER

Special tools and workshop equipment required

1. Torque wrench V.A.G 1331
2. Torque wrench V.A.G 1332
3. Engine/transmission jack V.A.G 1383 A
4. Wheel hub support T10149

Removing

Determine dimension -a- from the center of the wheel to the lower edge of the wheel housing before starting work while the vehicle is resting on its wheels.

Place the vehicle on a hoist.

Remove the wheel.

Turn the wheel hub up until a wheel bold hole is on top.

Install the T10149 with the wheel bolt -arrow

Scheme 103

Insert the T10149 in the V.A.G 1383 A and lift the wheel bearing housing slightly.

Remove bolts -1-.

Applies to a Vehicle with Electronically Controlled Damping

Scheme 104

Release and remove the connector -2-.

Remove the fastener -1-.

Continuation for All Vehicles

Release the retaining tabs -A- and remove the stone deflector -2-.

Remove the bolt -2- and washer -1-.

Remove the shock absorber downward.

Installing

Install in reverse order of removal. Pay attention to the following

Tightening specifications, refer to WHEEL BEARING HOUSING, WHEEL BEARING UNIT AND COIL SPRING SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW .

Note. Bonded rubber bushings have a limited range of rotation. Therefore, do not pull the threaded connections on the wheel suspension tightly until the vehicle is positioned in the curb weight or control position. Wheel bearing, lifting to curb weight position on vehicles with coil springs, refer to WHEEL BEARING, WITH COIL SPRING, LIFTING TO CURB WEIGHT POSITION .

Tighten the wheels. Refer to Specifications .

Removing

Loosen the connection between the drive axle and wheel hub. Refer to THREADED CONNECTION BETWEEN DRIVE AXLE AND WHEEL HUB, LOOSENING AND TIGHTENING .

Remove the wheel.

Remove coil spring. Refer to COIL SPRING .

Remove the rear muffler. Refer to [For engine(s) CAEB] Removal and Installation or to [For engine(s) CALB] Removal and Installation .

Remove rear final drive. Refer to Removal and Installation or Removal and Installation .

Remove the rear speed sensor -1-. Remove bolt -2- to do so.

Remove the drive axle toward the inside.

Installing

Install in reverse order of removal. Pay attention to the following

Tightening specifications, refer to DRIVE AXLE ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW, WITH 89 MM DIAMETER OUTER CV JOINT AND 100 MM DIAMETER INNER CV JOINT .

Tightening specifications, refer to DRIVE AXLE ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW, WITH 94 MM DIAMETER OUTER CV JOINT AND 107 MM DIAMETER INNER CV JOINT .

Install rear final drive. Refer to Removal and Installation or Removal and Installation .

Install the exhaust system rear muffler. Refer to [ [For engine(s) CAEB] Removal and Installation or to [For engine(s) CALB] Removal and Installation .

Install coil spring. Refer to COIL SPRING .

Install the rear speed sensor. Refer to Removal and Installation .

Tighten the wheels. Refer to Specifications .

Tighten the drive axle to wheel hub threaded connection. Refer to THREADED CONNECTION BETWEEN DRIVE AXLE AND WHEEL HUB, LOOSENING AND TIGHTENING .

Scheme 105

1. Stone Protection Plate
2. 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»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension__shock-absorber) . Note different types of suspension versions, see vehicle data plate. Refer to «EXPLANATIONS OF PRODUCTION CONTROL NUMBERS»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/wheel-tire-system/#wheels-tires-wheel-alignment__explanations-of-production-control-numbers) . Faulty shock absorbers must be vented and emptied before disposal. Refer to «REAR GAS-FILLED STRUT, VENTING»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/manual-power-steering/#general-technical-data-suspension-wheels-steering__rear-gas-filled-strut-venting) . Check removed shock absorber. Refer to «SHOCK ABSORBERS, REMOVED, CHECKING»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/manual-power-steering/#general-technical-data-suspension-wheels-steering__shock-absorbers-removed-checking) .
3. Washer Always use.
4. Protective Tube
5. Buffer Stop
6. Upper Shock Absorber Mount Installed position. Refer to «UPPER SHOCK ABSORBER MOUNT INSTALLATION POSITION»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension) .
7. Nut 35 Nm Always replace if removed. Loosening and tightening, refer to «LOOSENING AND TIGHTENING THE NUT»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension) .
8. Cover

Special tools and workshop equipment required

1. Torque wrench V.A.G 1332
2. Shock absorber set T10001

Scheme 106

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

Scheme 107

Install the upper shock absorber mount so it is rotated 90° to the lower shock absorber mount.

Special tools and workshop equipment required

1. Pressure plate VW 401
2. Pressure plate VW 402
3. Punch VW 412
4. Subframe support assembling device T10230
5. Separating device Kukko 15/3 with 17/3

1. Wheel bearing housing removed. Refer to «WHEEL BEARING UNIT»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/suspension-rear/#rear-suspension__wheel-bearing-unit) .

Wheel Hub, Removing from Wheel Bearing

Scheme 108

Install special tools as shown in illustration.

1. VW 412
2. Sleeve T10230/8 from the T10230
3. Thrust piece T10230/3 from the T10230
4. Wheel bearing unit
5. VW 402
6. VW 401

Press the wheel hub out of the wheel bearing.

Scheme 109

Insert the separating tool between the bearing inner race -1- and the wheel hub -2- and pretension with the spindle.

Note. Use a commercially available separating tool such as the Kukko 15/3 with 17/3.

Install special tools as shown in illustration.

Scheme 110

1. VW 412
2. Sleeve T10230/8 from the T10230
3. Thrust piece T10230/3 from the T10230
4. Wheel hub
5. Bearing inner race
6. Kukko 15/3 with 17/3

Press the bearing inner race from the hub.

Pressing Wheel Hub into Wheel Bearing

The wheel bearing -1- must always face up.

Always set the wheel bearing unit down on the wheel hub -2-.

Install special tools as shown in illustration.

Scheme 111

1. VW 412
2. VW 402
3. Wheel hub
4. Ball bearing
5. VW 401

Note. The reworked surface on the wheel bearing outer race faces down.

Press the wheel hub into the wheel bearing.

Install wheel bearing unit. Refer to WHEEL BEARING UNIT .

89 MM OR 94 MM OUTER CV JOINT

Special tools and workshop equipment required

1. CV joint boot clamp tool 3340
2. CV joint boot clamp tool V.A.G 1682
3. Torque wrench V.A.G 1331
4. Circlip pliers (commercially-available)
5. Copper or brass drift
6. Sealant.

Removing

Scheme 112

Secure the drive axle with protective covers in a vise clamp.

Open the clamps.

Slide back protective boot.

Drive CV joint from drive axle using a drift -A-.

Drift -A- must be installed exactly on the triple roller star of the CV joint.

Remove the dished washer.

Remove joint and protective joint boot.

Scheme 113

Remove the circlip -1-.

Installing

Push the joint protective boot and a new clamp onto the drive axle.

Note. Joints and protective joint boots must be free of grease.

Position the joint protective boot between the -arrows- into the groove -2-.

1 - Circlip (snap ring), always replace.

2 - Positioning groove, push the joint protective boot into the groove until it engages.

Push the dished washer onto the drive axle, where applicable.

Scheme 114

Outer Constant Velocity Joint, 89 mm

Place 70 grams of drive axle grease evenly into the joint.

Outer Constant Velocity Joint, 94 mm

Place 80 grams of drive axle grease evenly into the joint.

Continuation for Both Constant Velocity Joints

Scheme 115

Before installing joint piece, splines -A- must be lightly coated with grease used in joint.

Insert sealing ring in groove on shaft.

Slide on CV joint up to sealing ring.

Scheme 116

Align sealing ring at center with opening upward -see arrows-.

Install the old drive axle bolt in the joint as shown in the illustration.

Scheme 117

Drive joint onto drive axle with plastic hammer until circlip engages.

Install the joint protective boot onto the metal cap.

Bleed protective joint boot.

Tension clamps on outer joint.

TIGHTENING HOSE CLAMP ON OUTER JOINT

Applies to the small and large clamps.

Depending on the version of the clamp, use the following tools

Mount and tension stainless steel clamps using V.A.G 1682 as illustrated.

Scheme 118

When doing this, make sure that edges of clamping pliers are seated in corners -arrows B- of clamp.

Tighten the clamp by turning the spindle using a torque wrench (do not tilt the pliers).

1. A stainless steel clamp must be used due to the hardness of the CV boot material (compared to rubber). This clamp can only be tensioned using the V.A.G 1682.
2. Tightening specifications: 20 Nm.
3. Use torque wrench with 5 to 50 Nm range (e.g. V.A.G 1331).
4. make sure the spindle threads on the pliers -A- move freely. Grease with MoS 2 grease if necessary.
5. If the thread is tight e.g. dirty, the required tensioning force for the hose clamp will not be achieved in spite of correct torque specification settings.

Mount and tension the clamp with the retaining tabs using 3340 as illustrated.

Scheme 119

Engage the clamp at the first catch by hand.

Close the clamp using 3340.

100 MM OR 107 MM INNER CV JOINT

Special tools and workshop equipment required

1. Pressure plate VW 401
2. Pressure plate VW 402
3. Punch VW 408 A
4. Sleeve-press tool VW 522
5. Circlip pliers (commercially-available)
6. Copper or brass drift
7. Sealant.

Scheme 120

Secure the drive axle with protective covers in a vise clamp.

Drive cover down with copper or brass drift.

Drive cap down with copper or brass drift.

Scheme 121

Only open and remove the "small" protective boot clamp.

Remove circlip.

Scheme 122

Press inner CV joint off of drive axle with the tool shown in illustration.

Scheme 123

1. VW 401 or VW 402
2. VW 408 A

Remove the disk spring from the shaft, where applicable.

Remove the CV joint boot from the drive axle.

Slide the protective joint boot with the "small" clamp onto the drive axle.

Push the dished washer onto the drive axle, where applicable.

Before installing joint piece, splines -A- must be lightly coated with grease used in joint.

Secure the drive axle with protective covers in a vise clamp.

Scheme 124

Carefully position the joint on the profile shaft using the VW 522 and install it all the way using a hammer.

1. Protective covers
2. Inner CV joint
3. VW 522

The chamfer on inner diameter of ball hub (splines) must face and the contact collar on the drive axle.

Install a new circlip.

Check circlip for correct seating.

Add half of the drive axle grease into the joint on the boot side before installing the joint protective boot.

Lubricate the contact surface on the cover.

Applies to the 100 mm Diameter Inner CV Joint

Scheme 125

Apply sealant - hatched surface - to clean surface on inner side of protective joint boot cap.

Apply 2 - 3 mm diameter unbroken bead of sealant.

The inner sealant bead runs near the holes -arrow-.

Sealant.

Continuation for Both Constant Velocity Joints

Scheme 126

Note. Protective boot and cap contact surfaces must be free of grease!

Align cap with bolts -arrows- with bolt holes.

Note. It must be aligned exactly because it cannot be aligned after driving on.

Drive cover on with a plastic hammer.

Clear away leaking sealing immediately.

Apply the rest of the drive axle grease through the ball paths into the CV joint.

Applies to the 100 mm Diameter Inner CV Joint

Remove any grease on the cover contact surface and on the CV joint.

Install a new seal on the clean adhesive surface on the CV joint -arrow-.

Applies to the 107 mm Diameter Inner CV Joint

Remove any grease on the cover contact surface and on the CV joint.

Apply sealant -hatched area- to the clean surface in the inside of the cover.

Apply 2 - 3 mm diameter unbroken bead of sealant.

The inner sealant bead runs near the holes -arrow-.

Sealant.

Continuation for Both Constant Velocity Joints

Scheme 127

Align cap with bolts -arrows- with bolt holes.

Note. It must be aligned exactly because it cannot be aligned after driving on.

Drive cover on with a plastic hammer.

Clear away leaking sealing immediately.

Joints and protective joint boots must be free of grease.

Position the joint protective boot between the -arrows- into the groove -2-.

1 - ignore

2 - Positioning groove, push the joint protective boot into the groove until it engages.

Make sure the protective boot is seated on the drive axle correctly.

Tightening clamps on inner joint

TIGHTENING CLAMPS ON INNER JOINT

Note. When install the large clamps, make sure the seal is between the two holes.

Depending on the version of the clamp, use the following tools

Special tools and workshop equipment required

1. CV joint boot clamp tool 3340
2. CV joint boot clamp tool V.A.G 1682
3. Torque wrench V.A.G 1331

Mount and tension stainless steel clamps using V.A.G 1682 as illustrated.

Scheme 128

Use V.A.G 1682 as shown in illustration. When doing this, make sure that edges of clamping pliers are seated in corners -arrows B- of clamp.

Tighten the clamp by turning the spindle using a torque wrench -C- (do not tilt the pliers).

1. A stainless steel clamp must be used due to the hardness of the CV boot material (compared to rubber). This clamp can only be tensioned using the V.A.G 1682.
2. Tightening specifications: 20 Nm.
3. Use torque wrench with 5 to 50 Nm range (e.g. V.A.G 1331).
4. make sure the spindle threads on the pliers -A- move freely. Grease with MoS 2 grease if necessary.
5. If the thread is tight e.g. dirty, the required tensioning force for the hose clamp will not be achieved in spite of correct torque specification settings.

Mount and tension the clamp with the retaining tabs using 3340 as illustrated.

Engage the clamp at the first catch by hand.

Close the clamp using 3340.

SPECIAL TOOLS

Special tools and workshop equipment required

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1. Engine-/transmission jack V.A.G 1383 A with universal transmission support V.A.G 1359/2
2. Tensioning strap T10038
3. Torque wrench V.A.G 1410
4. Torque wrench V.A.G 1576
5. Angle wrench V.A.G 1756
6. Spring tensioning system VAS 6274
7. Supplementary set VAS 6274/10
8. Audi Q5 supplement set VAS 6274/11
9. Hydraulic cylinder VAS 6178
10. Pneumatic/hydraulic foot pump VAS 6179
11. Subframe support assembling device T10205
12. Subframe support assembling device T10263
13. Subframe support assembling device T40033
14. Subframe support assembling device T40185
15. Subframe support assembling device 3346
16. Subframe support assembling device 3301
17. Subframe support assembling device T10254
18. Subframe support assembling device T40186
19. Ring spanner insert AF 21 T40183
20. Pressure plate VW 401
21. Pressure plate VW 402
22. Punch VW 408 A
23. Punch VW 411
24. Shop press V.A.G 1290 A
25. Subframe support assembling device T40184
26. Shock absorber set T10001
27. Punch VW 412
28. Subframe support assembling device T10230
29. 3- Separating device Kukko 15/3 with 17/3
30. CV joint boot clamp tool 3340
31. CV joint boot clamp tool V.A.G 1682
32. Sleeve-press tool VW 522

Scheme 161

Special tools and workshop equipment required

1. Torque wrench V.A.G 1331
2. Torque wrench V.A.G 1332
3. Engine-/transmission jack V.A.G 1383 A with universal transmission support V.A.G 1359/2
4. Wheel hub support T10149

See also:
• [For engine(s) CAEB, CALB] Diagnosis and Testing
• CONTROL POSITION, PROGRAMMING USING VAS 5051B
• LANE ASSIST CALIBRATION PROCEDURE
• Description and Operation
• EXPLANATIONS OF PRODUCTION CONTROL NUMBERS
• [For engine(s) CALB] Removal and Installation
• Removal and Installation
• Removal and Installation
• Specifications
• WHEEL ALIGNMENT
• Removal and Installation
• Removal and Installation
• REAR GAS-FILLED STRUT, VENTING
• SHOCK ABSORBERS, REMOVED, CHECKING
• WHEEL BEARING, WITH COIL SPRING, LIFTING TO CURB WEIGHT POSITION
• THREADED CONNECTION BETWEEN DRIVE AXLE AND WHEEL HUB, LOOSENING AND TIGHTENING
• LEVEL CONTROL SYSTEM SENSOR
• STABILIZER BAR COUPLING ROD
• SUBFRAME, STABILIZER BAR AND COUPLING ROD ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW
• REAR BONDED RUBBER BUSHING FOR REAR FINAL DRIVE
• FRONT BONDED RUBBER BUSHING FOR REAR FINAL DRIVE
• SUBFRAME BONDED RUBBER BUSHING AND HYDRAULIC BONDED RUBBER BUSHING
• SUBFRAME WITH ATTACHMENTS
• UPPER TRANSVERSE LINK
• LOWER TRANSVERSE LINK
• COIL SPRING
• TIE ROD
• WHEEL BEARING UNIT
• WHEEL BEARING HOUSING RUBBER BONDED BUSHING
• WHEEL BEARING HOUSING
• SHOCK ABSORBER
• OUTER CV JOINT, CHECKING
• 89 MM OR 94 MM OUTER CV JOINT
• GREASE QUANTITY AND TYPE
• TIGHTENING HOSE CLAMP ON OUTER JOINT
• TIGHTENING CLAMPS ON INNER JOINT
• INNER CV JOINT, CHECKING
• 100 MM OR 107 MM INNER CV JOINT
• SPRING TENSIONING SYSTEM, CONVERTING