Removing and installing upper transverse link - Audi A1 quattro — AUDI

🧭 Before you start

Fits: Audi A1 (8X, 2010–2018)

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• Use felt-tip pen or similar to mark position of eccentric bolt (3) in relation to subframe.
• Note mark for position of eccentric bolt (3) in relation to subframe.

📋 Procedure

1. Remove wheel .
2. Remove coil spring .
3. Unhook wire (1) from bracket (2).
4. Unscrew nut (6) and remove bolt (3) with washers (4 and 5).
5. Use felt-tip pen or similar to mark position of eccentric bolt (3) in relation to subframe.

6. Unscrew nut (2) and pull out eccentric bolt (3).
7. Take out upper suspension link (1).
8. Fit upper suspension link in vehicle and hand-tighten bolts.
9. Tighten bolts with axle in unladen position .
10. Bolt upper suspension link (1) to subframe and tighten new nut (2).
11. Note mark for position of eccentric bolt (3) in relation to subframe.
12. Tighten bolt (3) for upper suspension link.
13. Attach speed sensor wiring (1) to upper suspension link.
14. Install coil spring .
15. Overview table: when does wheel alignment have to be checked?

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