Removing and installing upper transverse link, front-wheel drive vehicles — AUDI

🧭 Before you start

Fits: Audi Q3 (8U, 2011–2018); platform code 84

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• Use felt-tip pen or similar to mark position of eccentric bolt (B) relative to subframe.
• Washer (5) must be installed so that there is a gap between washer and brake splash plate.

📋 Procedure

1. Measure distance from centre of wheel to lower edge of wheel housing .
2. Remove coil spring .
3. Unhook wire (1) from bracket (2).
4. Unscrew nut (6) and take off washer (5).
5. Remove bolt (3) and washer (4).

6. Use felt-tip pen or similar to mark position of eccentric bolt (B) relative to subframe.
7. Unscrew nut (A) and pull out eccentric bolt (B).
8. Take out upper transverse link.
9. Observe marking made previously for position of eccentric bolt (B) relative to subframe. [Note: Washer (5) must be installed so that there is a gap between washer and brake splash plate.]
10. Install coil spring .
11. Check and adjust wheel alignment as required, see chart .

🎬 Related video tutorial

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