Renewing rear bonded rubber bushes in subframe (multi-link suspension) — AUDI

🧭 Before you start

Fits: Audi A3 (8V, 2012–2020); platform code 85

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• If the vehicle is not strapped down, there is a danger that it can slip off the lifting platform. — Position engine and gearbox jackVAS 6931 with support plate (1) under subframe and secure with tensioning strap.
• For clarity, illustration only shows right side of vehicle.
• Mark installation position of bonded rubber bush in relation to subframe (1) using a felt-tip pen or similar.
• Make marking (1) on subframe centrally in relation to cut-out in bonded rubber bush.
• Mark line (1) on vertical ridge of bonded rubber bush, as shown in illustration.

📋 Procedure

1. Remove wheels .
2. Remove springs .
3. Remove bolts (1 .. 4) and take out diagonal struts.
4. Remove rear silencer for exhaust system 26Exhaust pipes/silencers; Exploded view - silencers
5. Use tensioning straps T10038(1) to strap vehicle to support arms of lifting platform on both sides.

6. ⚠ If the vehicle is not strapped down, there is a danger that it can slip off the lifting platform. — Position engine and gearbox jackVAS 6931 with support plate (1) under subframe and secure with tensioning strap.
7. ⚠ Risk of damage to threads of bolts securing subframe to body.DO NOT use an impact wrench when loosening or tightening the bolts that secure the subframe to the body.Always fit all bolts by hand; make the first few turns by hand. — Remove rear hexagon bolts (1) on both sides. [Note: For clarity, illustration only shows right side of vehicle.]
8. Lower subframe approx. 4 cm with engine and gearbox jackVAS 6931.
9. Prise locating element (1) off bonded rubber bush in area of retaining lugs.
10. Mark installation position of bonded rubber bush in relation to subframe (1) using a felt-tip pen or similar.
11. Make marking (1) on subframe centrally in relation to cut-out in bonded rubber bush.
12. Apply tools as shown in illustration.
13. Take up play in special tools.
14. Press out bonded rubber bush. [Note: The collar on the outer ring of the bonded rubber bush will shear off with a loud bang when the bush is removed.After it has been pulled out, the bonded rubber bush must be removed from the tube T10356/2 with light blows from a hammer.]
15. Mark line (1) on vertical ridge of bonded rubber bush, as shown in illustration.
16. Set up special tools with bonded rubber bush on subframe as shown in illustration.
17. Check position of bonded rubber bush, align as required and take up play in special tools with bonded rubber bush.
18. Press in bonded rubber bush by actuating pump until collar is flush with subframe. Ensure that the bonded rubber bush remains straight during the first stage of installation, otherwise the outer ring may be damaged.

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