Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
AUDI A6 Saloon (4F2, C6) 2.4, AUDI A6 Saloon (4F2, C6) 3.2 FSI, AUDI A6 Saloon (4F2, C6) 3.2 FSI quattro, AUDI A6 Saloon (4F2, C6) 4.2 quattro, AUDI A6 Saloon (4F2, C6) 3.0 TDI quattro, AUDI A6 Saloon (4F2, C6) 3.0 TDI quattro, AUDI A6 Saloon (4F2, C6) 2.7 TDI, AUDI A6 Saloon (4F2, C6) 2.7 TDI, AUDI A6 Saloon (4F2, C6) 2.4 quattro, AUDI A6 Saloon (4F2, C6) 2.7 TDI quattro, AUDI A6 Saloon (4F2, C6) 2.0 TFSI, AUDI A6 Saloon (4F2, C6) 2.0 TDI, AUDI A6 Saloon (4F2, C6) 2.7 TDI quattro, AUDI A6 Saloon (4F2, C6) S6 quattro, AUDI A6 Saloon (4F2, C6) 4.2 FSI quattro, AUDI A6 Saloon (4F2, C6) 3.0 TDI quattro, AUDI A6 Saloon (4F2, C6) 2.8 FSI, AUDI A6 Saloon (4F2, C6) 3.0 quattro, AUDI A6 Saloon (4F2, C6) 3.2 FSI quattro, AUDI A6 Saloon (4F2, C6) 2.8 FSI quattro, AUDI A6 Saloon (4F2, C6) 3.0, AUDI A6 Saloon (4F2, C6) 2.0 TDI View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change a front shock strut on AUDI A6 2 (C6) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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Shock absorber
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Suspension Strut
Tools
Replacement: suspension strut – Audi A6 4F2. Tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Combination spanner #16
Combination spanner #18
Drive socket # 15
Drive socket # 16
Drive socket # 18
Drive socket # 21
HEX bit no.H6.
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Hammer
Flat chisel
Crow bar
Hydraulic strut spring compressor
Hydraulic transmission jack
Fender cover
Wheel chock
Replacement: suspension strut – Audi A6 4F2. AUTODOC recommends:
  • Both shock struts of the front suspension should be replaced simultaneously.
  • The replacement procedure is identical for the left and right shock struts of the front suspension.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: suspension strut – Audi A6 4F2. Take the following steps:
  1. Step 1
    How to change Shock Absorber on Audi A6 C6 2004 - free PDF and video manuals
    Open the bonnet.
  2. Step 2
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    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
  3. Step 3
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    Remove the cowl grille seal.
  4. Step 4
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    Raise up and remove the cowl grille.
  5. Step 5
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    Remove the shock strut mount cap. Use a crowbar.
  6. Step 6
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    Loosen the upper fastener of the shock strut mount. Use a drive socket #15. Use a ratchet wrench.
  7. Step 7
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  8. Step 8
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  9. Step 9
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    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
  10. Step 10
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    Replacement: suspension strut – Audi A6 4F2. Professionals recommend:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  11. Step 11
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    Remove the wheel.
  12. Step 12
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    Clean all joints of the arm. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  13. Step 13
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    Unscrew the upper control arm fasteners (2 pieces). Use a combination spanner #18 (2 pieces). Use a drive socket #18.
  14. Step 14
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    Remove the fastening bolt.
  15. Step 15
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    Release the fastener that connects the control arm ball joint to the steering knuckle. Use a flat metal-working chisel. Use a hammer.
  16. Step 16
    How to change Shock Absorber on Audi A6 C6 2004 - free PDF and video manuals
    Detach the upper control arm from the steering knuckle. Use a crowbar.
  17. Step 17
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    Clean the fastening bolt that connects the shock absorber fork with the lower control arm. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  18. Step 18
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    Unscrew the fastener connecting the shock strut to the suspension control arm. Use a combination spanner #18 (2 pieces).
  19. Step 19
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    Remove the fastening bolt.
  20. Step 20
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    Clean the stabiliser link fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  21. Step 21
    How to replace Shock Absorber on AUDI A6 Saloon (4F2, C6) 2009: download PDF manuals and video instructions
    Unscrew the fasteners connecting the stabiliser link to the stabiliser bar. Use a combination spanner #16. Use a drive socket #16. Use a ratchet wrench.
  22. Step 22
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    Remove the stabilizer rod. Use a crowbar.
  23. Step 23
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    Detach the fastener that connects the shock strut to the control arm. Use a crowbar.
  24. Step 24
    Changing of Shock Absorber on Audi A6 C6 2004 won't be an issue if you follow this illustrated step-by-step guide
    Unscrew the top fastening of the shock strut mount. Use a drive socket #15.
    Replacement: suspension strut – Audi A6 4F2. AUTODOC experts recommend:
    To avoid injuries, hold the shock strut when undoing the fastening bolts.
  25. Step 25
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    Remove the suspension strut.
  26. Step 26
    Replacing Shock Absorber on Audi A6 C6 2006 3.0 TDI quattro by yourself
    Make marks on the control arms and the shock strut mount.
  27. Step 27
    A6 Saloon (4F2, C6) 2.0 TFSI 2007 Shock Absorber DIY replacement workshop manual
    Unscrew the fasteners connecting the control arms to the shock strut mount. Use a combination spanner #18 (2 pieces).
  28. Step 28
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    Remove the control arms.
  29. Step 29
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    Set the shock absorber strut on the spring compressor tool.
    Replacement: suspension strut – Audi A6 4F2. Tip:
    Note that when using a spring compressor, spring coils need to be securely gripped, compressing the spring on the opposite sides.Ensure the correct position of the spring in the retainer.Make sure that the spring coils tightly entered the lock handles.
  30. Step 30
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    Compress the spring.
  31. Step 31
    How to change Shock Absorber on Audi A6 C6 2004 - free PDF and video manuals
    Treat the shock strut rod. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  32. Step 32
    How to replace AUDI A6 Saloon (4F2, C6) 3.0 TDI quattro 2005 Shock Absorber - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Remove the strut piston rod nut. Use HEX No.H6. Use a drive socket #21. Use a ratchet wrench.
  33. Step 33
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    Remove the top strut mount. Use a crowbar.
  34. Step 34
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    Release the coil spring.
  35. Step 35
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    Remove the spring. Remove the shock absorber dust cap and the bump stop.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: suspension strut – Audi A6 4F2. Carefully inspect the mount, the boot, and the bump stop of the shock absorber. Replace if necessary.
  36. Step 36
    How to replace Shock Absorber on AUDI A6 Saloon (4F2, C6) 2009: download PDF manuals and video instructions
    Remove the old shock absorber from the hydraulic coil spring compressor.
    Replacement: suspension strut – Audi A6 4F2. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
    Before installing a new shock absorber you should pump it manually 3-5 times.
  37. Step 37
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    Install the new shock absorber on the hydraulic coil spring compressor.
  38. Step 38
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    Install the spring on the shock absorber.
  39. Step 39
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    Install the dust sleeve and the bump stop on the new shock absorber.
  40. Step 40
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    Install the upper strut mount and the strut mount bearing.
  41. Step 41
    Replacing Shock Absorber on Audi A6 C6 2006 3.0 TDI quattro by yourself
    Compress the spring.
  42. Step 42
    A6 Saloon (4F2, C6) 2.0 TFSI 2007 Shock Absorber DIY replacement workshop manual
    Tighten the shock strut piston rod nut. Use HEX No.H6. Use a drive socket #21. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 50 nm torque.
    Replacement: suspension strut – Audi A6 4F2. Tip from AUTODOC:
    Check to make sure the spring is positioned correctly. Avoid its misalignment.
  43. Step 43
    How to change Shock Absorber on AUDI A6 Saloon (4F2, C6) 2008 - tips and tricks
    Decompress the spring.
  44. Step 44
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    Remove the assembled shock strut.
  45. Step 45
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    Install the control arms.
    Replacement: suspension strut – Audi A6 4F2. AUTODOC recommends:
    Position the control arm according to its mounting holes.
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