How to carry out replacement: ABS Sensor 2.0 TDI Audi A3 Saloon
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How to change front ABS sensor on AUDI A3 Saloon (8VS, 8VM) – replacement guide

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This replacement procedure can be used for:
AUDI A3 Saloon (8VS, 8VM) S3 quattro, AUDI A3 Saloon (8VS, 8VM) 1.8 TFSI quattro, AUDI A3 Saloon (8VS, 8VM) S3 quattro, AUDI A3 Saloon (8VS, 8VM) 2.0 TDI quattro, AUDI A3 Saloon (8VS, 8VM) 2.0 TDI quattro, AUDI A3 Saloon (8VS, 8VM) S3 quattro, AUDI A3 Saloon (8VS, 8VM) 1.6 TDI quattro, AUDI A3 Saloon (8VS, 8VM) S3 quattro, AUDI A3 Saloon (8VS, 8VM) 2.0 TFSI quattro, AUDI A3 Saloon (8VS, 8VM) S3 quattro … View more

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Replacement: ABS sensor – AUDI A3 Limousine (8VS). List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
Nylon cleaning brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Electronic spray
Multipurpose grease
Copper grease
Torque wrench
HEX bit No.H5
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Flat screwdriver
Wheel chock
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Replacement: ABS sensor – AUDI A3 Limousine (8VS). AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: ABS sensor – AUDI A3 Limousine (8VS). Use the following procedure:
  1. Step 1
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
    Step 2
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  2. Step 3
    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 4
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. AUDI A3 Limousine (8VS)
  3. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  4. Step 6
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    Detach the ABS sensor connector.
  5. Step 7
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    Clean the ABS sensor fastener. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  6. Step 8
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    Unscrew the ABS sensor fastener. Use HEX No.H5. Use a ratchet wrench.
  7. Step 9
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    Disconnect the ABS sensor.
  8. Step 10
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    Clean the ABS sensor mounting seat. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  9. Step 11
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    Treat the ABS sensor fastener. Use a multipurpose grease. Use a flat screwdriver.
  10. Step 12
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    Connect the ABS sensor.
  11. Step 13
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    Tighten the fastener that connects the ABS sensor to the steering knuckle. Use HEX No.H5. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 7 Nm torque.
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