How to carry out replacement: Control Arm 2.0 TFSI Audi TT Roadster
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How to change front lower arm on AUDI TT Roadster (8J9) – replacement guide

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This replacement procedure can be used for:
AUDI TT Roadster (8J9) 2.0 TTS quattro, AUDI TT Roadster (8J9) 2.0 TDI quattro, AUDI TT Roadster (8J9) 1.8 TFSI, AUDI TT Roadster (8J9) 2.0 TTS quattro, AUDI TT Roadster (8J9) 3.2 V6 quattro, AUDI TT Roadster (8J9) 2.0 TFSI … View more

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Tools
Replacement: front lower arm – AUDI TT Roadster (8J9). Tools you might need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Drive socket # 16
Drive socket # 18
Torx bit T25
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Crow bar
Tap wrench
Rubber mallet
Hydraulic transmission jack
Wheel chock
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Replacement: front lower arm – AUDI TT Roadster (8J9). AUTODOC recommends:
  • The replacement procedure is identical for the left and right lower control arms.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: front lower arm – AUDI TT Roadster (8J9). Take the following steps:
  1. Step 1
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  2. Step 2
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  3. Step 3
    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 4
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    Replacement: front lower arm – AUDI TT Roadster (8J9). Tip:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  4. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 6
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    Undo the fasteners of the oil pan lower cover. Use Torx T25.
  6. Step 7
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    Remove the oil pan cover.
  7. Step 8
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    Clean all joints of the arm. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: front lower arm – AUDI TT Roadster (8J9). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.Wear protective goggles.
  8. Step 9
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    Unscrew the rear fastener connecting the control arm to the subframe. Use a drive socket #16. Use a tap wrench.
  9. Step 10
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    Unscrew the rear fastener connecting the control arm to the car body. Use a drive socket #18. Use a tap wrench.
  10. Step 11
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    Unscrew the front arm fastener. Use a drive socket #18. Use a tap wrench.
  11. Step 12
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    Remove the fastening bolts. Use a drive socket #18. Use a drive socket #16.
  12. Step 13
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    Unscrew the fastener connecting the ball joint to the suspension control arm. Use a drive socket #16. Use a tap wrench.
  13. Step 14
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    Remove the fastening bolt. Use a drive socket #18.
  14. Step 15
    Disconnect the spherical joint from the arm. Use a crowbar.
    Step 16
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    Remove the arm. Use a crowbar.
  15. Step 17
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    Clean the mounting seats and the thread of the suspension arm. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  16. Step 18
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    Install a new arm. Use a rubber mallet.
    Replacement: front lower arm – AUDI TT Roadster (8J9). AUTODOC experts recommend:
    During the installation process, use only new bolts and nuts.Do not damage the ball joint cover.
  17. Step 19
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    Install the fastening bolt. Use a drive socket #18.
  18. Step 20
    Attach the ball joint to the control arm.
    Step 21
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    Install the fastening bolts. Use a crowbar.
  19. Step 22
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    Screw the rear fastener connecting the control arm to the car body. Use a drive socket #18. Use a ratchet wrench.
  20. Step 23
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    Screw the rear fastener connecting the control arm to the subframe. Use a drive socket #16. Use a ratchet wrench.
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