Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA) 1.6 E-Power, AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA) 1.6, AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA) 1.9 TDI, AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA) 1.6 FSI, AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA) 2.0 FSI, AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA) 3.2 V6 quattro, AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA) 2.0 TDI 16V, AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA) 2.0 TFSI, AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA) 2.0 TFSI quattro, AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA) 2.0 TDI, AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA) 2.0 TDI 16V quattro, AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA) 2.0 TDI, AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA) 2.0 TDI quattro, AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA) 2.0 TDI, AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA) 2.0 TDI quattro, AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA) 1.8 TFSI, AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA) 1.4 TFSI, AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA) S3 quattro, AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA) 1.8 TFSI quattro, AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA) 1.6 TDI, AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA) 1.6 TDI, AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA) 2.0 TDI, AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA) 1.2 TSI, AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA) S3 quattro View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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Tools
Replacement: strut mount – AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA). Tools you might need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Torque wrench
Combination spanner #10
Drive socket # 10
Drive socket # 13
Drive socket # 16
Drive socket # 18
Drive socket # 19
Drive socket # 21
Drive socket # 27
Shock absorber socket
XZN bit # 14
HEX bit No.H6
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Tap wrench
Hydraulic strut spring compressor
Hydraulic transmission jack
Fender cover
Wheel chock
Replacement: strut mount – AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA). Tip from AUTODOC:
  • The replacement procedure is identical for the mounts of the left and right shock struts of the front suspension.
  • All mounts of the front shock struts should be replaced simultaneously.
  • Please note: all work on the car – AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA) – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
    Open the bonnet.
    Step 2
    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
    Step 3
    How to change Strut Mount on Audi A3 8P Sportback 2004 - free PDF and video manuals
    Remove the seal of the windscreen wiper scuttle tray.
  2. Step 4
    How to replace AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA) 2.0 TDI 16V 2005 Strut Mount - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Clean the fasteners of the windscreen wiper scuttle tray. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  3. Step 5
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    Unscrew the fasteners of the windscreen wiper scuttle tray. Use a drive socket #10. Use a ratchet wrench.
  4. Step 6
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    Remove the windscreen wiper scuttle tray.
  5. Step 7
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    Clean the fasteners of the shock strut upper mount. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  6. Step 8
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    Loosen the upper fasteners of the suspension strut. Use a drive socket #13. Use a ratchet wrench.
  7. Step 9
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
    Step 10
    How hard is it to do yourself: Strut Mount replacement on Audi A3 8P Sportback 1.4 TFSI 2010 - download illustrated guide
    Loosen the fastener of the driveshaft. Use a drive socket #27. Use a tap wrench.
  8. Step 11
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  9. Step 12
    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 13
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA)
  10. Step 14
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    Remove the wheel.
  11. Step 15
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    Clean the stabiliser link fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  12. Step 16
    A3 Sportback (8PA) 1.6 2005 Strut Mount DIY replacement workshop manual
    Unscrew the fastener connecting the stabilizer link to the shock strut. Use a drive socket #19. Use a ratchet wrench.
  13. Step 17
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    Remove the stabilizer rod.
  14. Step 18
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    Clean the brake hose bracket fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  15. Step 19
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    Disconnect the brake hose mounting bracket. Detach the ABS wiring harness bracket. Use a combination spanner #10.
  16. Step 20
    How to change Strut Mount on Audi A3 8P Sportback 2004 - free PDF and video manuals
    Clean the lower fastener connecting the suspension strut to the steering knuckle. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  17. Step 21
    How to replace AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA) 2.0 TDI 16V 2005 Strut Mount - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Unscrew the lower fastener connecting the shock strut to the steering knuckle. Use a drive socket #18. Use XZN #14. Use a tap wrench.
  18. Step 22
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    Unscrew the fastener connecting the drive shaft to the wheel hub. Use a drive socket #27. Use a ratchet wrench.
  19. Step 23
    Changing Strut Mount on AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA) 1.6 TDI 2007 by yourself
    Remove the fastening bolt.
  20. Step 24
    How to remove AUDI A3 1.6 2008 Strut Mount - online easy-to-follow instructions
    Clean the fasteners connecting the ball joint to the suspension control arm. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  21. Step 25
    How to replace Strut Mount on AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA) 2009: download PDF manuals and video instructions
    Unscrew the fastener connecting the ball joint to the suspension control arm. Use a drive socket #16. Use a ratchet wrench.
  22. Step 26
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    Disconnect the spherical joint from the arm.
  23. Step 27
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    Detach the driveshaft from the steering knuckle.
    Replacement: strut mount – AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA). Professionals recommend:
    Make sure that the drive shaft is not unloaded (when the car is jacked).
  24. Step 28
    Changing of Strut Mount on Audi A3 8P Sportback 2012 won't be an issue if you follow this illustrated step-by-step guide
    Prop up the steering knuckle. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
  25. Step 29
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    Remove the fastening bolt.
  26. Step 30
    Replacing Strut Mount on Audi A3 8P Sportback 2004 2.0 TDI 16V by yourself
    Release the lower fastener connecting the shock strut to the steering knuckle. Use a special drive socket to remove the shock absorber. Use a ratchet wrench.
  27. Step 31
    A3 Sportback (8PA) 1.6 2005 Strut Mount DIY replacement workshop manual
    Disconnect the steering knuckle from the shock absorber strut.
  28. Step 32
    Unscrew the upper fasteners of the shock strut.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the suspension strut while unscrewing the fastening bolts. AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA)
    Step 33
    How to change Strut Mount on AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA) 2006 - tips and tricks
    Remove the suspension strut.
  29. Step 34
    Step-by-step recommendations for DIY replacement Audi A3 8P Sportback 2007 1.6 Strut Mount
    Set the shock absorber strut on the spring compressor tool.
    Replacement: strut mount – AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA). 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 35
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    Compress the spring.
  31. Step 36
    How to change Strut Mount on Audi A3 8P Sportback 2004 - free PDF and video manuals
    Treat the shock strut rod. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  32. Step 37
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    Remove the strut piston rod nut. Use a drive socket #21. Use HEX No.H6. Use a ratchet wrench.
  33. Step 38
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    Remove the top strut mount.
  34. Step 39
    Changing Strut Mount on AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA) 1.6 TDI 2007 by yourself
    Remove the shock absorber dust cap and the bump stop.
    Replacement: strut mount – AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA). AUTODOC experts recommend:
    Examine the shock absorber dust cap and the bump stop. Replace them if necessary.
  35. Step 40
    Install the boot and a bump stop onto the shock absorber.
    Step 41
    How to remove AUDI A3 1.6 2008 Strut Mount - online easy-to-follow instructions
    Install a new top shock strut mount.
  36. Step 42
    How to replace Strut Mount on AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA) 2009: download PDF manuals and video instructions
    Tighten the shock strut piston rod nut. Use a drive socket #21. Use HEX No.H6. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 60 Nm torque.
    Replacement: strut mount – AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA). Tip from AUTODOC:
    Check to make sure the spring is positioned correctly. Avoid its misalignment.
  37. Step 43
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    Decompress the spring.
  38. Step 44
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    Treat the shock strut rod. Use copper grease.
  39. Step 45
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    Remove the assembled shock strut.
  40. Step 46
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    Treat the shock strut mounting seat on the steering knuckle. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
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