How to carry out replacement: Strut Mount 3.0 TDI quattro Audi A7 4g
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How to change front strut mount on AUDI A7 Sportback (4GA, 4GF) – replacement guide

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This replacement procedure can be used for:
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Tools
Replacement: strut mount – AUDI A7 Sportback (4GA, 4GF). List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Drive socket # 16
Drive socket # 18
Combination spanner #16
Combination spanner #18
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Hammer
Pin punch
Flat chisel
Rubber mallet
Flat Screwdriver
Crow bar
Hydraulic transmission jack
Hydraulic strut spring compressor
Fender cover
Wheel chock
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Replacement: strut mount – AUDI A7 Sportback (4GA, 4GF). AUTODOC recommends:
  • 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.
  • Warning! Shut down the engine before starting any work – AUDI A7 Sportback (4GA, 4GF).
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  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: strut mount – AUDI A7 Sportback (4GA, 4GF). 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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    Clean the shock strut fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  6. Step 7
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    Unscrew the lower fastener of the shock absorber strut. Use a combination spanner #18. Use a drive socket #18. Use a ratchet wrench.
  7. Step 8
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    Remove the fastening bolt.
  8. Step 9
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    Unscrew the upper arm fastenings. Use a combination spanner #16. Use a drive socket #16. Use a ratchet wrench.
  9. Step 10
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    Remove the fastening bolt.
  10. Step 11
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    Detach the upper control arm from the steering knuckle. Use a flat metal-working chisel. Use a hammer.
  11. Step 12
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    Detach the bottom part of the shock strut.
  12. Step 13
    Lower the car.
    Step 14
    Open the bonnet.
    Step 15
    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
    Step 16
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    Remove the cowl grille seal.
  13. Step 17
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    Remove the wiper cowl grille located on the right side.
  14. Step 18
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    Remove the protective cap of the shock absorber mount. Use a flat screwdriver.
  15. Step 19
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    Unscrew the upper fasteners of the shock strut. Use a drive socket #16. Use a ratchet wrench.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the suspension strut while unscrewing the fastening bolts. AUDI A7 Sportback (4GA, 4GF)
  16. Step 20
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    Remove the suspension strut.
  17. Step 21
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    Set the shock absorber strut on the spring compressor tool.
    Replacement: strut mount – AUDI A7 Sportback (4GA, 4GF). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
    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.
  18. Step 22
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    Compress the spring.
  19. Step 23
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    Treat the shock strut rod. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  20. Step 24
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    Remove the strut piston rod nut. Use a drive socket #18. Use a ratchet wrench.
  21. Step 25
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    Remove the top strut mount.
    Replacement: strut mount – AUDI A7 Sportback (4GA, 4GF). Tip from AUTODOC:
    Examine the shock absorber dust cap and the bump stop. Replace them if necessary.
  22. Step 26
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    Install a new top shock strut mount.
  23. Step 27
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    Tighten the shock strut piston rod nut. Use a drive socket #18. Use a ratchet wrench. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 50 Nm torque.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Check to make sure the spring is positioned correctly. Avoid its misalignment.
  24. Step 28
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    Decompress the spring.
  25. Step 29
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    Remove the assembled shock strut.
  26. Step 30
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    Install the shock strut into the wheel arch.
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