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How to change rear strut mount on Audi A3 8L1 – replacement guide
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
AUDI A3 Hatchback (8L1) 1.8, AUDI A3 Hatchback (8L1) 1.6, AUDI A3 Hatchback (8L1) 1.8 T, AUDI A3 Hatchback (8L1) 1.9 TDI, AUDI A3 Hatchback (8L1) 1.9 TDI, AUDI A3 Hatchback (8L1) 1.8 T quattro, AUDI A3 Hatchback (8L1) S3 quattro, AUDI A3 Hatchback (8L1) 1.8 T quattro, AUDI A3 Hatchback (8L1) 1.8 T, AUDI A3 Hatchback (8L1) 1.9 TDI, AUDI A3 Hatchback (8L1) 1.6, AUDI A3 Hatchback (8L1) 1.9 TDI quattro, AUDI A3 Hatchback (8L1) 1.9 TDI, AUDI A3 Hatchback (8L1) S3 quattro … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
AUDI A3 Hatchback (8L1) 1.8, AUDI A3 Hatchback (8L1) 1.6, AUDI A3 Hatchback (8L1) 1.8 T, AUDI A3 Hatchback (8L1) 1.9 TDI, AUDI A3 Hatchback (8L1) 1.9 TDI, AUDI A3 Hatchback (8L1) 1.8 T quattro, AUDI A3 Hatchback (8L1) S3 quattro, AUDI A3 Hatchback (8L1) 1.8 T quattro, AUDI A3 Hatchback (8L1) 1.8 T, AUDI A3 Hatchback (8L1) 1.9 TDI, AUDI A3 Hatchback (8L1) 1.6, AUDI A3 Hatchback (8L1) 1.9 TDI quattro, AUDI A3 Hatchback (8L1) 1.9 TDI, AUDI A3 Hatchback (8L1) S3 quattro … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
How to change strut mount AUDI A3 1 (8L1) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

All the parts you need to replace – Strut Mount for A3 Hatchback (8L1) and other AUDI models
Repair kit, suspension strut
Alternative products

Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Copper grease
Drive socket # 16
Combination spanner #16
Torque wrench
Adjustable wrench
Wheel impact socket #17
Hydraulic transmission jack
Wheel chock
Replacement: strut mount – Audi A3 8L1. AUTODOC recommends:
- All work should be done with the engine stopped.
- The replacement procedure is identical for the mounts of the right and left shock absorbers of the rear suspension.
- Both mounts of the rear shock struts should be replaced simultaneously.
- Be sure to replace all self-locking nuts and bolts during installation.
Replacement: strut mount – Audi A3 8L1. Recommended sequence of steps:
- Step 1Secure the wheels with chocks.
- Step 2Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
- Step 3Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.
- Step 4Unscrew the wheel bolts.Replacement: strut mount – Audi A3 8L1. Tip:To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
- Step 5Remove the wheel.
- Step 6Clean the shock absorber fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
- Step 7Support the arm. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
- Step 8Unscrew the lower fastener of the shock absorber. Use a combination spanner #16. Use a drive socket #16.
- Step 9Unscrew the upper fastener of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #16.AUTODOC recommends:Important! Hold the shock absorber while unscrewing the fastening bolts. Audi A3 8L1
- Step 10Remove the support from under the rear arm.
- Step 11Remove the shock absorber.
- Step 12Remove the protective cap of the shock absorber mount.
- Step 13Clean the shock absorber rod fastener. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
- Step 14Remove the shock absorber piston rod fastening. Use a combination spanner #16. Use an adjustable wrench.
- Step 15Remove the shock absorber mount, boot and bump stop.Replacement: strut mount – Audi A3 8L1. Professionals recommend:Τhoroughly examine the shock absorber mount, dust boot, bump stop. Replace them if necessary.
- Step 16Install the boot and a bump stop onto the shock absorber.
- Step 17Install the new shock absorber mount.
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