Audi Q3: General, Technical data
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Suspension
1: Front/rear track width, applies only to
215/65/R16 standard tires on 6.5Jx16 ET33 rims.
Steering
Tire Types
General information on wheel/tire combinations, winter tires, snow c
Shock Absorber Leaks
Shock absorbers are frequently rejected and exchanged
because of leaks. Examinations on the test stand and on the
vehicle have shown that the replacement of a large number of
Front Shock Absorbers, Venting and Emptying
Method A - Venting through Drill Holes
- Secure gas-filled shock absorber vertically in vise, with
piston rod facing down.
WARNING
Wear
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Overview - Suspension Strut, Shock Absorber and Spring
1 - Lower Spring Support
Spring end rotated up to stop
2 - Coil Spring
Removing and installing. Refer to
→ Chapter "Spring, Removing and Installing".
3 - Upper Spring Support
4 - 
Lower Headlamp Housing Mount, Removing and Installing
Removing
- Remove the headlamp housing. Refer to
→ Chapter "Headlamp, Removing and Installing".
- Remove the wheel spoiler and the front wheel housing liner.
Refer to
→ Body Exterior; Rep. Gr.66; Wheel H