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Audi Q3: Overview - Subframe

Audi Q3 (8U) 2011-2018 Service Manual / Chassis / Suspension, Wheels, Steering / Front Suspension / Overview - Subframe

  Caution

There is a risk of damaging the subframe threaded connection threads on the body.

  • The subframe bolts on the body must not be loosened or tightened with an impact wrench.
  • Always install all bolts by hand for the first few turns.

Audi Q3. Overview - Subframe

1 - Subframe

  • Securing. Refer to → Chapter "Subframe, Securing".
  • Lowering. Refer to → Chapter "Subframe, Lowering".
  • Removing and installing without steering gear. Refer to → Chapter "Subframe without Steering Gear, Removing and Installing".
  • Removing and installing with steering gear. Refer to → Chapter "Subframe with Steering Gear, Removing and Installing".

2 - Bolt

  • 70 Nm +180º
  • Always replace if removed

3 - Upper Bonded Rubber Bushing for Pendulum Support

  • Replacing. Refer to → Chapter "Subframe, Servicing".

4 - Nut

  • 65 Nm
  • Always replace if removed
  • Counterhold at socket head of joint bolt when tightening

5 - Stabilizer Bar

  • Removing and installing. Refer to → Chapter "Stabilizer Bar, Removing and Installing".

6 - Nut

  • 65 Nm
  • Always replace if removed
  • Counterhold at socket head of joint bolt when tightening

7 - Coupling Rod

  • Removing and installing. Refer to → Chapter "Coupling Rod, Removing and Installing".

8 - Bolt

  • 70 Nm +180º
  • Always replace if removed

9 - Bolts

  • 20 Nm +90º
  • Always replace if removed

10 - Lower Bonded Rubber Bushing for Pendulum Support

  • Replacing. Refer to → Chapter "Subframe, Servicing".

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     Rear seats

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     Connected devices

    Displayed connected devices Requirement: the vehicle must be stationary and the ignition must be switched on. Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen: SETTINGS > Connected devices. Possible menu items: Telephone 1 Telephone 2 Audio player Wi-Fi hotspot Headset Smartphone interface Y

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