Overview - SUBFRAME, Multi-Link Suspension, AWD Vehicles

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 Audi A3, 2016 Audi A3, and 2015 Audi A3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

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.

Fig 1: Exploded View Of Subframe, Multi-Link Suspension, AWD Vehicles

Courtesy of AUDI OF AMERICA, LLC

Crossbrace
- Only for Audi Quattro cabriolet
Bolt
- 40 Nm
Riveting Nut
Bolt
- 40 Nm
Riveting Nut
Subframe
- Subframe with attachments, removing and installing. Refer to REAR AXLE, REMOVING AND INSTALLING, MULTI-LINK SUSPENSION VEHICLES WITH AWD .
Rear Bonded Rubber Bushing
- On A3 cabriolet nonreplicable aluminum bearing
- Replacing. Refer to SUBFRAME FRONT BONDED RUBBER BUSHING, REPLACING (MULTI-LINK SUSPENSION) .
Bolt
- 70 Nm + 180° turn
- Always replace if removed
Front Bonded Rubber Bushing
- On A3 cabriolet nonreplicable aluminum bearing
- Replacing. Refer to SUBFRAME FRONT BONDED RUBBER BUSHING, REPLACING (MULTI-LINK SUSPENSION) .
Bolt
- 70 Nm + 180° turn
- Always replace if removed