Overview - SUBFRAME, Multi-Link Suspension, AWD Vehicles

WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.

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 VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

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