Shock Absorber Fork, Removing And Installing: Removing
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2021 Audi S4 and 2021 Audi A4 Quattro. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
-- Before starting the procedure, determine the curb weight position. Refer to WHEEL BEARING IN CURB WEIGHT POSITION, LIFTING VEHICLES WITH COIL SPRING .
-- Remove the front wheel. Refer to WHEELS AND TIRES .
-- Remove the coupling rod. Refer to COUPLING ROD, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .
-- Disconnect the connectors -1 and 2- for the shock absorber fork.
-- Insert the :3424 into the slot in the shock absorber fork -arrow-.
CAUTION:
There is a risk of damaging the ball joint.
- The upper control arm ball joint must not be pushed past the maximum bending point.
-- Remove the shock absorber fork downward from the shock absorber tube and remove, while pushing the wheel bearing housing carefully downward.