Safety Precautions When Working On SUBFRAME
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2024 Audi S6 and 2024 Audi A6 Quattro. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Risk of damaging components
If the assembly mounts, steering gear or the subframe crossbrace are mounted incorrectly, lowering down the vehicle onto its own wheels can damage the components.
-- Never place the vehicle on the wheels when suspensions components are loosened.
-- Never support the vehicle on the subframe or subframe crossbrace when suspension components are loosened.