Audi A4: Disposal
Front Gas-Filled Shock Absorbers, Venting and Draining
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Hand drill
- 3 mm diameter drill bit.
- 6 mm diameter drill bit
- Oil collecting container
- Protective eyewear
Procedure
- Secure the gas-filled shock absorber vertically in a vise with the piston rod facing down.
WARNING
Risk of eye injury.
Wear protective eyewear!
- Drill a 3 mm hole -A- through the shock absorber outer tube.
Note
Gas escapes when drilling.
- Continue drilling until the tube inside is drilled through (approximately 25 mm deep).
- Drill a second 6 mm hole -B- through the outer and inner shock absorber tubes.
- Hold the shock absorber over an appropriate container for catching oil and move the piston rod repeatedly through the entire stroke until no more oil flows out.
Rear Gas-Filled Shock Absorbers, Venting and Draining
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Hand drill
- 3 mm diameter drill bit.
- 6 mm diameter drill bit
- Oil collecting container
- Protective eyewear
Procedure
- Secure the gas-filled shock absorber vertically in a vise with the piston rod facing down.
WARNING
Risk of eye injury.
Wear protective eyewear!
- Drill a 3 mm hole -A- through the shock absorber outer tube.
Note
Gas escapes when drilling.
- Continue drilling until the tube inside is drilled through (approximately 25 mm deep).
- Drill a second 6 mm hole -B- through the outer and inner shock absorber tubes.
- Hold the shock absorber over an appropriate container for catching oil and move the piston rod repeatedly through the entire stroke until no more oil flows out.
Special Tools
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Tensioning Strap -T10038-
- Engine/Gearbox Jack Adapter - Wheel Hub Support -T10149-
- Engine and Gearbox Jack -VAS6931-
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