Audi A4: Special Tools
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Shock Absorber Set -T10001-

- Tensioning Strap -T10038-

- Tripod Joint Tool -T10065-

- Engine/Gearbox Jack Adapter - Wheel Hub Support -T10149-

- Hydraulic Press - Bushing Assembly Tool Kit -T10230-

- Socket AF 24 mm -T10361A-

- Triple Roller Assembly Tool -T40018- for drive axles with
triple roller joint AAR 3300 i

- Puller - Differential Bearing -T40032-

- Puller - Ball Joint -T40043-

- Triple Roller Assembly Tool -T40084- for driveshafts with
triple roller joint AAR 2600 i


- Vibration Damper Assembly Tool -T40236-

- Ball Joint Splitter -T40277-

- Torque Wrench 1331 5-50Nm -VAG1331-

- Torque Wrench 1332 40-200Nm -VAG1332-

- Torque Wrench 1332 Insert - Ring Wrench - 21mm -VAG1332/7-

- Torque Wrench 80-400Nm -VAG1576-

- Clamping Pliers -VAG1682A- with Clamping Pliers - Jaws
-VAG1682A/1-

- Spring Compressor Kit -VAG1752-

- Spring Compressor Kit - Spring Retainer w/Inserts
-VAG1752/6-


- Engine and Gearbox Jack -VAS6931-



- Press Piece - Rod -VW408A-

- Press Piece - Rod -VW409-

- Press Piece - Rod -VW411-

- Press Piece - Multiple Use -VW412-

- Press Piece - 31.5mm -VW416B-

- Press Piece - Multiple Use -VW447H-

- Bearing Installer - Ball Joint/Bushing/Bearing 2 -VW459/2-

- Press Piece - 42mm -VW516-

- CV Joint Press Sleeve -VW522-



- Bearing Installer - Wheel Bearing -3144-

- Press Piece - Reverse Gear Syncro -3296-

- Subframe Bushing Tool Kit -3301-

- Bearing Installer - Multiple Use -3348-

- Spreader Tool -3424-
- Not illustrated:
- Locating Pins -T40327-
- Locating Pin -T40334-
- Torque Wrench 1331 Insert - Ring Wrench - 16mm -VAG1331/12-
- Ball Joint Splitter -VAS251805-
- Pneumatic Hydraulic Press -VAS6654-

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Overview - Subframe, FWD
Caution
There is a risk of damaging the threads on the subframe
threaded connection to the body.
The subframe bolts on the body must not be loosened or
tightened
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Special tools and workshop equipment required
Generator Belt Socket -3310-
Inner hex socket 8 mm or TORX
T50
Removing
- Remove the generator if necessary. Refer to
→ Electrical Equipment; Rep. Gr.27; Generator; Generator,
Removing and Installing.
- For some engine ty
Visual Check
Components of the steering column must not show any
indications of damage.
Function Test
The steering column must turn without catching or difficulty
of movement.
The steering column must adjust easily from side to side and
vertically (this test is only possible when installed)