Audi B8/8.5 Suspension Diagnostic & Maintenance Guide (Struts, Bushings, Mounts, Failures & More!)

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►In our Audi B8/B8.5 Suspension Diagnostic & Maintenance Guide, Nathan Brown, FCP Euro Event Director and Writer, covers everything on the suspension system within the Audi B8 and B8.5 chassis.
The Audi B8 and B8.5 chassis cover multiple models, including: Audi A4, Audi A5, Audi S4, Audi S5, Audi Q5, Audi SQ5, and more.
Nathan walks us through the struts, mounts, bushings, control arms, and all of the major components of the suspension. Maintenance intervals, symptoms of their failure, and when it's time for those symptoms to be tended to are all covered.
If you're shopping for an Audi B8 or B8.5, use this guide to know exactly what to look out for when it comes to the suspension to avoid costly repairs. If you want to learn more about the Audi B8 before pulling the trigger on your next purchase, you can find additional information in our Buyer's Guides below.
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00:00 - Intro
01:37 - Front Control Arms Failures And Diagnosis
08:29 - Wheel Bearing Failures And Diagnosis
09:52- CV Boot Kit Failures And Diagnosis
12:18- Rear Control Arms Failures And Diagnosis
13:20- Final Thoughts and Conclusion
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@MrCopCam 4 месяца назад

Just want to thank you for this video as I have purchased an 2009 Audi A4 B8 and it had this problem I've had it now repaired using your video 🇬🇧🤘🏾

@svengebert8690 3 года назад

Huge fan of your videos! Really informative and very helpful! Keep up the great work!

@fcpeuro 3 года назад

Thanks Sven glad youre enjoying them! Stay tuned for more coming soon

@gitedun4716 Год назад

Just stumbled upon your channel last night. I’m a newer Audi Technician and I must say your channel is very informative and professionally done. This is going to help me out so much. Thanks for posting. Subscribed!!!

@labbtopp 6 месяцев назад

how's it going 9 months later?

@z1bryan Месяц назад

Videos like this are what keeps these beautiful cars on the road. I bought my B8.5 A5 last year and I only did so because I knew FCP Euro had my back on everything that could possibly go wrong.

@audikid89 2 года назад

This is the first time I’ve seen someone besides me use an air hammer to remove the pinch bolt! Good job!

@lucavangorkom9453 2 года назад

That's a really good video. Thanks for sharing. I found it was quite consistent with the wear and tear on my car.

@digitaldyslexia7589 2 года назад

God bless this video. I've had this exact sound 2:28 for a week in my B9 A4. Couldn't find anything on it until now. Just hit 69K miles. Nice!

@ArtemLokhovitskiy Год назад

probably too late but did you figure out what caused that noise? I got exactly the same but not so loud (yet)

@digitaldyslexia7589 Год назад

@@ArtemLokhovitskiy it ended up being worn out/torn up bushings and ball joints in my control arms. If I remember correctly we replaced the whole lower front control arm on each wheel (replaced driver side first, then a few months later heard it again and it was the other side). The shop could only replicate the noise by driving and not while on the lift, so we had to basically take a chance and replace control arms one by one until it was gone. Luckily we got it on the 1st try

@damoville66 Год назад

Great video. Super helpful

@courtneya8308 3 года назад

I have a ‘15 SQ5 and I am loving these videos!! My shopping cart is getting fuller by the day!

@joeg2286 2 года назад

*more full

@boristhe_blade8645 Год назад

Which kit did you end up going with? Would Q5 control arms fit an SQ5?

@LukmanARahim Год назад

You guys are AWESOME!!!!!!!!! Learned so much from your videos!

@fcpeuro Год назад

Awesome! Thank you!

@chrisbpreston1 2 месяца назад

Great video! Thank you very much.

@critical_mass8279 2 года назад

Great video!

@tmatthews16682 3 месяца назад

Very informative and to the point, great video, great company 👍

@dustinmillard750 3 года назад

YOU GUYS ARE THE TRUE MVP'S!

@fcpeuro 3 года назад

Nah Dustin MVP commenter right there!

@mendern 3 года назад

Great video. I did a full refresh about 40k spirited miles ago and a few bushings show small cracks and tears 1/4 to 1/2” at most. Is there any acceptable amount of tearing or should I do another refresh? I’ve yet to put a pry bar to it to see about play.

@luism6488 3 года назад

Great video 👍. Do you have a video for control arms (lotería and upper) a8 2011?

@JDFelda 3 года назад

Do you have a tutorial on replacing the rear lower control arm?

@ProjectArjun 2 года назад

My thoughts on the pinch bolt: definitely apply plenty of penetrating spray a couple of days in advance, use a combination Kroil and Deep Creep; remove the nut and use an impact on the bolt’s head; if the bolt spins but doesn’t come out, whack the nut end of the bolt with the nut still on; if the threads on the nut begin to deform, use a hacksaw to remove the damaged threads and air hammer the rest of the bolt out; you may need to whack it out a few times in between using the air hammer; if it slowly comes out but doesn’t budge all the way begin applying leverage in between the bolt head and spindle using spare wrenches and use a punch to push the rest of the bolt out of the way

@HusslinDaddy 3 года назад

Great and very useful video. I have a 2015 a5 sline with sport suspension. I have this weird rubbery noise (its like someone is twisting a piece of rubber or two rubber components rubbing against each other) coming from the right front, when going at very low speed (at a parking lot for instance) and steering wheel is on full right. The car was in audi dealership for 3 days, they couldn't pinpoint what exactly is causing the weird noise, they agreed they located it and heard it though. I had to pay £450 for that, so I was quite disappointed that I basically paid for a "free" washing/vacuuming of my car at Audi, haha...

@LD-bf1mi 2 года назад

I have the same car and same noise. Also same experience with the dealer. Common problem with Audi’s . Sometimes I don’t know why I still go there. You would think they are experts in their field but most of the times I know more by just watching YT ... jeez 🙄

@Luxurycarautomobile 3 года назад

Very nice

@craigauty6756 2 года назад

What do you think of the wind deflectors on the rear springs? I just lowered my car and removed them as too annoying to line back up with the spring compressors hitting things as swapped out without removing anything else

@sebrura 14 дней назад

Great vid. Why does the center bolt need to be replaced when loosened? Just curious.

@he_the_handy_guy 11 дней назад

Thank you🤝🤝🤝

@RellupNorth Год назад

The blue SQ5 is 🔥🔥🔥

@fcpeuro Год назад

One of the greats

@mydimeisup5103 3 года назад

Great to see this. I'm also looking for timing chains on the B8 2.0L turbo engines. I'm guessing an in-depth video will come out about that then as well? Thanks FCPEuro.

@fcpeuro 3 года назад

We can add that to the list!

@thenels0n7 3 года назад

@@fcpeuro PLEASE

@andiledoli4704 Год назад

Great video. Can we only change the bushing without replacing the other parts?

@damirpoljak007 Год назад

Yess

@ArtemLokhovitskiy Год назад

Hi! I have exactly the same noise as you showed in the clip at 2:27. Not so loud though but the same characteristics: when the wheels turning left or right (more to the right) it makes this rubbery low frequency noise). What is the cause of it?

@thenotoriousjoey9956 3 года назад

My 09 a4 makes like a grinding sound when going over bumps or Turning could it be the springs compressing?

@doeieeh 2 года назад

Great video! Question: I drive a 2010 q5. After a drive when I reverse (for example) in a parking spot, I hear a clunk when braking. This happens only once, if I brake a second time it’s not there anymore. After a drive it’ll be hearable again. Had several control arms replaced under warranty, but no luck so far.

@baka28 2 года назад

Engine mounts checked them

@jus_jun Год назад

Great video! I'm about to upgrade my suspension to the bilstein b12 kit. I was going to do the front upper control arms (034) as preventative maintenance while I'm installing. Do you recommend I do the lowers too? I heard just the uppers are more prone to failure, but don't want to mess up the balance.

@fcpeuro Год назад

Hi Milk, if possible, you should do both uppers and lowers, that way everything is nice and fresh, and ages together at the same time.

@jasonedenilson Год назад

Can worn control cause vibrations? Or is that just the effect on tires? I have vibrations around 35mph and my arms definitely need replacing.

@Casian_wildlife 3 года назад

Great video,keep make i like a lot ! Also help me a lot :)

@Jman5001 3 года назад

Really handy. Swapped sway bushes and links on my RS5 and I'm still clunking about. Turning it over to the pros.

@olboychris9778 2 года назад

Mine is doing the same. Did you get it fixed?

@Jman5001 2 года назад

@@olboychris9778 yes it was the upper control arms. My car has aftermarket suspension so aftermarket arms were needed and the heim joints were knocking.

@davidionescu7757 2 года назад

@@Jman5001 did you have to change both sides? Thanks

@Jman5001 2 года назад

@@davidionescu7757 both sides yes. The kit is sold that way. I did 034s density arms down below too. Full refresh

@richiec9077 3 года назад

Been there and done that with the pinch bolt so many times now 🤪😜

@kengoh2627 2 года назад

Awesome videos!!! My A4 B8.5 has adaptive suspension. My front right side is sitting lower than the left side… no one seems to be able to find out why…

@fcpeuro 2 года назад

Keep us in the loop if you solve it, Ken!

@CAT15407 3 года назад

I have a 2011 B8 A4 Premium w/ S-line Package with 95K miles. Replaced front axle and both CV Joints around 90K miles. I have had a clicking noise when reversing and the wheel turned 75% to the left or right, which has gotten worse with time since 40Kish milage. Any idea what the issue could be? I am noticing a slightly harder turn input from the wheel when driving at higher speeds. Any idea what the "issue" could be? Might be time to move on from the A4. Your input would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

@robertbarrett778 3 года назад

How good is this guy? I hope they pay him well. Thank you so much; even I can understand the workings of my Audi.But I have one question. Why is the suspension design fundamentally so complicated? MacPherson strut set up, which I used years ago, is super simple but this just appears to work, opposing the next to component. (if that makes sense)

@WarriyaAndPalimine 3 года назад

It makes for a very smooth ride on most surfaces and conditions.

@ishe728 3 года назад

@@WarriyaAndPalimine and Great handling too

@HaydenHarrison412 Год назад

Is there any value in lubricating these rubber bushings? Like with a silicone lubricant spray.

@KenyonPayne 2 года назад

I suspect that my 2011 a5 needs rear sway bar bushings becsuse the rear end is creaking really bad over big dips in the road, but I don't see any listings for them anywhere. Am I SOL?

@paull7649 Год назад

Hi from the uk Just got a audi quatto as a projet but had to tow it with bar so all 4 wheels was on the ground about 15 miles as got let down by recovery. Got told Quattro needs off side front lower arms as anti roll bar failed n it fuked the Bush in arm but when I towed it back over around 30, I had like a rumbling noise/vibration/knocking but under 30 nothing. And wonted to pull to drivers side can u have a ask about its a 2002 1.9 audi a4 b6 quatto I just hope it's not the box and just the arm

@gdjohny Год назад

Guys. I need info on replacement of the centre support bearing on propshaft on B8 . Can't find any info anywhere. Please help

@ProjectArjun 3 года назад

I never checked the bushing where the shock bolt goes through, something to check now

@fcpeuro 3 года назад

One more thing to keep an eye out on now! It can be a deceiving issue that pops up.

@e.leonardcunningham8912 3 года назад

Good Video Presentation. I'm a owner of a 2016 Audi 4, I'm trying to determine if Mevotech is a good product for replacing my Front Lower Rear Control Arms and if Rubber Brushings are good. Trying to decide prior to purchasing through my Audi Dealership. Any recommendations would be appreciative since I prefer quality over price concerns.

@fcpeuro 3 года назад

We linked the kit we used in the description, TRW is OE meaning it would be exactly what you'd get from the dealer just without the BMW logo

@e.leonardcunningham8912 3 года назад

@@fcpeuro Thank you for sharing this viable information. I was thinking to change my Front Lower Rear Control Arms to adjustable. Is 1A Auto Parts a reputable vendor for ordering. Do you know anything about TRQ products. Any assistance is useful since I prefer quality when handling my 2016 Audi A4.

@mrrealtor31 Год назад

Great vid, I got upper and lower control arms installed and now I hear a popping sound when turning the car.

@austinmerrival927 11 месяцев назад

Same. For me it’s the driver’s side when turn left and hitting a bump at low speed. Did you ever resolve this issue?

@mrrealtor31 11 месяцев назад

@@austinmerrival927 It seems to have resolved itself after I put about 300 miles on the car after the work was done.

@austinmerrival927 11 месяцев назад

@@mrrealtor31 Really, you didn’t do anything else do the control arms or suspension after that it just went away? Does everything still look good under there or what? Haha

@mrrealtor31 11 месяцев назад

@@austinmerrival927 Yes...everything else looks good....I know I am going to have to replace the struts if I keep it longer

@austinmerrival927 11 месяцев назад

@@mrrealtor31 Dang, I guess whatever it was it sorted itself out then huh haha. For me it ended up being there front lower ball joint wasn’t seated all the way into the knuckle 🙄

@bonganidhlamini7091 3 месяца назад

How are about replacing the control arm bushings instead of a complete set?

@arkrainflood 6 месяцев назад

my 2010 a5 would have a felt shudder/clunk when coming to a stop (no noise). i thought it was a transmission problem, but the mechanic diagnosed worn suspension arms. shudder went away after replacement.

@webbyboy 2 года назад

what about shocks? How do we know if it's failing?

@buiangbinh4232 2 года назад

SUSPENSIA parts is good?Please tell me Thanks so much

@MrM5exy 3 года назад

I love fcp euro. When will a west coast branch open up?

@fcpeuro 3 года назад

Potentially sooner than you may expect 😁

@austinmerrival927 11 месяцев назад

@@fcpeuroAny updates on this, 2 years later? 🤨🤔 *cough cough* Go for Seattle *cough* lol

@normandserrano2196 3 года назад

Do you guys sell parts from it’s nephew SEAT or CUPRA ? Those are MQB platform and perhaps bolt on for VWs

@fcpeuro 3 года назад

We don't have listings for those cars, however you may be able to cross reference some matching part numbers!

@N.P.DETAILINGUK Год назад

Great video I wanted some advice I have a 2011 Audi A5 B8 2.0 tdi quattro. When you drive over 50mph and upto 65mph there is a vibration coming from the rear. You can feel this in the back of your drivers seat? I ha e been told its the rear differential? All the bushes and arms have been checked all ok. Have you any knowledge of this problem? Thanks Neil

@fcpeuro Год назад

That is difficult to diagnose without having the car to inspect, but we would typically look into tires (check if they are 'cupped' or wavy), wheel bearings (see if there is play with that wheel off the ground), or a differential mount. (You would need to raise the rear of the car completely and check with a pry bar or other means to see if there is slop in the mounts.) Our guess would be any of those before a rear differential.

@N.P.DETAILINGUK Год назад

@FCP Euro thanks for the reply? I've taken the car two mechanics they are nitvsure what it can be. I called a few differential specialists one said a differential won't cause the vibration it be something else? Audi do not sell parts for differentials here in UK so woukd have to buy a new one!! 5k crazy

@georgegetsadze1480 2 месяца назад

Hello dear, great reviews, well done! Are there any difference between Audi a4 b8 and b9 arms?

@fcpeuro 2 месяца назад

Hello there, thank you for watching. The B9 vehicles have different geometry than the B8 vehicles, so the arms are going to be different.

@georgegetsadze1480 2 месяца назад

@@fcpeuro Thank you for the information.

@boristhe_blade8645 Год назад

What is the difference between B8.5 Q5 and SQ5 front control arms? Audi's part numbers differ by a single letter (F vs G, D vs AD). Are they interchangeable, and why?

@deathward990 3 года назад

Hey, my 2018 Audi is just over 20k miles...when turning or harsh breaking my car tends to put a lot of pressure at the corners or nose. Also, the ride feels bouncy at speeds

@jasonedenilson Год назад

My 2013 S5 has 63k and just went bad. My mechanic said it’s not typical on most cars but our Audis are very nose heavy. It depends a lot on your roads too.

@abahsain 7 месяцев назад

Why we see oil near 75mm bushing ?? Is it fill with oil??

@kaylerick 2 месяца назад

Dumb question, but can you just replace the bushing and not the whole metal part? And is it a hard thing to do?

@ratspam7655 Год назад

9:24 The axle bolt needs about 523 Nm of torque to get it to turn a further 180° after the initial 200Nm. This is generally not humanly possible to do without a torque multiplier.

@TheEdudo 9 месяцев назад

once i torqued to 300 Nm, i used a 6 feet long tube

@joshuahallam4012 3 года назад

Creaking noise from front left side when I steer left? Affects handling majorly the traction control lights come up on my dash whenever I turn left... Apparently it's the springs/top mounts from my research, I'm thinking of doing a whole control arm replacement but I want to know for sure what it is! (Audi s5 b8 2008)

@fcpeuro 3 года назад

Definitely sounds like top mounts but it might be a good idea to do control arms as well since all that stuff is probably worn by now.

@pistolgripjoe 11 месяцев назад

I have a clunking noise from rear .. I started my car up drove up the road started hearing clunking .. thought my tire was flat.. I checked nothing looking at my cv didn't see anything turned around started hearing it again.. could that be my strut?? Sounds like rear right .. my old m3 made same noise was upper strut tower..any help would be highly appreciated

@aprilurrea6728 15 дней назад

I just replace all control arms the wheelbearing tire rod and and cv joint and it still making a crackling noise

@richardtetsill1401 2 года назад

Where are these parts available at a reasonable price

@ganker24 3 месяца назад

Also the Allroad is in the B8/8.5 category

@ellechero6669 Месяц назад

I have to change all of that

@denden01161 Год назад

Shocks how do you know if it’s going bad?

@synocate5602 3 года назад

My S4 wheel bearing went and snapped the front upper control arm in half. OEM audi part.

@dksingh843 2 года назад

Can you please something when I accelerate my car from 80to 120 or over it, I feel shaking in steering wheel and right front Tyre shaking pretty bad. Audi a4b8 2008 - it has new mags and tyres. More I drive fast over 100 then it shakes very bad. So please advise something.

@dumbeezy5480 2 года назад

check strut, wheel bearing, wheels and tires

@nateweiss7276 6 месяцев назад

Can we just change out the bushings instead of the whole assembly?

@AndyH89 2 года назад

A couple questions.. What are the signs that a gearbox mount/bush has gone? Also I can hear a squeaking/creaking when driving over bumps or on turns, taken it to a few garages but no one can ID the problem. Any ideas what it could be?

@1bads5 Год назад

Did u ever figure it out

@AndyH89 Год назад

@@1bads5 no there’s that many arms on the Audis it’ll cost a fortune figuring it out and most people I spoke to said they did that and still had issues. I ended up selling it

@attex576 23 дня назад

Hi. The movie is great, it's a pity there are no subtitles. I'm from Poland and I don't understand everything. Regards

@mohamadkilani2599 3 года назад

Hello there, what do you think about Audi A6 V6 sport 2013 some mechanic in Canada they told me Mercedes much better than Audi so , the Audi fix more , is this true or not true ,and the Audi has 100000 thank you.

@Jo_Doe Месяц назад

такой нагрев послабляет кулак

@23Rrhmj Год назад

2011 Audi A4. Got new tires , and a 4 wheel alignment. The shop says the camber is off and needs to have a camber kit to get more adjustment out of the rear to be into spec. Anyone else experience this with their Audi? I've looked around and found nothing for the rear to fix camber. All the arms are for the front.

@alejandrolibertella6191 3 года назад

what typically causes a clicking sensation in the steering wheel when turning it stationary?

@ishe728 3 года назад

Check your power steering fluid it may be old if so flush it and refiill with the right stuff. Then inspect the rack if it's damaged you can easily tell. Sometimes brake rotors can give you the same sensation as well or if your brakes are worn badly but not grinding with noise they will give you that click feeling in the steering wheel.

@user-uv8xi7ys2m 3 месяца назад

I'm concerned about a A5 Audi Sterling system I can't turn my steering wheel I hit a rock and my steering wheel won't turn right or left how do I reset my computer

@davidchavez4464 3 года назад

Mine has creaking noise at slow turns swapped the front lower reward control arms which reduced the noise but it's still there. No noises in straight line or braking. What should I change

@fcpeuro 3 года назад

Hey David, you may want to look into the rest of the bushings down there - especially where the upper arms meet, around the pinch bolt.

@davidchavez4464 3 года назад

@@fcpeuro thank you will do.

@sandeeppareek5143 2 года назад

My mechanic has mentioned that "castor bushings" or "Pull rod arm" bushings need replacing. I searched a lot online, but could not find anything with that name, is he trying to charge me for something that doesn't exist?

@TheDarksteppa 3 года назад

I have the same noise as in video shown by Michael Harper and in the main video. RS4 B8 Drivers side (right). Noise started at 31k miles. Occurs under braking, mainly towards end phase and coming to stop. Seems worse when damping set to 'comfort' mode. Also occurs accelerating from standstill. Audi dealer has repressuired DRC, replaced drop links, and replaced shock but to no avail. Car has warranty but Audi refusing to do anymore as they cannot identify what the issue is even though they agree there is an issue! Any thoughts?

@TheDarksteppa 3 года назад

Steering doesn't feel right either. Seems to pull and wander a bit.

@davidionescu7757 2 года назад

Exactly the sane problem with an s4 2015. Dont know, must be the control arms I guess?

@y19mke8 2 года назад

did you ever find out what the problem was? got the same thing you have described on mine.

@TheDarksteppa 2 года назад

@@y19mke8 I ended up replacing the lower control arms and wishbones which was likely the cause as this issue has stopped. I do now get a occasional knock from the front right when going over certain bumps but I am also having ongoing DRC issues so likely that's related to that.

@halluk1 3 года назад

2:33 which bushings are made noise ?Thx,Lukas

@fcpeuro 3 года назад

Front and rearward lower control arm bushings

@halluk1 3 года назад

Thx mate

@patrykgtv3502 3 года назад

2:32 from where this noise come from?? I had same issue in my A8 and 5 mechanics couldn’t find problem

@TheDarksteppa 3 года назад

Same noise for me under braking and accelerating from standstill. DRC pressure ok, new drop links, new front shock. Audi still can't figure it out!

@patrykgtv3502 3 года назад

@@TheDarksteppa let me know if you will find out where is problem 🙏🏻

@Nightrunnergunner 2 года назад

Basically, if you want to replace control arms you have to replace 85% of the entire front suspension components as well lmao 😂

@fcpeuro 2 года назад

😂

@archangel3237 2 месяца назад

Only once.

@ColtonLoberg Месяц назад

It's just the smarter thing to do 🤷

@waleedzaid9929 Год назад

Can the ball joint on the lower forward control arm get changed if its broken ?!?

@fcpeuro Год назад

The ball joints on these control arms are not a serviceable item, so if one is worn or broken, the complete arm should be replaced.

@waleedzaid9929 Год назад

@@fcpeuro i have 2015 q5 my mechanic said they are broke but im not trusting him, how can I make sure and examine theme. By my self

@waleedzaid9929 Год назад

@@fcpeuro thanks for the info

@robbooth8184 3 года назад

I have a vibration front end. Wheels balanced and four wheel alignment which made it better but it’s still there. What could it be?

@ho7s0 3 года назад

100% sure your control arms. Install a Meyle kit on the front end, it will go away.

@TheSilviu8x 2 года назад

@@ho7s0 i have the vibration at 70mph, it can come and go... Do you reckon it's the control arms, that are the problem? I've got them checked and seems good. The vibration it's always there from ages ago, new wheels and tires didn't change anything.

@ho7s0 2 года назад

@@TheSilviu8x yes they look okay but it is a design fault from Audi. The rubbers inside the bearings are nog strong enough. The Meyle HD kit has upgraded rubbers and that fixes the vibrations. I have had mine all replaced and it is much much much better now.

@dumbeezy5480 2 года назад

@@TheSilviu8x check wheel bearings

@EJR20 3 года назад

Awesome video! My car was produced in November (hopefully) here’s the VIN WAUMF78K09N031292 wondering what type of lower forward control arms does it have. Also, if I have a visible crack on the upper control arms would it imply that the lower control arms are bad too? I’m not experiencing any clunking noises, just loose handling.

@smiah2954 3 года назад

I have a 2009 A5 and the upper control arms are cracked but no noise. But its obvious the steering does not feel tight. My front shocks also leaking. I would think the rubber bushes and shocks on a 11 year old car has reached end of its life and they all need replacing. Once you replace all these the car will be completely different drive but cost will depend if you do DIY or garage.

@Coops99 3 года назад

My A5 clunks almost every time I begin to reverse, or begin to accelerate after reversing. Any ideas? Noise comes from the front

@mobil4158 3 года назад

Driveshaft

@ishe728 3 года назад

I only get it on hard acceleration. It's easy to check the driveshaft for play and noise just grab you a partner and move the car slow while you are watching. Or Jack the car put it on stands and put it in gear and listen/watch.

@jeffbrace5357 2 года назад

Would these control arms cause a tight steering to the left only if the arms were failing on this side? 110k no history on arm replacements

@fcpeuro 2 года назад

Hi Jeff, that is a possibility in some extreme situations. We would advise inspecting all the surrounding suspension components at the same time.

@mattw4211 3 года назад

I have a b8.5 RS5 that creaks a lot from the front end upon acceleration (when the front lifts up) and deceleration (when the front goes down). It doesn't really sound like any of these solutions fit. Any other ideas?

@TheDarksteppa 2 года назад

Replaced lower control arm and wishbone and this worked for me.

@bittidude 2 года назад

Its called "helvetesbulten" here in sweden, the bolt from hell :)

@stefandsc1028 Год назад

I'd like congratulate Germany for having roads in such good condition, that changing various suspension parts is not a regular occurrence, as opposed to many other countries. you can drive around in a Honda Civic 8th Gen (euro version, the "UFO"), a car known for its hard suspension setup, and you'll never find it uncomfortable. you can drive in a supercar or hypercar without noticing anything on the small roads in the country side, roads normally used by tractors.

@OriginalMeify 2 года назад

Anybody ever gotten a passenger seat shake above 70 mph? Rear wheel has no play but front passenger does.

@iangelxD 3 года назад

wish I saw this video like 2 weeks ago before going to the stealership to pay for diagnostic fee :/

@fcpeuro 3 года назад

Nuuuhhh wish we could have helped sooner Angel Sanchez! What did the find wrong?

@donegal2010able 2 года назад

Maybe someone can help me here. I've a older A6 C6 have a rattle both sides when going over rough road this only appeared after getting shocks done 6 months ago mechanic said the upper and lower control arms are knackered so rather than ditch the car I decided to go ahead and let him replace it all, 700euro later the damn thing sounds worse mechanic says he's stumped everything feels solid and can't replicate the sound on the ramp I've since went to another mechanic and he reckons its gotta be something the previous guy did wrong and recommends replacing everything again. The parts are lemforder and the shocks are bilstein so not cheap part's, with the wife's head out the window she says it sounds like it's coming from the wheel area it's driving me nuts it doesn't affect the driving what so ever but it's clacking away when I hit a few bumps in a row going over speed ramps is no problem. Anyone got any idea's?

@panzerveps 3 года назад

Pro tip on removing a stuck pinch bolt; cut the head off the bolt, and then tighten the nut.

@ProjectArjun 2 года назад

Well said, being in the Northeast my pinch bolt Surprisingly came out with ease, just a needed a dozen or so whacks

@user-pv9kg9ou1l Год назад

The front suspension replacement all 4 pieces per side will cost you £1000 in the uk.

@fcpeuro Год назад

It can certainly get pricey!

@agraiskr 2 года назад

before i repaired the audi front suspension, i think the audi is a good car and the audi engineers are the best ... but then came the audi front suspension ...

@fcpeuro 2 года назад

😢

@sharpz44 2 года назад

my lower front rear bushing leaked out oil ,who knew they are filled with oil

@fcpeuro 2 года назад

In some vehicles, even the engine mounts are filled with fluid!

@Michael-uo4jj 2 года назад

Good luck trying to sell these and an alignment to any customer with an Audi that burns oil 😅

@MrJarod2003 2 года назад

Why replace the entire arm when u can just replace the bushing ?

@fcpeuro 2 года назад

It all depends on what you want to get out of it and how much time and money you want to invest. For some the amount of work it takes to get to either point is the same, just depends on how far you want to take it. Some arms depending, are non-serviceable and there are no bushing replacements.

@ProjectArjun 2 года назад

At some point the ball joint will eventually fail and it will be back to square one

@rollingstone1689 3 года назад

Well thatsxme not buying that b8 audi I was looking at. I will stick to the Passat

@ishe728 3 года назад

They are essentially identical. Fwd is the main difference

@OriginalMeify 2 года назад

VW cars are pretty much Audis lol

@rollingstone1689 2 года назад

@@OriginalMeify yes they all have the same father. But in regards to links and brushes on the front end passat has a old style wishbone but in the Audi you have 3 arms at the bottom an god knows how many at the top. Steering and suspension wise it will be alot moor cost effective maintaining a Passat then an Audi b8. I live in a area that has a lot of speed humps so passat will be better in maintenance costs.