Just wanted to say how much I enjoyed this, fantastic guide for anybody who doesn't know much about suspension components
@nootahs2 жыл бұрын
I have a 2015 A3 and can confirm that the arrows are still present on the cars body even without the side skirts. It's very convenient and I'm glad they included that instead of having to inspect underneath for the welded points.
@fcpeuro2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for letting us know, Brandon!
@Davoet2 жыл бұрын
You know you can trust the advice given when the mechanic has an Audi tattoo
@benzbenzm6462 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video, we enjoyed this work and thank you for all the information 👌
@beeayyee99773 ай бұрын
Fantastic video! Thank you for all the helpful information.
@Tre-g7f Жыл бұрын
Very useful info for me and my A3. Thanks
@douglascollus11 ай бұрын
Perfect guide !! Very useful info. Thanks
@NA-xz4wj7 ай бұрын
New Drinking game: take a sip every time he says "Actually" 😂. This was actually very helpful though.... actually.
@andrewburke6124 ай бұрын
the inner and outer tie rod has no movement or play so that means they are bad?
@kyleferreira5032 Жыл бұрын
I have a popping noise, my dad sat in back seat it happened. I leave my driveway over a few bumps it happned, i was driving 10 mph and turned left and right fast and it popped each time i changed direction. Any idea? i was thinking something with rear sway bar or the lower control arms.
@fcpeuro Жыл бұрын
Sway bar was the first thing we thought of. If it's an aftermarket bar that's pretty common - check the bushings and lubricate if needed. If that is fine, check the endlinks for wear or play.
@ouncy22 сағат бұрын
You damaged the jacking point though
@gombie722 жыл бұрын
Could we get an in depth video about replacing/rebuilding the alternator/one way clutches on the volvo Si6? seems to me its a pretty involved process and would cover some good maintenance. intake gaskets, coolant maybe? general intake cleaning? Im seeing quite a few starting to go bad now that the p3 3.2s and 3.0s are getting into the higher mileage. even local shops are quoting around $2500
@fcpeuro2 жыл бұрын
Noted!
@andrewnakhla61255 ай бұрын
Hey what tools do you need to replace tie rods ?
@柠檬饼干Ай бұрын
Is the length and data of the original shock absorbers for the Audi S3 German and American versions the same
@fcpeuroАй бұрын
They should all be the same yes!
@ajeetm2 жыл бұрын
Such an awesome walkthrough, thank you! My inner front control arm bushing is wet/leaking. Is it time to replace, or do I have a while?
@fcpeuro2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching Ajeet! At this point, you will want to replace them before they wear too far and start to stress out the surrounding components.
@ajeetm2 жыл бұрын
@@fcpeuro the video says swapping the front contol arm is "easy" however on the RS3, doesn't the entire subframe need to be lowered so there's enough clearance for the outer bolt on the left side (driver side in US)?
@HanifEFIMechanical2 жыл бұрын
Good 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
@Asserti11 ай бұрын
My mom drives a 2006 A3 with around 140k miles on it. What’s the average life span of the suspension on those cars?
@fcpeuro10 ай бұрын
On most vehicles, suspension components start to degrade around 80k miles. However, every vehicle will vary, as it also depends heavily on the type of roads the vehicle is driven on.
@kylejg8510 ай бұрын
I've got a 2015 A3 that seems to have some rear suspension issue. When going over a bump like a manhole, bridge deck connector or really any bumpy surface, as soon as the rear passenger tire hits, the car sways pretty badly and at high speeds on a corner it's sketchy. Where would you recommend to start looking? Rear sway and links?
@fcpeuro10 ай бұрын
Worn suspension bushings can certainly aid that, however, sometimes a simple alignment will correct that as well. Check for uneven tire wear while you are inspecting.
@waynesworld60202 жыл бұрын
Hello. I have a 2018 a3 5 door 8v any tips about a creaking and groaning noise when nearly full lock turning when parking . Any problems that can cause this . Don't seem to have any oil leaks or play in any of the mounts or bushes
@angeloj.64602 жыл бұрын
Power steering issue I think, my 2015 had the exact issue before I sold it
@saydwolfe5799 Жыл бұрын
I'm glad someone else realized how much of a pia those upper pinch bolts are thought lmfao. That was the worst on my b6 a4
@mohdshuil34332 жыл бұрын
I have one Q I have noise with steering when stationary when I do right and left , kindly advice
@fcpeuro2 жыл бұрын
Hello, we would advise you do a full inspection of your front end, as the noise can be coming from your strut mounts to your tie rods or control arms being worn. A good starting point would be to jack up the front end safely, and have someone turn the wheel inside for you while you inspect below.
@RefinedRandy Жыл бұрын
Great video! I have a 2015 S3 with mag-ride. Suspension is 100% OEM. Lately I've been getting a "knock" noise when going over large bumps or holes at low speeds, and when turning in/out of a driveway with a sloping apron. No knocking at higher speeds. Not even any at 35mph. Even when hitting large bumps or holes at higher speeds, nothing. Low speed only, like 15mph or slower, on bigger bumps and holes, and when turning in/out of sloped driveways. Any ideas? I appreciate any insight.
@jeffst.hilaire7859 Жыл бұрын
Top Strut mounts
@FernandoDiaz-hw4wn Жыл бұрын
I had the same exact issue 6 months back. Dealer (under warranty) started with the strut mounts and though it reduced the "knock" noise, it did not remove entirely. They determined it was the strut even though it was not leaking yet.
@danyvuong41459 ай бұрын
Can we install this shock absorber on a Audi s3 with electronic control ?
@fcpeuro9 ай бұрын
There are electronic dampers available on FCPEuro.com for your model. While you may physically be able to install it, an error light will persist.