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Rear axle
The rear axle represents a further development of
the trapezoid link axle, with which you may be
familiar from the A4’00. Because of the geometric
and kinematic changes compared with the
predecessor vehicle and the use of the trapezoid
link axle, all axle components are new parts.
The axle struts are now longer compared with
the A4`00 in order to guarantee a larger toe width.
For vehicles with the V8 TDI engine with quattro
drive, the rear axle track width will be reduced in
order to fit wider tires. This will be realised by using
modified wheel hubs and a greater wheel offset.
Wheel carrier
Shock
absorber
Spring
Subframe
Transverse
control arm
Trap ezoidal con trol arm
Wheel bearing
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