Audi Q7 2007 User Manual

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4.7 Suspension Strut, Air Suspension, Serv‐
icing
Note
♦ Boot must also be replaced when air spring is replaced.
♦ Observe repair notes for servicing suspension struts (air sus‐
pension), refer to
⇒ “4.4 Air Suspension Strut, Repair Information”, page 67 .
Special tools and workshop equipment required
♦ Torque Wrench 1332 40-200Nm - VAG1332-
♦ Shock Absorber Set - T10001-
– Remove suspension strut (air suspension) , refer to
⇒ “4.2 Air Suspension Strut, Removing and Installing”,
page 60 .
Note
♦ Check whether air spring is still filled with a residual pressure
of 3 bar.
♦ Press with thumbs on air spring boot. Boot must demonstrate
noticeable resistance.
♦ If great resistance is not noticed, air spring is not pressurized
and it must be replaced together with the residual pressure
retaining valve.
Suspension Strut (Air Suspension), Disassembling
– Clamp suspension strut (air suspension) at lower mount in vise
with protective clamps.
Make sure mount is not damaged.
Audi Q7 2007 ➤
Suspension, Wheels, Steering - Edition 01.2014
4. Air Suspension Strut, Upper Control Arm and Level Control System Sensor 71

Audi Q7 2007 Specifications

General

Brand	Audi
Model	Q7 2007
Category	Automobile
Language	English