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I’m about 90% complete with this job now I’m just waiting on a replacement spring as one of the ones I was sent was incorrect. Ordered on Monday but still not here frustratingly. It’s went a lot better than I was expecting a few tricky bolts etc and don’t get me started on the electric connector for the headlight levelling sensor! Here are some pics of the progress: I was able to keep the callipers connected by firstly removing the shock and passing it under the upper control arm which saved a bit of time. it’s been quite satisfying renewing the rear end with new components, bolts etc. Here is a better picture of why I replaced my subframe in the first place: It was actually the same both sides. Word of warning treat your subframe now before it’s too late! Also I couldn’t figure out how to remove the bushes and the ones on the replacement subframe were far better than mine were so I will be sending those back. I will update here if I run into any alignment issues. At the moment the subframe is only partially fitted to allow the spring replacement.

Got the same engine in a 2017 A4 Allroad. The 3.0 TDI and Tiptronic 8-speed is wonderful to drive. Loads of low end torque. On A6, then you have air suspension as standard. Normally pretty bullet proof, but these cars are getting on a bit, so due diligence and all that. If you have access to VCDS, then worth scanning the car for any historic faults. This will be Euro 6, so have AdBlue, DPF and EGR. Use premium diesel and don't do short start stop journeys. Make sure nothing has been deleted. Suspension wise, if over 100k miles check advisories on previous MOTs. Upper arm and front lower trailing arms (hydra bushes). Check all the toys work. Sat Nav will likely need update, and potentially need air con regas. History is critical, so that's oil changes every 5-8k miles, 10k miles at a push. Rear diff gear oil change by 100k miles and ZF make service kit for transmission. Personally I'd do by 8 years or 80k miles. Check bodywork, but normally age well with very little rust. Rear subframes known to get crusty, so wash down and coat with Lanoguard. Not aware of issues with panoramic sunroof if fitted. B8 A4 platform was different and plagued with issues. Clean out drain channels. Specific grease from VW to lube guides, although expensive.

It's a diesel, I have tried the cardboard underneath both when hot and cold and left overnight but there is nothing on it to suggest a leak.

Sadly no. I've part ex'd them with another set, ironically a set I dont need so they may appear here.

Thanks Gareth i am going to buy the full section this is how they are usually sold on eBay it also seems to be the cheapest option, the part number i am using for a comparison is from the driveshaft difficult to use part number from hub, no barcode or sticker part number. So I am buying the same part number driveshaft with the hub attached, I have now sourced and purchased one I’m hoping this will be the one. Fingers crossed. Thanks again for your response I appreciate it. Yes you would think that but no I am doing the hunting for the parts. Mine have been removed now so I am comparing parts via images and numbers but none seem to be exact.

Brilliant, thank you.

You can order the matrix lights on the myAudi app. I think one off £1 for a month initially on most the in app addons but thereafter user term choice and price dependant on pack.

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