Ecmbuster

DIY means you have what's below
1. Service manual
2. Part manual

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required"
Hoist
Ball joint lever (If too tight to remove strut assy.)
Torque wrench
Clamping pliers T40067 .
Spring compressor V.A.G1752/1
Spring mounting tool V.A.G1752/2
2 Spring holders (80-165 mm) V.A.G1752/4
Spring holder for A8 V.A.G1752/6
Shock absorber set T10001/3
Shock absorber set T10001/4
Shock absorber set T10001/7
Shock absorber set T10001/11

Example of a vehicle data sticker found in spare tire area or drivers maint. manual
1BA = Standard suspension
1BE = Sports suspension (20 mm lower than 1BA)
1BD = Sports suspension (Audi S4)
1BR = Comfort / heavy-duty suspension (13 mm higher than 1BA)
1BV = Sports suspension (quattro GmbH)

maarp

So, not a DIY job then for a guy with a socket set and a pair of pliers.

Thanks for the info on the suspension types.

ProgMetalHead

My rear right side area squeeks when I go over small bumps in the road. I don't hear it on large bumps, but definitely the smaller ones. I assume it's the same thing? Need to oil 'er up?

Ecmbuster

Here's my answer to your question and point of view about oil.

Oil and rubber don't mix well, even if the components were some type of neoprene, the oil does nothing but mask an issue that is beginning to fail.

Worst case is when the rubber has disengaged from the cylinder or sleeve that keeps the bushings intact. It's too late, the damage or wear can't be reversed. Follow the advice about testing the suspension on a drive on rack. Bounce, listen and feel for the noise. I use a Stethoscope to "listen" for noises. There are electronic versions available that work very well.

thealla

Ahhhh I don't know

I just took my car to IT so they will prob take care all that

I don't know, but in my case, if you don't know what the problems are, take it to the doctor.

maarp

There are about 6000 codes on the sticker, but I eventually found 1BE. Whadya know...sports suspension.

maarp

Wow. Contacted the Audi dealer, they want $376 per shock. You guys weren't kidding when you said German parts are more expensive.

Best price I've seen online is $135 each from TireRack, but that's USD, so add another 20%. Any suggestions where to look?

Ecmbuster

Contact your local Euro repair facility. That facility may deal with a company called Auto-Camping. That company supplies OEM quality VW, Audi, BMW, Mercedes etc. etc. etc. parts to the Euro repair facilities. Auto-Camping does not supply any parts to individuals.

My company also provides those parts but, this is the big BUT! There is no installed warranty unless installed by a certified repair facility. Only the parts have a manufacturer defect warranty. Any warranty issue goes directly to the company that provided the parts.

maarp

Found some rear shocks for $196 each at autopartsway.ca. It was about the only place I found that differentiated between regular and sport suspension, and were less than $300.

Even TireRack just sold one size of shock. Since the ride height is lowered by 20mm from stock, how could one size possibly fit all? I'm a little disappointed in them...I thought they were better than that.

A-dub

I am wondering what the problem was as well.