2016 Audi A3 Suspension Parts

This table covers the cam bolts and plates used to set camber at the knuckle. Typical signs include warpage, cracks, or a plate that no longer locates the assembly. Confirm which plate the notes describe — backing plates, clutch plates and strike plates are different parts. Read more

This group shows a single part: MOOG K100407.

This table covers the Axle bushings. Typical signs include a clunk over bumps, or a torn or walked-out bushing you can see. Press the new bushing square. A cocked bushing will tear in a few thousand miles. Read more

3 Axle Bushing parts are listed for the 2016 Audi A3, from DORMAN and VAICO.

The Daily Driver section lists 1 option from VAICO — grouped for everyday commuting duty. VAICO V105416 is listed in this group.

In the Economy grade, DORMAN supplies 1 part: the catalog's value-priced group. A representative part number is DORMAN 533022.

1 ungrouped part is not assigned to a grade, with the same engine-level match.

Part numbers include VAICO V105416 and DORMAN 533022, among others listed above.

This table covers the ball joints that articulate each control arm at the knuckle. Read more

28 Ball Joint parts for the 2016 Audi A3 come from 10 brands — SUSPENSIA, DORMAN, MEVOTECH and 7 other brands. The "Popular" part is DORMAN 538814. They are grouped as Daily Driver and Economy, with Daily Driver the largest group at 17 parts from SUSPENSIA, DORMAN, MEVOTECH and 3 other brands.

This table covers the bump stops that limit suspension travel. Read more

6 Bump Stop parts are listed for the 2016 Audi A3, from VAICO and REIN. REIN AVZ0559 carries the "Popular" badge.

This group includes REIN AVZ0559, VAICO V106089 and VAICO V106091 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the coil springs that carry vehicle weight at each corner. Typical signs include a sagging corner, a clunk through the spring, or a broken coil that you can see from the wheel well. Replace springs in axle pairs and inspect the seats and isolators while the spring is out. Read more

9 Coil Spring parts are listed for the 2016 Audi A3, from LESJÖFORS and SUPLEX. LESJÖFORS 4204293 carries the "Popular" badge.

Part numbers include LESJÖFORS 4204293, SUPLEX 03355 and LESJÖFORS 4204301, among others listed above.

This table covers the rubber and polyurethane isolators that seat coil springs. Typical signs include a squeak from the spring pocket, or a spring that has walked off its seat. Replace the isolator whenever the spring is out — a crushed seat will noise a brand-new spring. Read more

2 Coil Spring Seat / Insulator parts for the 2016 Audi A3 come from ENERGY SUSPENSION.

Listed part numbers: ENERGY SUSPENSION 156105G and ENERGY SUSPENSION 96118G.

This table covers the control arms that locate each hub relative to the chassis. Typical signs include clunks over bumps, a wander on the highway, or inner-edge tire wear. Get an alignment after any control-arm work, and inspect the ball joint and bushings that came with the arm. Read more

48 Control Arm parts for the 2016 Audi A3 come from 9 brands — MEVOTECH, SUSPENSIA, DORMAN and 6 other brands. The "Popular" part is DORMAN 526631. They are grouped as Daily Driver and Economy, with Daily Driver the largest group at 33 parts from MEVOTECH, SUSPENSIA, DORMAN and 2 other brands.

This table covers the bolts that anchor a control arm to the chassis or subframe. Read more

3 Control Arm Anchor Bolt parts for the 2016 Audi A3 come from 2 brands — REIN and VAICO.

Listed part numbers: REIN HWB1045, REIN HWB1046 and VAICO V106608.

This table covers the bushings pressed into each control arm. Typical signs include a clunk over bumps, or a torn or walked-out bushing you can see. Press the new bushing square. A cocked bushing will tear in a few thousand miles. Read more

16 Control Arm Bushing parts for the 2016 Audi A3 come from 8 brands — DORMAN, MOOG, DELPHI and 5 other brands. The "Popular" part is MEVOTECH MS70403.

Daily Driver: 9 parts, from MOOG, DELPHI, MEVOTECH and 2 other brands. A representative part number is MEVOTECH MS70403.

The Economy section: 7 options from DORMAN, FVP, MEVOTECH and 1 other brand. DORMAN 905537 is listed in this group.

This table covers the Electronic Suspension control modules. Read more

One part is listed for the 2016 Audi A3 — BILSTEIN 14230615.

This table covers the Ride Height sensors. Typical signs include a warning lamp, a stored code, or a reading that drops out when the harness is wiggled. Inspect the connector and ground before replacing the sensor — wiring faults are often condemned as bad sensors. Read more

8 Ride Height Sensor parts for the 2016 Audi A3 come from 3 brands — ÜRO PARTS, ARNOTT and VEMO. The "Popular" part is ÜRO PARTS 5Q0412522C.

This group includes ÜRO PARTS 5Q0412522C, ÜRO PARTS 5Q0512521J and ARNOTT RH5046 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the shocks and struts that damp wheel motion. Typical signs include a nose that keeps bouncing, cupped tires, or fluid weeping down the body. Replace shocks or struts in axle pairs and renew the mounts if they are torn or collapsed. Read more

17 Shock / Strut parts for the 2016 Audi A3 come from 6 brands — BILSTEIN, SACHS, KYB and 3 other brands. The "Popular" part is BILSTEIN 24229937.

The Economy section: 1 option from PRT. PRT 933384 is listed in this group.

In the Increased Handling/Stability grade, BILSTEIN supplies 3 parts: grouped under the catalog's "Increased Handling/Stability" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is BILSTEIN 24229937.

The Original Ride Quality section lists 13 options from SACHS, KYB, FCS and 2 other brands — grouped under the catalog's "Original Ride Quality" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. FCS 335970 is listed in this group.

This table covers complete strut assemblies with the spring already installed. Read more

4 Shock / Strut & Coil Spring Assembly parts for the 2016 Audi A3 come from 4 brands — GSP, PRT, FCS and 1 other brand.

The Economy section: 2 options from GSP and PRT. GSP 813002 is listed in this group.

The Original Ride Quality section: 2 options from FCS and TOP NOTCH. FCS 1335818 is listed in this group.

This group includes GSP 813002, PRT 920700 and FCS 1335818 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the Shock / Strut bearings. Typical signs include a growl that rises with speed, or play in the shaft or hub. Set preload the way the notes specify. A dry or crushed bearing fails quickly. Read more

3 Shock / Strut Bearing parts for the 2016 Audi A3 come from VAICO.

Part numbers include VAICO V104969, VAICO V104918 and VAICO V1049181.

This table covers the Shock / Strut bellows. Read more

6 Shock / Strut Bellow parts are listed for the 2016 Audi A3, from SKP, DORMAN, FVP and 2 other brands. SKP SK90462 carries the "Popular" badge.

Part numbers include SKP SK90462, SKP SK90461 and DORMAN 540206, among others listed above.

This table covers the upper mounts (and bearings) a strut bolts through at the tower. Typical signs include a clunk on takeoff, a vibration at idle, or a separated rubber insert. Support the powertrain before unbolting a mount, and torque the fasteners in the notes. Read more

7 Shock / Strut Mount parts are listed for the 2016 Audi A3, from SACHS, ÜRO PARTS, KYB and 1 other brand. KYB SM5867 carries the "Popular" badge.

The Daily Driver section: 5 options from SACHS, KYB and BECK/ARNLEY. KYB SM5867 is listed in this group.

Economy: 2 parts, from ÜRO PARTS. A representative part number is ÜRO PARTS 5Q0412331D.

Part numbers include KYB SM5867, BECK/ARNLEY 1018818 and SACHS 802696, among others listed above.

This table covers the Shock Dust covers. Read more

This group shows a single part: MARELLI KPR106.

This table covers the Subframe mounts. Typical signs include a clunk on takeoff, a vibration at idle, or a separated rubber insert. Support the powertrain before unbolting a mount, and torque the fasteners in the notes. Read more

3 Subframe Mount parts are listed for the 2016 Audi A3, from WESTAR and REIN.

This group includes REIN AVM0767, WESTAR EM9257 and WESTAR EM9259.

This table covers the Suspension kits. Read more

4 Suspension Kit parts for the 2016 Audi A3 come from BILSTEIN.

In the Adjustable Performance grade, BILSTEIN supplies 2 parts: grouped under the catalog's "Adjustable Performance" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is BILSTEIN 47251588.

Increased Handling/Stability: 1 part, from BILSTEIN. A representative part number is BILSTEIN 47342941.

1 further part sits outside the graded sections, with the same engine-level match.

This group includes BILSTEIN 47251588, BILSTEIN 48251570 and BILSTEIN 47342941 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the links that connect the anti-roll bar to each control arm or strut. Typical signs include a clunk on one wheel over a driveway, or a rattle that goes away when you lean on the bar. Replace links in pairs; a seized stud often takes the bushing with it. Read more

19 Sway Bar Link parts for the 2016 Audi A3 come from 10 brands — SUSPENSIA, MEVOTECH, DELPHI and 7 other brands. The "Popular" part is DELPHI TC3410.

Daily Driver: 10 parts, from SUSPENSIA, DELPHI, DORMAN and 2 other brands. A representative part number is DELPHI TC3410.

The Economy section: 9 options from FVP, BECK/ARNLEY, VAICO and 3 other brands. FVP SL43255 is listed in this group.

This table covers the Sway Bar Link nuts. Read more

One part is listed for the 2016 Audi A3 — VAICO V105839.