2016 Audi S3 Suspension Parts

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

23 Ball Joint parts for the 2016 Audi S3 come from 11 brands — MEVOTECH, DELPHI, MOOG and 8 other brands. The "Popular" part is DELPHI TC1731.

In the Daily Driver grade, DELPHI, MOOG, SUSPENSIA and 3 other brands supply 11 parts: grouped for everyday commuting duty. A representative part number is DELPHI TC1731.

The Economy section lists 12 options from FAMOUS BRAND, BECK/ARNLEY, FVP and 3 other brands — the catalog's value-priced group. FAMOUS BRAND 2700234674 is listed in this group.

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

6 Bump Stop parts are listed for the 2016 Audi S3, 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

SUPLEX supplies the 4 Coil Spring parts for the 2016 Audi S3.

Listed part numbers: SUPLEX 03355, SUPLEX 39528 and SUPLEX 39561, plus the other parts 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

This group shows a single part: 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

47 Control Arm parts for the 2016 Audi S3 come from 9 brands — MEVOTECH, SUSPENSIA, DELPHI and 6 other brands. The "Popular" part is DELPHI TC3425. Grades run from Daily Driver through Economy; Daily Driver is the most populated section, led by SUSPENSIA, MEVOTECH, DELPHI 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 S3 come from 2 brands — REIN and VAICO.

Part numbers include 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

21 Control Arm Bushing parts for the 2016 Audi S3 come from 9 brands — MEVOTECH, VAICO, MOOG and 6 other brands. The "Popular" part is MEVOTECH MS70403.

Daily Driver: 10 parts, from MOOG, DELPHI, MEVOTECH and 2 other brands. A representative part number is MEVOTECH MS70403.

The Economy section: 9 options from VAICO, DORMAN, MEVOTECH and 1 other brand. VAICO V101454 is listed in this group.

2 further parts sit outside the graded sections, with the same engine-level match.

This table covers the Electronic Suspension control modules. Read more

One part is listed for the 2016 Audi S3 — 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

7 Ride Height Sensor parts for the 2016 Audi S3 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 RH5296 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

7 Shock / Strut parts for the 2016 Audi S3 come from 2 brands — BILSTEIN and ARNOTT. The "Popular" part is BILSTEIN 24229937.

In the Increased Handling/Stability grade, BILSTEIN supplies 2 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 5 options from ARNOTT and BILSTEIN — grouped under the catalog's "Original Ride Quality" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. ARNOTT MR5368 is listed in this group.

Part numbers include BILSTEIN 24229937, BILSTEIN 35229919 and ARNOTT MR5368, among others listed 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 S3 come from VAICO.

This group includes VAICO V104970, 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 S3, from SKP, DORMAN, FVP and 2 other brands. SKP SK90462 carries the "Popular" badge.

This group includes SKP SK90462, SKP SK90461 and DORMAN 540206 and the remaining parts 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

5 Shock / Strut Mount parts are listed for the 2016 Audi S3, from SACHS, KYB, ÜRO PARTS and 1 other brand. KYB SM5867 carries the "Popular" badge.

The Daily Driver section: 3 options from SACHS and KYB. KYB SM5867 is listed in this group.

Economy: 1 part, from ÜRO PARTS. A representative part number is ÜRO PARTS 5Q0412331D.

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

Listed part numbers: KYB SM5867, SACHS 802696 and SACHS 803010, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the Shock Dust covers. Read more

This group shows a single part: MARELLI KPR106.

This table covers the Subframe 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 Subframe Bushing parts for the 2016 Audi S3 come from 2 brands — DORMAN and REIN.

Part numbers include DORMAN 537961, DORMAN 537962 and REIN AVM0765.

This table covers the Suspension kits. Read more

5 Suspension Kit parts for the 2016 Audi S3 come from BILSTEIN. The "Popular" part is BILSTEIN 47251588.

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: 2 parts, from BILSTEIN. A representative part number is BILSTEIN 46261212.

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

Part numbers include BILSTEIN 47251588, BILSTEIN 48251570 and BILSTEIN 46261212, among others listed 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

20 Sway Bar Link parts for the 2016 Audi S3 come from 11 brands — MEVOTECH, VAICO, DELPHI and 8 other brands. The "Popular" part is DELPHI TC3410.

Daily Driver: 10 parts, from DELPHI, DORMAN, SUSPENSIA and 3 other brands. A representative part number is DELPHI TC3410.

The Economy section: 10 options from VAICO, FVP, BECK/ARNLEY and 3 other brands. FVP SL43255 is listed in this group.

This table covers the Sway Bar Link nuts. Read more

VAICO supplies both parts for the 2016 Audi S3.

Part numbers include VAICO V107505 and VAICO V105839.