2017 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

One part is listed for the 2017 Audi A3 — 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

This group shows a single part: DORMAN 533022.

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

19 Ball Joint parts are listed for the 2017 Audi A3, from MEVOTECH, SUSPENSIA, MOOG and 5 other brands. MEVOTECH MK500016 carries the "Popular" badge.

The Daily Driver section lists 11 options from SUSPENSIA, MEVOTECH, MOOG and 2 other brands — grouped for everyday commuting duty. MEVOTECH MK500016 is listed in this group.

In the Economy grade, BECK/ARNLEY, FVP, MEVOTECH and 1 other brand supply 8 parts: the catalog's value-priced group. A representative part number is BECK/ARNLEY 1015973.

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

4 Coil Spring parts for the 2017 Audi A3 come from LESJÖFORS.

Part numbers include LESJÖFORS 4204299, LESJÖFORS 4204291 and LESJÖFORS 4204293, 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

One part is listed for the 2017 Audi A3 — 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

40 Control Arm parts are listed for the 2017 Audi A3, from MEVOTECH, SUSPENSIA, DORMAN and 4 other brands. MEVOTECH CMS701141 carries the "Popular" badge. Daily Driver and Economy are all represented, and Daily Driver alone accounts for 26 parts.

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

One part is listed for the 2017 Audi A3 — 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

12 Control Arm Bushing parts are listed for the 2017 Audi A3, from DORMAN, MOOG, MEVOTECH and 3 other brands. MEVOTECH MS70403 carries the "Popular" badge.

The Daily Driver section: 6 options from MOOG, MEVOTECH, CENTRIC and 1 other brand. MEVOTECH MS70403 is listed in this group.

Economy: 6 parts, from DORMAN, FVP and MEVOTECH. A representative part number is DORMAN 905537.

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

6 Ride Height Sensor parts are listed for the 2017 Audi A3, from ÜRO PARTS and ARNOTT. ÜRO PARTS 5Q0412522C carries the "Popular" badge.

Listed part numbers: ÜRO PARTS 5Q0412522C, ÜRO PARTS 5Q0512521J and ARNOTT RH5046, plus the other 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

6 Shock / Strut parts are listed for the 2017 Audi A3, from TOP NOTCH, KYB and FCS. FCS 346480 carries the "Popular" badge.

Listed part numbers: FCS 346480, KYB 3448024 and KYB 3348039, plus the other parts above.

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

4 Shock / Strut & Coil Spring Assembly parts are listed for the 2017 Audi A3, from GSP, PRT, FCS and 1 other brand.

Economy: 2 parts, from GSP and PRT. A representative part number is GSP 813002.

In the Original Ride Quality grade, FCS and TOP NOTCH supply 2 parts: grouped under the catalog's "Original Ride Quality" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is FCS 1335818.

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

This table covers the Shock / Strut bellows. Read more

5 Shock / Strut Bellow parts for the 2017 Audi A3 come from 4 brands — SKP, DORMAN, FVP and 1 other brand. The "Popular" part is SKP SK90462.

Part numbers include SKP SK90462, DORMAN 540206 and FVP BS811009, 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

5 Shock / Strut Mount parts for the 2017 Audi A3 come from 4 brands — SACHS, KYB, BECK/ARNLEY and 1 other brand. The "Popular" part is KYB SM5867.

Daily Driver: 4 parts, from SACHS, KYB and BECK/ARNLEY. A representative part number is KYB SM5867.

The Economy section: 1 option from ÜRO PARTS. ÜRO PARTS 5Q0412331D is listed in this group.

Listed part numbers: KYB SM5867, BECK/ARNLEY 1018818 and SACHS 802696, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the Shock Dust covers. Read more

One part is listed for the 2017 Audi A3 — MARELLI KPR106.

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

14 Sway Bar Link parts are listed for the 2017 Audi A3, from SUSPENSIA, MEVOTECH, DORMAN and 4 other brands. DORMAN 542027 carries the "Popular" badge.

The Daily Driver section: 8 options from SUSPENSIA, DORMAN, MEVOTECH and 1 other brand. DORMAN 542027 is listed in this group.

Economy: 6 parts, from FVP, BECK/ARNLEY, MEVOTECH and 1 other brand. A representative part number is FVP SL43255.