2018 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

One part is listed for the 2018 Audi A3 — DORMAN 533022.

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

19 Ball Joint parts for the 2018 Audi A3 come from 8 brands — MEVOTECH, SUSPENSIA, MOOG and 5 other brands. The "Popular" part is MEVOTECH MK500016.

In the Daily Driver grade, SUSPENSIA, MEVOTECH, MOOG and 2 other brands supply 11 parts: grouped for everyday commuting duty. A representative part number is MEVOTECH MK500016.

The Economy section lists 8 options from BECK/ARNLEY, FVP, MEVOTECH and 1 other brand — the catalog's value-priced group. BECK/ARNLEY 1015973 is listed in this group.

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

LESJÖFORS supplies both parts for the 2018 Audi A3.

This group includes LESJÖFORS 4204301 and LESJÖFORS 4004309.

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

37 Control Arm parts for the 2018 Audi A3 come from 6 brands — MEVOTECH, SUSPENSIA, DORMAN and 3 other brands. The "Popular" part is MEVOTECH CMS701140. Grades run from Daily Driver through Economy; Daily Driver is the most populated section, led by MEVOTECH, SUSPENSIA, DORMAN and 1 other brand.

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 for the 2018 Audi A3 come from 6 brands — DORMAN, MOOG, MEVOTECH and 3 other brands. The "Popular" part is MEVOTECH MS70403.

Daily Driver: 6 parts, from MOOG, MEVOTECH, CENTRIC and 1 other brand. A representative part number is MEVOTECH MS70403.

The Economy section: 6 options from DORMAN, FVP and MEVOTECH. DORMAN 905537 is listed in this group.

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 for the 2018 Audi A3 come from 2 brands — ÜRO PARTS and ARNOTT. The "Popular" part is ÜRO PARTS 5Q0412522C.

Part numbers include ÜRO PARTS 5Q0412522C, ÜRO PARTS 5Q0512521J and ARNOTT RH5046, among others listed 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 for the 2018 Audi A3 come from 3 brands — TOP NOTCH, KYB and FCS. The "Popular" part is FCS 346480.

Listed part numbers: FCS 346480, KYB 3358015 and KYB 3448024, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the Shock / Strut bellows. Read more

5 Shock / Strut Bellow parts are listed for the 2018 Audi A3, from SKP, DORMAN, FVP and 1 other brand. SKP SK90462 carries the "Popular" badge.

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

4 Shock / Strut Mount parts are listed for the 2018 Audi A3, from BECK/ARNLEY, KYB, DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL and 1 other brand.

The Daily Driver section: 2 options from BECK/ARNLEY and KYB. BECK/ARNLEY 1018818 is listed in this group.

Economy: 2 parts, from DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL and ÜRO PARTS. A representative part number is DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL 4714226.

This group includes BECK/ARNLEY 1018818, KYB SM5867 and DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL 4714226 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the Shock Dust covers. Read more

This group shows a single part: 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

18 Sway Bar Link parts for the 2018 Audi A3 come from 9 brands — SUSPENSIA, MEVOTECH, DORMAN and 6 other brands. The "Popular" part is SUSPENSIA X52SL4374.

Daily Driver: 10 parts, from SUSPENSIA, DORMAN, MEVOTECH and 2 other brands. A representative part number is SUSPENSIA X52SL4374.

The Economy section: 8 options from FVP, QUICK STEER, BECK/ARNLEY and 2 other brands. FVP SL43255 is listed in this group.