How to lower the subframe and refitting the Rack and Pinions steering gear on 2015 Audi A3?

In this process, locating pins have to be used to bring down the subframe in order to properly position the front wheel. Refitting will require new mounting bolts and nuts. Disassemble the battery, raise the car and extract parts to get to the rack and pinions. Check the rack and pinions, re-fit parts and check wheel alignment later.

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2015 Audi A3 Gear Assembly Part Number: 5Q1-423-055-MX
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- Other Name: Steering; Gear Assembly
- Replaced by: 5Q1-423-055-M
- Replaces: 5Q1-423-055-FX, 5Q1-423-055-EX, 5Q1-423-055-DX, 5Q1-423-055-GX, 5Q1-423-055-KX, 5Q1-423-055-AX, 5Q1-423-055-CX
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 5Q1-423-055-MX
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Audi's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2015 Audi A3 Submodels:
- Premium, Premium Plus, Prestige, TDI Premium, TDI Premium Plus, TDI Prestige, Titanium | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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2015 Audi A3 Gear Assembly Part Number: 5Q1-423-056-JX
$2710.21 MSRP: $3253.56
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Steering; Gear Assembly, Steering Gear
- Replaced by: 5Q1-423-056-J
- Replaces: 5Q1-423-056-GX, 5Q1-423-056-AX, 5Q1-423-056-DX, 5Q1-423-056-CX, 5Q1-423-056-FX, 5Q1-423-056-EX
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 5Q1-423-056-JX
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Audi's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2015 Audi A3 Submodels:
- Premium, Premium Plus, Prestige, TDI Premium, TDI Premium Plus, TDI Prestige, Titanium | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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2015 Audi A3 Steering Gear Part Number: 5Q1-423-056-F
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- Other Name: Steering; Gear Assembly, Steering Gear
- Replaces: 5Q1-423-056-D, 5Q1-423-056-E, 5Q1-423-056-C, 5Q1-423-056-A
- Item Weight: 23.00 Pounds
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 5Q1-423-056-F
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Audi's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2015 Audi A3 Submodels:
- Premium, Premium Plus, Prestige, TDI Premium, TDI Premium Plus, TDI Prestige, Titanium | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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2015 Audi A3 Gear Assembly Part Number: 5Q1-423-055-M
$2180.66 MSRP: $2617.84
You Save: $437.18 (17%)
Ships in 1-2 Business Days
ADD TO CART
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Steering; Gear Assembly, Steering Gear
- Replaces: 5Q1-423-055-A, 5Q1-423-055-E, 5Q1-423-055-G, 5Q1-423-055-D, 5Q1-423-055-F, 5Q1-423-055-C, 5Q1-423-055-K
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 5Q1-423-055-M
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Audi's factory warranty.
Fits the following 2015 Audi A3 Submodels:
- Premium, Premium Plus, Prestige, TDI Premium, TDI Premium Plus, TDI Prestige, Titanium | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS

2015 Audi A3 Rack and Pinions Parts and Q&A

Q: How to lower the subframe and refitting the Rack and Pinions steering gear on 2015 Audi A3?
A: In this process, locating pins have to be used to bring down the subframe in order to properly position the front wheel. Refitting will require new mounting bolts and nuts. Disassemble the battery, raise the car and extract parts to get to the rack and pinions. Check the rack and pinions, re-fit parts and check wheel alignment later.