0 P-3881 Arnott New Air Suspension Compressor Audi A8 Quattro/S8 (D3, w/V8 Gas Engine Only) 200

Air Suspension Compressor Removal

The compressor is located on the vehicle’s driver side behind the front bumper. (Figure 1)

1 Set steering to straight ahead.

2 Raise vehicle.

3 Remove front left wheel. (Figures 2, 3, 4)

4 Locate and remove the screws from the inner fender well. (Figure 5)

5 Remove inner fender well from vehicle. (Figure 6)

6 Loosen and remove skid plate fasteners and remove the skid plate to expose vehicle’s air suspension compressor. (Figures 7, 8)

7 Locate and disconnect all three electrical plugs from the compressor. (Figure 9)

8 Locate and remove the air line. Remove the air line fitting from the air hose and discard. (Figures 10, 11)

9 Locate the intake tube. Slide the spring clamp down the hose and disconnect from the compressor. (Figures 12, 13)

10 Locate and remove the three mounting nuts along with the mounting hardware. (Figures 14, 15, 16, 17, 18)

Air Suspension Compressor Installation

Tighten all nuts and bolts to manufacturer’s specifications during the installation process.

Do not remove the air fitting from the air suspension compressor. Doing so may cause damage or void warranty. Remove the white shipping pin from the new air fitting and insert the air line until fully secure.

1 Installation is in reverse order of air suspension compressor removal.

WARNING

Cracked air springs must be changed to validate the warranty on the compressor

Please read additional warranty information on the back of your invoice

Proper procedure for assessing your air spring’s condition

1 Turn off air suspension switch if equipped.

2 Refer to owner’s manual for proper lifting techniques and jacking points.

3 Raise the vehicle.

4 Inspect air springs for any type of cracks or excessive wear. Cracks in air springs are evident if they are leaking. This will cause the compressor to overheat from continuous operation.