Self Study Program 960103 – The 2011 Audi A8 Running Gear and Suspension Systems
VAG SSP 960103. The primary 2011 Audi A8 development objective for its running gear and suspension systems was to enhance the already exceptional driving dynamics and comfort of previous Audi A8 models. For example, the five-link front axle, trapezoidal link rear axle, as well as the Adaptive Air Suspension, have been further refined. A new high speed FlexRay bus system quickly provides vehicle dynamic information to relevant systems. A new central sensor control module reduces the number of sensors in the vehicle.
As with its predecessor, the Adaptive Air Suspension system (PR Number 1BK) is standard equipment on the 2011 Audi A8. An adaptive sport running gear and suspension (PR Number 2MA) is optional. When compared to the standard 1BK suspension, the optional adaptive sport running gear lowers the ride position of the vehicle by approximately 0.40 in (10 mm).
CONTENTS
- Introduction
- Axle and Wheel Alignment
- Front Axle Overview
- Front Axle Components
- Rear Axle Overview
- Rear Axle Components
- Wheel Alignment
- Adaptive Air Suspension
- Overview
- System Components
- Control Strategy
- Operation and Driver Information
- Service Work
- Brake System
- Overview
- System Components
- ESP
- Overview
- System Functions/Subsystems
- Sensor Electronics Control Module J849
- Overview
- Design and Function
- Service Work
- Steering System
- Overview
- System Components
- Dynamic Steering
- Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
- Overview
- System Components
- Functions
- Example
- ACC Function Expansion
- Operation and Driver Information
- Networking/CAN Data Exchange
- Service Work
- Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS)
- Self-Study Programs for the 2011 Audi A8
- Knowledge Assessment
The Self-Study Program provides introductory information regarding the design and function of new models, automotive components or technologies.
The Self-Study Program is not a Repair Manual!
All values given are intended as a guideline only.
Refer to the software version valid at the time of publication of the SSP.
For maintenance and repair work, always refer to the current technical literature.
Language: English
Format: PDF
Pages: 60
Self Study Program 960103 – The 2011 Audi A8 Running Gear and Suspension Systems