Front end loose?

[JDale]

Hi guys, new to the forum but been reading it since i got my A3 last december.

My A3 has been great since i brought it, but one thing has bothered me, everytime a go over a speed hump or just bad road surface the front axle doesnt sound as 'solid' as i think it ought to. Almost as if its loose?!?

I reported it to the Audi dealer the first time and they said that the rear shocks needed changing and it was a common fault, that was done under warranty no probs but the front still hasnt sounded 'solid'.

Its going in for a service tomorrow as i've racked up the milage since having it and have asked them to check again but i always get the same response that they can never reproduce it!!

Has anyone got any ideas what it could be? I have read about a knocking noise from the front when stearing which isnt happening.Mine is only when i go over a bump with the wheels straight.

Thanks

A3 2.0 tdi (140) '53

[Niklock]

Thats your front anti roll bar bushes, its not dangerous just annoying

[JDale]

So is that something that every A3 suffers from or just some? If its just some i want to get it done on warranty (if Audi will do it!!)

Thanks for the reply!!

[sdk778]

Agree on the anti-roll bar bushes, just done mine, also check the drop links too, another weak spot on the A3.

[Crasher]

Agreed, front anti roll bar corroded under the bushes is the most likely cause, this is a very common problem on modern VAG products. Another problem I come across that sounds like it is from the front is the rear axle bushes, strange but true.

[JDale]

Thanks guys, cars going back in on thursday so will call them and ask if they can do it under warranty!