D4 Audi a8 2011-17 front air strut removal

First part of replacing a airspring without buying a complete strut assembly. In this first half I remove the strut from the vehicule.
In the next part I will be putting a new air srping on the damper and complete installation.

[@cmoreno4660]

Thanks for showing us how to remove man, we really appreciate it

[@Nordic_Mechanic]

Happy to help

[@Ruffedges]

Thanks for taking the time to make this video. On the D3, removing the brake assembly wasn't required. Is it on the D4 required or preferred?

[@Nordic_Mechanic]

Same as D3, prefered. I always remove it to do a brake relube "while im in there".

[@Tgarrett16]

Where did u put the pry bar to get the damper to stop coming back down… that’s my issue

[@Nordic_Mechanic]

I didnt use a prybar. Look starting at 14:17. I explain how I removed the lower fork bolt to create clearance

[@Nordic_Mechanic]

and of course, fully deflated bag. Remove residual pressure valve first so it's easier to work with