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Identifying Suspension Variations

Various suspensions are offered as options. These variations are identified by part numbers. Running gear version installed in vehicle is indicated by the factory weight code on the vehicle data plate. See Fig 1 . Vehicle data plate is located in spare tire well and in service book. The following table identifies suspension versions. Identifying proper suspension version is critical for wheel alignment. See IDENTIFYING SUSPENSION VARIATIONS  table.

IDENTIFYING SUSPENSION VARIATIONS

Suspension Identification Code Suspension Variation
1BA Standard Suspension
1BD Sport Suspension S8
1BE Sport Suspension
1BG Suspension With Level Control System
1BN Suspension With Level Control System (Europe)
1BT (1) Rough Terrain Suspension
K8L Audi A8 Long Wheelbase
(1) Slight reinforcement raised about 7 mm.
Fig 1: Identifying Suspension Variation On Vehicle Data Plate
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