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This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW Golf VI Variant (AJ5) 1.6 MultiFuel, VW Golf VI Variant (AJ5) 2.0 TDI, VW Golf VI Variant (AJ5) 1.6, VW Golf VI Variant (AJ5) 1.4, VW Golf VI Variant (AJ5) 1.4 TSI, VW Golf VI Variant (AJ5) 1.4 TSI, VW Golf VI Variant (AJ5) 1.6 TDI, VW Golf VI Variant (AJ5) 1.6 TDI 4motion, VW Golf VI Variant (AJ5) 1.2 TSI, VW Golf VI Variant (AJ5) 1.6 TDI, VW Golf VI Variant (AJ5) 1.2 TSI, VW Golf VI Variant (AJ5) 2.0 TDI, VW Golf VI Variant (AJ5) 2.5, VW Golf VI Variant (AJ5) 2.0 TFSI, VW Golf VI Variant (AJ5) 2.0 TDI, VW Golf VI Variant (AJ5) 1.6 BiFuel View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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All the parts you need to replace – ABS Sensor for Golf VI Variant (AJ5) and other VW models
Tools
Replacement: ABS sensor – VW GOLF VI Variant (AJ5). List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
Nylon cleaning brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Electronic spray
Multipurpose grease
Copper grease
Torque wrench
HEX bit No.H5
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Flat screwdriver
Wheel chock
Replacement: ABS sensor – VW GOLF VI Variant (AJ5). AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: ABS sensor – VW GOLF VI Variant (AJ5). Use the following procedure:
  1. Step 1
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
    Step 2
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  2. Step 3
    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 4
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. VW GOLF VI Variant (AJ5)
  3. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  4. Step 6
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    Detach the ABS sensor connector.
  5. Step 7
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    Clean the ABS sensor fastener. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  6. Step 8
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    Unscrew the ABS sensor fastener. Use HEX No.H5. Use a ratchet wrench.
  7. Step 9
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    Disconnect the ABS sensor.
  8. Step 10
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    Clean the ABS sensor mounting seat. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  9. Step 11
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    Treat the ABS sensor fastener. Use a multipurpose grease. Use a flat screwdriver.
  10. Step 12
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    Connect the ABS sensor.
  11. Step 13
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    Tighten the fastener that connects the ABS sensor to the steering knuckle. Use HEX No.H5. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 7 Nm torque.
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