How to change front anti roll bar links on Audi A3 8L1 – replacement guide
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Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
AUDI A3 Hatchback (8L1) 1.6,
AUDI A3 Hatchback (8L1) 1.8 T,
AUDI A3 Hatchback (8L1) 1.9 TDI,
AUDI A3 Hatchback (8L1) 1.9 TDI,
AUDI A3 Hatchback (8L1) 1.8 T quattro,
AUDI A3 Hatchback (8L1) S3 quattro,
AUDI A3 Hatchback (8L1) 1.8 T quattro,
AUDI A3 Hatchback (8L1) 1.8 T,
AUDI A3 Hatchback (8L1) 1.9 TDI,
AUDI A3 Hatchback (8L1) 1.6,
AUDI A3 Hatchback (8L1) 1.9 TDI quattro,
AUDI A3 Hatchback (8L1) 1.9 TDI,
AUDI A3 Hatchback (8L1) S3 quattro
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The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
How to change front anti roll bar link / front drop link on AUDI A3 1 (8L1) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]
All the parts you need to replace – Anti Roll Bar Links for A3 Hatchback (8L1) and other AUDI models
Replace the stabiliser links on Audi A3 8L1 in pairs.
The replacement procedure is identical for both stabiliser links on the same axle.
All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: anti roll bar links – Audi A3 8L1. Use the following procedure:
Step 1
Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
Step 2
Clean the stabiliser link fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
Step 3
Unscrew the fasteners connecting the stabiliser link to the stabiliser bar and to the suspension control arm. Use a combination spanner #16. Use a torque wrench.
Step 4
Remove the stabilizer rod.
Step 5
Clean all joints of the stabiliser link. Use a wire brush. Treat all joints of the stabiliser link. Use WD-40 spray.
Replacement: anti roll bar links – Audi A3 8L1. AUTODOC recommends:
Wear protective goggles.
Step 6
Install a new rod, tighten the fasteners. Important! Be sure to use new fasteners. Use a combination spanner #16. Use a drive socket #16. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 15 Nm torque.+90°
Step 7
Lower the car.
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