Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA) 1.6 E-Power, AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA) RS3 quattro, AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA) 1.6, AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA) 1.9 TDI, AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA) 1.6 FSI, AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA) 2.0 FSI, AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA) 3.2 V6 quattro, AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA) 2.0 TDI 16V, AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA) 2.0 TFSI, AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA) 2.0 TFSI quattro, AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA) 2.0 TDI, AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA) 2.0 TDI 16V quattro, AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA) 2.0 TDI, AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA) 2.0 TDI quattro, AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA) 2.0 TDI, AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA) 2.0 TDI quattro, AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA) 1.8 TFSI, AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA) 1.4 TFSI, AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA) S3 quattro, AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA) 1.8 TFSI quattro, AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA) 1.6 TDI, AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA) 1.6 TDI, AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA) 2.0 TDI, AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA) 1.2 TSI, AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA) S3 quattro, AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA) 1.8 FSI View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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Anti-roll bar link
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Rod / Strut, wheel suspension
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Repair Kit, stabilizer coupling rod
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Mounting, stabilizer coupling rod
Tools
Replacement: anti roll bar links – Audi A3 8PA. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Combination spanner #18
HEX bit No.H6.
Drive socket # 18
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Wheel chock
Replacement: anti roll bar links – Audi A3 8PA. Professionals recommend:
  • Replace the stabiliser links on Audi A3 8PA 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 8PA. Take the following steps:
  1. Step 1
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  2. Step 2
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  3. Step 3
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    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
  4. Step 4
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
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  5. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  6. Step 6
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    Clean the stabiliser link fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  7. Step 7
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    Unscrew the fasteners connecting the stabiliser link to the stabiliser bar. Use a combination spanner #18. Use HEX No.H6. Use a ratchet wrench.
  8. Step 8
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    Unscrew the fastener connecting the stabilizer link to the shock strut. Use a drive socket #18. Use a ratchet wrench.
  9. Step 9
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    Remove the stabilizer rod.
    Replacement: anti roll bar links – Audi A3 8PA. Tip:
    Examine stabiliser bushes. Replace them if needed.
  10. Step 10
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    Clean the mounting seats of the stabiliser link. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  11. Step 11
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    Ιnstall the transverse stabilizer link.
  12. Step 12
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    Tighten the stabiliser link fastener. Use a combination spanner #18. Use a drive socket #18. Use a ratchet wrench.
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