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This replacement procedure can be used for:
AUDI A3 Convertible (8P7) 1.4 TFSI, AUDI A3 Convertible (8P7) 1.8 TFSI, AUDI A3 Convertible (8P7) 2.0 TFSI, AUDI A3 Convertible (8P7) 1.9 TDI, AUDI A3 Convertible (8P7) 2.0 TDI, AUDI A3 Convertible (8P7) 1.6, AUDI A3 Convertible (8P7) 1.6 TDI, AUDI A3 Convertible (8P7) 2.0 TDI, AUDI A3 Convertible (8P7) 1.2 TFSI … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

This video shows the replacement procedure of a similar car part on another vehicle

All the parts you need to replace – Anti Roll Bar Links for A3 Convertible (8P7) and other AUDI models

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Anti-roll bar link

Replacement: anti roll bar links – AUDI A3 Convertible (8P7). List of the tools you'll need:

                      Wire brush
                    
                      WD-40 spray
                    
                      Brake cleaner 
                    
                      Ceramic grease
                    
                      Copper grease 
                    
                      Torque wrench
                    
                      Combination spanner #18
                    
                      Combination spanner #19
                    
                      Drive socket # 18
                    
                      Drive socket # 19
                    
                      XZN socket bit #6
                    
                      HEX bit No.H5
                    
                      Wheel impact socket #17
                    
                      Ratchet wrench
                    
                      Wheel chock

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AUTODOC recommends:

Replace the stabiliser links on AUDI A3 Convertible (8P7) in pairs.
The replacement procedure is identical for both stabiliser links on the same axle.
Please note: all work on the car – AUDI A3 Convertible (8P7) – should be done with the engine switched off.

Carry out replacement in the following order:

Step 1

Secure the wheels with chocks.

Step 2

Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
Step 3

Raise the car.

Replacement: anti roll bar links – AUDI A3 Convertible (8P7). Professionals recommend:
If you are using a jack, make sure it rests on a flat surface without any unevenness.Be sure to additionally secure the car with jack stands.
Step 4

Unscrew the wheel bolts.

AUTODOC recommends:
Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. AUDI A3 Convertible (8P7)
Step 5

Remove the wheel.
Step 6

Clean the stabiliser link fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
Step 7

Unscrew the fastener connecting the stabilizer link to the shock strut. Use a drive socket #18. Use XZN #6. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 8

Unscrew the fastener connecting the stabilizer link to the stabilizer bar. Use a combination spanner #18. Use XZN #6. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 9

Remove the stabiliser link.

Replacement: anti roll bar links – AUDI A3 Convertible (8P7). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
Examine stabiliser bushes. Replace them if needed.
Step 10

Clean the mounting seats of the stabiliser link. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
Step 11

Install a new stabiliser link and tighten the fasteners. Use a combination spanner #19. Use HEX No.H5. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 12

Tighten the fastener connecting the stabilizer link to the shock strut. Use a drive socket #19. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 65 Nm torque.
Step 13

Tighten the fastener connecting the stabilizer link to the stabilizer bar. Use a drive socket #19. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 65 Nm torque.
Step 14

Treat all joints of the stabiliser link. Use copper grease.
Step 15

Clean the wheel rim mounting seat. Use a wire brush.
Step 16

Treat the surface where the brake disc contacts the wheel rim. Use ceramic grease.
Step 17

Clean the brake disk surface. Use a brake cleaner.

AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: anti roll bar links – AUDI A3 Convertible (8P7). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 18

Install the wheel.

AUTODOC recommends:
Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while screwing in the fastening bolts on the car. AUDI A3 Convertible (8P7)
Step 19

Screw in the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
Step 20

Lower the car and working in a cross order, tighten the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 120 Nm torque.
Step 21

Remove the jacks and chocks.

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