Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
AUDI A3 Convertible (8V7, 8VE) 1.4 TFSI, AUDI A3 Convertible (8V7, 8VE) 1.8 TFSI, AUDI A3 Convertible (8V7, 8VE) 2.0 TDI, AUDI A3 Convertible (8V7, 8VE) 1.6 TDI, AUDI A3 Convertible (8V7, 8VE) 1.8 TFSI quattro, AUDI A3 Convertible (8V7, 8VE) 2.0 TDI quattro, AUDI A3 Convertible (8V7, 8VE) 1.4 TFSI, AUDI A3 Convertible (8V7, 8VE) S3 quattro, AUDI A3 Convertible (8V7, 8VE) 2.0 TDI, AUDI A3 Convertible (8V7, 8VE) 2.0 TDI quattro, AUDI A3 Convertible (8V7, 8VE) 1.8 TFSI, AUDI A3 Convertible (8V7, 8VE) 1.4 TSI, AUDI A3 Convertible (8V7, 8VE) 2.0 TDI, AUDI A3 Convertible (8V7, 8VE) S3 quattro, AUDI A3 Convertible (8V7, 8VE) 2.0 TFSI quattro, AUDI A3 Convertible (8V7, 8VE) 1.4 TFSI, AUDI A3 Convertible (8V7, 8VE) S3 quattro, AUDI A3 Convertible (8V7, 8VE) 2.0 TFSI quattro, AUDI A3 Convertible (8V7, 8VE) 2.0 TFSI, AUDI A3 Convertible (8V7, 8VE) S3 quattro, AUDI A3 Convertible (8V7, 8VE) 1.6 TDI, AUDI A3 Convertible (8V7, 8VE) 1.5 TFSI, AUDI A3 Convertible (8V7, 8VE) 35 TFSI, AUDI A3 Convertible (8V7, 8VE) 40 TFSI, AUDI A3 Convertible (8V7, 8VE) 40 TFSI quattro … 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 (8V7, 8VE) and other AUDI models

Anti-roll bar link

        Anti-roll bar link for A3 Convertible (8V7, 8VE) Petrol (140 hp)
      
        Anti-roll bar link for A3 Convertible (8V7, 8VE) Petrol (180 hp)
      
        Anti-roll bar link for A3 Convertible (8V7, 8VE) Diesel (150 hp)
      
        Anti-roll bar link for A3 Convertible (8V7, 8VE) Diesel (110 hp)
      
        Anti-roll bar link for A3 Convertible (8V7, 8VE) Petrol (180 hp)
      
        Anti-roll bar link for A3 Convertible (8V7, 8VE) Diesel (150 hp)
      
        Anti-roll bar link for A3 Convertible (8V7, 8VE) Petrol (125 hp)
      
        Anti-roll bar link for A3 Convertible (8V7, 8VE) Petrol (300 hp)
      
        Anti-roll bar link for A3 Convertible (8V7, 8VE) Diesel (184 hp)

Replacement: anti roll bar links – AUDI A3 Convertible (8V7). 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

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Replacement: anti roll bar links – AUDI A3 Convertible (8V7). Professionals recommend:

Replace the stabiliser links on AUDI A3 Convertible (8V7) 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 Convertible (8V7). Take the following steps:

Step 1

Secure the wheels with chocks.
Step 2

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

Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.

Step 4

Unscrew the wheel bolts.

AUTODOC recommends:
Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. AUDI A3 Convertible (8V7)
Step 5

Remove the wheel.
Step 6

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

Unscrew the fasteners connecting the stabiliser link to the stabiliser bar. Use a combination spanner #18. Use HEX No.H6. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 8

Unscrew the fastener connecting the stabilizer link to the shock strut. Use a drive socket #18. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 9

Remove the stabilizer rod.

Replacement: anti roll bar links – AUDI A3 Convertible (8V7). Tip:
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

Ιnstall the transverse stabilizer link.
Step 12

Tighten the stabiliser link fastener. Use a combination spanner #18. Use a drive socket #18. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 13

Tighten the fastener connecting the stabilizer link to the shock strut. Use a drive socket #18. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 65 Nm torque.
Step 14

Tighten the fastener connecting the stabilizer link to the stabilizer bar. Use a drive socket #18. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 65 Nm torque.
Step 15

Treat all joints of the stabiliser link. Use copper grease.
Step 16

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

Clean the brake disk surface. Use a brake cleaner.

Replacement: anti roll bar links – AUDI A3 Convertible (8V7). AUTODOC recommends:
After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 18

Install the wheel.

Replacement: anti roll bar links – AUDI A3 Convertible (8V7). Tip:
To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when screwing in the fastening bolts.
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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