Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
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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 Octavia I Box Body / Estate (1U5) and other SKODA models
Tools
Replacement: anti roll bar links – SKODA Octavia I Kasten / Kombi (1U5). List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Copper grease
Combination spanner #18
XZN socket bit # 6
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Wheel chock
AUTODOC recommends:
  • Replace the stabiliser links on SKODA Octavia I Kasten / Kombi (1U5) 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 – SKODA Octavia I Kasten / Kombi (1U5). Recommended sequence of steps:
  1. Step 1
    How to change Anti Roll Bar Links on SKODA Octavia I Kasten / Kombi (1U5) 2000 - free PDF and video manuals
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  2. Step 2
    How to replace SKODA Octavia I Box Body / Estate (1U5) 1.9 TDI 2001 Anti Roll Bar Links - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  3. Step 3
    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 4
    SKODA Octavia I Kasten / Kombi (1U5) 1.9 D 2002 Anti Roll Bar Links replacement: free workshop manuals
    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. SKODA Octavia I Kasten / Kombi (1U5)
  4. Step 5
    Changing Anti Roll Bar Links on SKODA Octavia I Box Body / Estate (1U5) 1.9 D 2003 by yourself
    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 6
    How to remove SKODA OCTAVIA 1.9 TDI 2004 Anti Roll Bar Links - online easy-to-follow instructions
    Clean the stabiliser link fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  6. Step 7
    How to replace Anti Roll Bar Links on SKODA Octavia I Box Body / Estate (1U5) 2005: download PDF manuals and video instructions
    Unscrew the fastener connecting the stabilizer link to the shock strut. Use a combination spanner #18. Use XZN #6. Use a ratchet wrench.
  7. Step 8
    How hard is it to do yourself: Anti Roll Bar Links replacement on SKODA Octavia I Kasten / Kombi (1U5) 1.9 TDI 2006 - download illustrated guide
    Clean the stabiliser link fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  8. Step 9
    Need to know how to renew Anti Roll Bar Links on SKODA OCTAVIA 2007? This free workshop manual will help you to do it yourself
    Unscrew the fastener connecting the stabilizer link to the stabilizer bar. Use a combination spanner #18. Use XZN #6. Use a ratchet wrench.
  9. Step 10
    Changing of Anti Roll Bar Links on SKODA Octavia I Kasten / Kombi (1U5) 2008 won't be an issue if you follow this illustrated step-by-step guide
    Remove the stabilizer rod.
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