Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
SKODA Octavia III Hatchback (5E3, NL3, NR3) 1.4 TSI, SKODA Octavia III Hatchback (5E3, NL3, NR3) 1.2 TSI, SKODA Octavia III Hatchback (5E3, NL3, NR3) 1.2 TSI, SKODA Octavia III Hatchback (5E3, NL3, NR3) 1.8 TSI, SKODA Octavia III Hatchback (5E3, NL3, NR3) 1.6 TDI, SKODA Octavia III Hatchback (5E3, NL3, NR3) 2.0 TDI, SKODA Octavia III Hatchback (5E3, NL3, NR3) 1.6 TDI, SKODA Octavia III Hatchback (5E3, NL3, NR3) 2.0 TDI, SKODA Octavia III Hatchback (5E3, NL3, NR3) 2.0 TDI RS, SKODA Octavia III Hatchback (5E3, NL3, NR3) 2.0 TSI RS, SKODA Octavia III Hatchback (5E3, NL3, NR3) 1.6 TDI, SKODA Octavia III Hatchback (5E3, NL3, NR3) 1.4 TSI G-TEC, SKODA Octavia III Hatchback (5E3, NL3, NR3) 1.6, SKODA Octavia III Hatchback (5E3, NL3, NR3) 1.6 TDI 4x4, SKODA Octavia III Hatchback (5E3, NL3, NR3) 1.8 TSI 4x4, SKODA Octavia III Hatchback (5E3, NL3, NR3) 2.0 TDI 4x4, SKODA Octavia III Hatchback (5E3, NL3, NR3) 2.0 TDI / TDI RS 4x4, SKODA Octavia III Hatchback (5E3, NL3, NR3) 1.2 TSI, SKODA Octavia III Hatchback (5E3, NL3, NR3) 1.4 TSI, SKODA Octavia III Hatchback (5E3, NL3, NR3) 2.0 TSI RS, SKODA Octavia III Hatchback (5E3, NL3, NR3) 1.6 TDI 4x4, SKODA Octavia III Hatchback (5E3, NL3, NR3) 1.0 TSI, SKODA Octavia III Hatchback (5E3, NL3, NR3) 1.6 TDI, SKODA Octavia III Hatchback (5E3, NL3, NR3) 2.0 TSI RS, SKODA Octavia III Hatchback (5E3, NL3, NR3) 1.5 TSI, SKODA Octavia III Hatchback (5E3, NL3, NR3) 2.0 TSI, SKODA Octavia III Hatchback (5E3, NL3, NR3) 1.6 TDI 4x4, SKODA Octavia III Hatchback (5E3, NL3, NR3) 2.0 TSI 4x4 View more

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All the parts you need to replace – Anti Roll Bar Links for Octavia III Hatchback (5E3, NL3, NR3) and other SKODA models
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Tools
Replacement: anti roll bar links – SKODA OCTAVIA (5E3). 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
AUTODOC recommends:
  • Replace the stabiliser links on SKODA OCTAVIA (5E3) in pairs.
  • The replacement procedure is identical for both stabiliser links on the same axle.
  • Please note: all work on the car – SKODA OCTAVIA (5E3) – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  2. Step 3
    Raise the car.
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    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.
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
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  3. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  4. Step 6
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    Clean the stabiliser link fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  5. Step 7
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    Unscrew the fastener connecting the stabilizer link to the shock strut. Use a drive socket #18. Use XZN #6. Use a ratchet wrench.
  6. Step 8
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    Unscrew the fastener connecting the stabilizer link to the stabilizer bar. Use a combination spanner #18. Use XZN #6. Use a ratchet wrench.
  7. Step 9
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    Remove the stabiliser link.
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    Examine stabiliser bushes. Replace them if needed.
  8. Step 10
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    Clean the mounting seats of the stabiliser link. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  9. Step 11
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    Install a new stabiliser link and tighten the fasteners. Use a combination spanner #19. Use HEX No.H5. Use a ratchet wrench.
  10. Step 12
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    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.
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