How to carry out replacement: Anti Roll Bar Links 1.6 TDI Golf AJ5
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How to change front anti roll bar links on VW Golf VI Variant (AJ5) – replacement guide

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This replacement procedure can be used for:
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Tools
Replacement: anti roll bar links – VW GOLF VI Variant (AJ5). 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 VW GOLF VI Variant (AJ5) in pairs.
  • The replacement procedure is identical for both stabiliser links on the same axle.
  • Please note: all work on the car – VW GOLF VI Variant (AJ5) – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
    Step 2
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  2. Step 3
    Raise the car.
    Replacement: anti roll bar links – VW GOLF VI Variant (AJ5). 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
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. VW GOLF VI Variant (AJ5)
  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.
    Replacement: anti roll bar links – VW GOLF VI Variant (AJ5). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
    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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