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This replacement procedure can be used for:
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All the parts you need to replace – Anti Roll Bar Links for Golf VII Variant (BA5, BV5) and other VW models
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Tools
Replacement: anti roll bar links – VW GOLF VII Estate (BA5). Tools you might need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Torque wrench
Combination spanner #18
Drive socket # 18
XZN socket bit # 6
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Wheel chock
AUTODOC recommends:
  • Replace the stabiliser links on VW GOLF VII Estate (BA5) in pairs.
  • The replacement procedure is identical for both stabiliser links on the same axle.
  • Please note: all work on the car – VW GOLF VII Estate (BA5) – 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 front of the car and secure on supports.
    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 VII Estate (BA5)
  3. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  4. Step 6
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    Clean all joints of the stabiliser link. 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 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 stabilizer rod.
  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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    Ιnstall the transverse stabilizer link.
  10. Step 12
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    Tighten the stabiliser link fastener. Use a combination spanner #18. Use XZN #6. Use a ratchet wrench.
  11. Step 13
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    Tighten the fastener connecting the stabilizer link to the shock strut. Use a combination spanner #18. Use a drive socket #18. Use XZN #6. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 55 Nm torque.
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