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How to change front anti roll bar links on VW Passat Saloon (3C2) – replacement guide
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 1.6 FSI, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 2.0 FSI, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 1.9 TDI, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 2.0 TDI 16V, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 2.0 TDI, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 1.6, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 2.0 TFSI, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 3.2 FSI 4motion, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 2.0 TDI 16V 4motion, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 2.0 FSI 4motion, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 2.0 TDI, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 2.0 TDI 4motion, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 3.6 R36 4motion, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 2.0 TDI, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 3.6 FSI 4motion, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 2.0 TDI, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 3.6 FSI, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 1.4 TSI, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 1.8 TSI, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 2.0 TDI, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 2.0 TDI, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 2.0 FSI, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 1.4 TSI EcoFuel, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 2.0 TDI, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 2.0 BlueTDI, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 1.6 TDI, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 2.0 TDI 4motion, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 1.8 TSI … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 1.6 FSI, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 2.0 FSI, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 1.9 TDI, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 2.0 TDI 16V, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 2.0 TDI, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 1.6, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 2.0 TFSI, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 3.2 FSI 4motion, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 2.0 TDI 16V 4motion, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 2.0 FSI 4motion, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 2.0 TDI, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 2.0 TDI 4motion, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 3.6 R36 4motion, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 2.0 TDI, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 3.6 FSI 4motion, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 2.0 TDI, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 3.6 FSI, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 1.4 TSI, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 1.8 TSI, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 2.0 TDI, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 2.0 TDI, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 2.0 FSI, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 1.4 TSI EcoFuel, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 2.0 TDI, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 2.0 BlueTDI, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 1.6 TDI, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 2.0 TDI 4motion, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 1.8 TSI … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
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All the parts you need to replace – Anti Roll Bar Links for Passat Saloon (3C2) and other VW models
Anti-roll bar link
Alternative products

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 VW PASSAT (3C2) in pairs.
- The replacement procedure is identical for both stabiliser links on the same axle.
- Please note: all work on the car – VW PASSAT (3C2) – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
- Step 1Secure the wheels with chocks.Step 2Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
- Step 3Raise the car.Replacement: anti roll bar links – VW PASSAT (3C2). 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 4Unscrew the wheel bolts.AUTODOC recommends:Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. VW PASSAT (3C2)
- Step 5Remove the wheel.
- Step 6Clean the stabiliser link fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
- Step 7Unscrew the fastener connecting the stabilizer link to the shock strut. Use a drive socket #18. Use XZN #6. Use a ratchet wrench.
- Step 8Unscrew the fastener connecting the stabilizer link to the stabilizer bar. Use a combination spanner #18. Use XZN #6. Use a ratchet wrench.
- Step 9Remove the stabiliser link.Replacement: anti roll bar links – VW PASSAT (3C2). Tip from AUTODOC experts:Examine stabiliser bushes. Replace them if needed.
- Step 10Clean the mounting seats of the stabiliser link. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
- Step 11Install a new stabiliser link and tighten the fasteners. Use a combination spanner #19. Use HEX No.H5. Use a ratchet wrench.
- Step 12Tighten 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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