Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW Polo Saloon (602, 604, 612, 614) 1.6, VW Polo Saloon (602, 604, 612, 614) 1.6, VW Polo Saloon (602, 604, 612, 614) 1.2 TSI, VW Polo Saloon (602, 604, 612, 614) 1.6, VW Polo Saloon (602, 604, 612, 614) 1.6, VW Polo Saloon (602, 604, 612, 614) 1.4 TSi View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change front anti roll bar link / drop link on VW POLO 5 (612) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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All the parts you need to replace – Anti Roll Bar Links for Polo Saloon (602, 604, 612, 614) and other VW models
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Anti-roll bar link
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Repair Kit, stabilizer suspension
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Repair Kit, stabilizer coupling rod
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Mounting, stabilizer coupling rod
Tools
Replacement: anti roll bar links – VW Polo 5. Tools you need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Combination spanner #17
Drive socket # 16
Drive socket # 17
HEX bit No.H5.
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Wheel chock
Replacement: anti roll bar links – VW Polo 5. AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • Replace the stabiliser links on VW Polo 5 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 – VW Polo 5. Recommended sequence of steps:
  1. Step 1
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  2. Step 2
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  3. Step 3
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    Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.
  4. Step 4
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. VW Polo 5
  5. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  6. Step 6
    How to replace Anti Roll Bar Links on VW Polo Saloon (602, 604, 612, 614) 2014: download PDF manuals and video instructions
    Clean the stabiliser link fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  7. Step 7
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    Unscrew the fastener connecting the stabilizer link to the stabilizer bar. Use a drive socket #16. Use a ratchet wrench.
  8. Step 8
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    Unscrew the fastener connecting the stabilizer link to the shock strut. Use a drive socket #16. Use a ratchet wrench.
  9. Step 9
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    Remove the stabilizer rod.
    Replacement: anti roll bar links – VW Polo 5. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
    Examine stabiliser bushes. Replace them if needed.
  10. Step 10
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    Clean the mounting seats of the stabiliser link. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  11. Step 11
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    Install a new rod, tighten the fasteners. Use a combination spanner #17. Use HEX No.H5.
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