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How to change rear anti roll bar links on AUDI A3 Sportback (8VA, 8VF) – replacement guide
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
AUDI A3 Sportback (8VA, 8VF) 1.4 TFSI, AUDI A3 Sportback (8VA, 8VF) 2.0 TDI, AUDI A3 Sportback (8VA, 8VF) 2.0 TDI, AUDI A3 Sportback (8VA, 8VF) 1.8 TFSI, AUDI A3 Sportback (8VA, 8VF) 1.6 TDI, AUDI A3 Sportback (8VA, 8VF) 1.4 TFSI, AUDI A3 Sportback (8VA, 8VF) 2.0 TDI quattro, AUDI A3 Sportback (8VA, 8VF) S3 quattro, AUDI A3 Sportback (8VA, 8VF) 35 TDI … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
AUDI A3 Sportback (8VA, 8VF) 1.4 TFSI, AUDI A3 Sportback (8VA, 8VF) 2.0 TDI, AUDI A3 Sportback (8VA, 8VF) 2.0 TDI, AUDI A3 Sportback (8VA, 8VF) 1.8 TFSI, AUDI A3 Sportback (8VA, 8VF) 1.6 TDI, AUDI A3 Sportback (8VA, 8VF) 1.4 TFSI, AUDI A3 Sportback (8VA, 8VF) 2.0 TDI quattro, AUDI A3 Sportback (8VA, 8VF) S3 quattro, AUDI A3 Sportback (8VA, 8VF) 35 TDI … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
This video shows the replacement procedure of a similar car part on another vehicle
All the parts you need to replace – Anti Roll Bar Links for A3 Sportback (8VA, 8VF) and other AUDI models
Anti-roll bar link
Alternative products

Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Combination spanner #14
XZN socket bit # 6
Drive socket # 14
Drive socket # 15
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
AUTODOC recommends:
- Replace the stabiliser links on AUDI A3 Sportback (8VA) 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 – AUDI A3 Sportback (8VA). Use the following procedure:
- Step 1Secure the wheels with chocks.
- Step 2Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
- Step 3Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.Step 4Unscrew the wheel bolts.AUTODOC recommends:Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. AUDI A3 Sportback (8VA)
- Step 5Remove the wheel.
- Step 6Clean the stabiliser link fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
- Step 7Unscrew the fasteners connecting the stabiliser link to the stabiliser bar. Use a combination spanner #14. Use a drive socket #14. Use XZN #6. Use a ratchet wrench.
- Step 8Unscrew the fastener connecting the stabilizer link to the control arm. Use a drive socket #15. Use a ratchet wrench.
- Step 9Remove the stabilizer rod.Replacement: anti roll bar links – AUDI A3 Sportback (8VA). Tip from AUTODOC:Examine stabiliser bushes. Replace them if needed.
- Step 10Install a new rod, tighten the fasteners.
- Step 11Tighten the fastener connecting the stabilizer link to the stabilizer bar. Use a combination spanner #14. Use XZN #6. Use a drive socket #15. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 45 Nm torque.
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