Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
AUDI A5 Sportback (8TA) 2.0 TDI, AUDI A5 Sportback (8TA) 3.0 TDI, AUDI A5 Sportback (8TA) 3.0 TDI quattro, AUDI A5 Sportback (8TA) 1.8 TFSI, AUDI A5 Sportback (8TA) 3.0 TFSI quattro, AUDI A5 Sportback (8TA) 2.0 TDI quattro, AUDI A5 Sportback (8TA) 2.0 TFSI, AUDI A5 Sportback (8TA) 2.0 TFSI quattro, AUDI A5 Sportback (8TA) 3.2 FSI quattro, AUDI A5 Sportback (8TA) 2.0 TDI, AUDI A5 Sportback (8TA) 2.7 TDI, AUDI A5 Sportback (8TA) 3.0 TDI quattro, AUDI A5 Sportback (8TA) 2.0 TDI, AUDI A5 Sportback (8TA) 1.8 TFSI, AUDI A5 Sportback (8TA) 2.0 TFSI, AUDI A5 Sportback (8TA) S5 quattro, AUDI A5 Sportback (8TA) 2.0 TDI, AUDI A5 Sportback (8TA) 2.0 TDI, AUDI A5 Sportback (8TA) 2.7 TDI, AUDI A5 Sportback (8TA) 2.0 TDI quattro, AUDI A5 Sportback (8TA) 2.0 TFSI, AUDI A5 Sportback (8TA) 2.0 TFSI quattro, AUDI A5 Sportback (8TA) 2.0 TDI, AUDI A5 Sportback (8TA) 2.0 TDI, AUDI A5 Sportback (8TA) 2.0 TDI quattro, AUDI A5 Sportback (8TA) 1.8 TFSI, AUDI A5 Sportback (8TA) 1.8 TFSI, AUDI A5 Sportback (8TA) 3.0 TDI quattro, AUDI A5 Sportback (8TA) 2.0 TFSI, AUDI A5 Sportback (8TA) 2.0 TFSI quattro 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 A5 Sportback (8TA) and other AUDI models
Tools
Replacement: anti roll bar links – AUDI A5 Sportback (8TA). Tools you need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Combination spanner #16
Drive socket # 16
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Hydraulic transmission jack
Wheel chock
Replacement: anti roll bar links – AUDI A5 Sportback (8TA). AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • Replace the stabiliser links on AUDI A5 Sportback (8TA) 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 A5 Sportback (8TA). Use the following procedure:
  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
    Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 4
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. AUDI A5 Sportback (8TA)
  4. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 6
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    Clean the stabiliser link fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  6. Step 7
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    Unscrew the fastener connecting the stabilizer bar with the control arm. Use a drive socket #16. Use a ratchet wrench.
  7. Step 8
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    Unscrew the fasteners connecting the stabiliser link to the stabiliser bar. Use a combination spanner #16 (2 pieces).
  8. Step 9
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    Remove the stabilizer rod.
    Replacement: anti roll bar links – AUDI A5 Sportback (8TA). Tip:
    Examine stabiliser bushes. Replace them if needed.
  9. Step 10
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    Clean the mounting seats of the stabiliser link. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  10. Step 11
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    Install a new rod, tighten the fasteners. Use a combination spanner #16 (2 pieces). Use a drive socket #16. Use a ratchet wrench.
  11. Step 12
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    Support the arm. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
  12. Step 13
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    Tighten the fastener connecting the stabilizer bar with the control arm. Use a combination spanner #16. Use a drive socket #16. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 40 Nm torque.+90°
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Be sure to use new fasteners.
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