How to carry out replacement: Anti Roll Bar Links 1.9 TDI Seat Altea XL
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How to change rear anti roll bar links on SEAT Altea XL (5P5, 5P8) – replacement guide

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This replacement procedure can be used for:
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Tools
Replacement: anti roll bar links – SEAT ALTEA XL (5P5, 5P8). Tools you might need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Torque wrench
Combination spanner #16
Drive socket # 16
XZN socket bit # 6
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Hydraulic transmission jack
Wheel chock
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AUTODOC recommends:
  • Replace the stabiliser links on SEAT ALTEA XL (5P5, 5P8) in pairs.
  • The replacement procedure is identical for both stabiliser links on the same axle.
  • Please note: all work on the car – SEAT ALTEA XL (5P5, 5P8) – 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 rear 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. SEAT ALTEA XL (5P5, 5P8)
  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 bar with the control arm. Use a drive socket #16. Use a ratchet wrench.
  6. Step 8
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    Clean all joints of the stabiliser link. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  7. Step 9
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    Unscrew the fastener connecting the stabilizer link to the stabilizer bar. Use a combination spanner #16. Use XZN #6. Use a ratchet wrench.
  8. Step 10
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    Support the arm. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
  9. Step 11
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    Remove the stabilizer rod.
  10. Step 12
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    Clean the mounting seats of the stabiliser link. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  11. Step 13
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    Ιnstall the transverse stabilizer link.
  12. Step 14
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    Tighten the stabiliser link fastener. Use a combination spanner #16. Use XZN #6. Use a ratchet wrench.
  13. Step 15
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    Raise the hydraulic transmission jack by 10-15 cm.
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