How to change rear anti roll bar links on VW Golf 6 – replacement guide
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Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW GOLF VI (5K1) 1.4,
VW GOLF VI (5K1) 1.6,
VW GOLF VI (5K1) 1.4 TSI,
VW GOLF VI (5K1) 1.4 TSI,
VW GOLF VI (5K1) 2.0 TDI,
VW GOLF VI (5K1) 2.0 TDI,
VW GOLF VI (5K1) 2.0 TDI,
VW GOLF VI (5K1) 1.6 BiFuel,
VW GOLF VI (5K1) 2.0 GTi,
VW GOLF VI (5K1) 1.6 TDI,
VW GOLF VI (5K1) 2.0 TDI 4motion,
VW GOLF VI (5K1) 1.2 TSI,
VW GOLF VI (5K1) 2.0 R 4motion,
VW GOLF VI (5K1) 1.6 TDI
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The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
How to change rear anti roll bar link / rear drop link on VW GOLF 6 (5K1) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]
All the parts you need to replace – Anti Roll Bar Links for GOLF VI (5K1) and other VW models
Replace the stabiliser links on VW Golf 6 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 Golf 6. Take the following steps:
Step 1
Secure the wheels with chocks.
Step 2
Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
Step 3
Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.
Step 4
Unscrew the wheel bolts.
AUTODOC recommends:
Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. VW Golf 6
Step 5
Remove the wheel.
Step 6
Clean the stabiliser link fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
Step 7
Disconnect the transverse stabilizer fastener from the link. Use a combination spanner #16. Use XZN #6. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 8
Unscrew the fastener connecting the stabilizer link to the stabilizer bar. Use a combination spanner #16. Use XZN #6. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 9
Remove the stabilizer rod.
Step 10
Install a new rod, tighten the fasteners.
Step 11
Tighten the fastener connecting the stabilizer link to the stabilizer bar. Use a combination spanner #16. Use XZN #6. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 45 nm torque.
Step 12
install the rod fastening to the stabilizer and tighten it. Use a combination spanner #16. Use XZN #6. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 45 nm torque.
Step 13
Clean the wheel rim mounting seat. Use a wire brush. Treat the contacting surface. Use copper grease.
Step 14
Install the wheel.
AUTODOC recommends:
Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while screwing in the fastening bolts on the car. VW Golf 6
Step 15
Screw in the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
Step 16
Lower the car and working in a cross order, tighten the wheel bolts. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 120 Nm torque.
Step 17
Remove the jacks and chocks.
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