Running gear, axles, steering · Front suspension · Subframe

Removing and installing anti-roll bar

Only what differs from ⇒ 2.3 Removing and installing subframe; everything else is as there.

Removing

Continued for all vehicles

  • Lower subframe using engine and gearbox jack - V.A.G 1383 A- until anti-roll bar -1- can be guided past drive shafts.
  • Unscrew bolts -arrows-.
  • Remove anti-roll bar -1- backwards.

Installing anti-roll bar

  • Insert anti-roll bar and secure to subframe using clamps.

Specified torques

ComponentSpecified torque
Anti-roll bar to subframe
♦ Use new bolts.
20 Nm +90°
6R 2009–2014 Steering box to subframe
♦ Use new bolts.
50 Nm +90°
6C 2014–2017 Steering box to subframe
♦ Use new bolts.
50 Nm +180°
Coupling rod to anti-roll bar40 Nm