{"product_id":"857-407-480-genuine-vw-audi-stabilizer-link-spacer-tube","title":"857-407-480 Genuine VW\/Audi Stabilizer Link Spacer Tube","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOriginal spacer tube for the stabilizer connecting link\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e857-407-480 is the Genuine VW\/Audi spacer tube for the assigned stabilizer connecting link assembly. The tubular metal component forms part of the original link, washer and rubber-bushing arrangement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe spacer controls the connection stack at its specified position. The adjacent 857407479A tube is a different part; match the complete number and original assembly sequence before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTechnical details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete factory number: 857-407-480.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory specification: factory stabilizer connecting-link spacer tube 857407480.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: individual hollow metal spacer sleeve.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuantity supplied: one individual spacer tube.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis listing supplies the spacer only. Rubber bushings, washers, retaining nuts and the link are separate components. Do not select a substitute sleeve solely by appearance or by the diameter of the link.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCommon reasons to replace\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe original spacer is missing during stabilizer link service.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe tube is crushed, bent or deformed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorrosion has damaged the spacer or its seating ends.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe spacer no longer supports the original assembly stack correctly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncorrect hardware was found during a prior suspension repair.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eInspect the link, bushings, washers and mounting points for wear and damage. Worn bushings or a damaged link can cause movement or noise that a new spacer alone will not correct.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eVehicle fitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe table identifies confirmed vehicle configurations. Match the exact spacer position and original connecting-link arrangement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVehicle\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel years\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEngine\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eConfiguration\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eApplication restrictions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAudi 80\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1988–1990\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.0L gasoline I4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eB3 sedan; front-wheel drive; Front stabilizer connecting link\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAssigned spacer tube 857407480 only; distinguish adjacent spacer 857407479A.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAudi 80\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1988–1990\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.3L gasoline I5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eB3 sedan; quattro; Front stabilizer connecting link\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAssigned 857407480 spacer position; confirm original link and bushing arrangement.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAudi 90\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1988–1990\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.3L gasoline I5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eB3 sedan; front-wheel drive or quattro; Front stabilizer connecting link\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOriginal 857407480 spacer position only; preserve the assigned washer and bushing sequence.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAudi Coupe quattro\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1990–1991\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.3L gasoline I5 20-valve\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eB3 Coupe; quattro; Front stabilizer connecting link\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAssigned 857407480 spacer tube only; not the complete link assembly.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eInstallation guidance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSupport the suspension safely and follow the vehicle-specific stabilizer link procedure. Assemble the tube, bushings and washers in the prescribed order, and tighten the retaining hardware to the specified requirement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCheck that the parts seat correctly and that the stabilizer link moves without interference. Complete the required suspension checks and replace locking hardware where instructed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrdering information\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne individual genuine spacer tube. Link, bushings, washers and nuts are separate. Confirm VIN, original part number and required quantity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Genuine VW\/Audi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48047858155697,"sku":"857-407-480","price":16.32,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0681\/1379\/3201\/files\/857-407-480-genuine-vw-audi-1.jpg?v=1792139634","url":"https:\/\/hstuning.com\/products\/857-407-480-genuine-vw-audi-stabilizer-link-spacer-tube","provider":"HS Tuning ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}