Tie Rod End: Installing

Install in reverse order of removal. Note The Following: 

Tightening specifications, refer to ELECTROMECHANICAL POWER STEERING GEAR OVERVIEW 

Tightening specifications, refer to ELECTROMECHANICAL POWER STEERING GEAR WITH TIE RODS OVERVIEW 

-- Mount the tie rod head -1- on the tie rod -2- until dimension -a-, which was measured during removal, is reached.

Fig 1: Measuring Tie Rod Head / Tie Rod Dimension

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-- Align the tie rod head -1- so that the pin is in the installation position.

-- Insert the tie rod end into the wheel bearing housing as far as the stop.

-- Tighten the nut -1-. Counterhold when tightening.

Fig 2: Identifying Tie Rod End Joint Pin

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-- Tighten the nut -2-.

Fig 3: Identifying Tie Rod End & Nut

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-- Install the front wheel. Refer to WHEEL, CHANGING AND MOUNTING .

-- An axle alignment may be required. Refer to WHEEL ALIGNMENT .

The axle alignment must be performed on a VW/Audi approved alignment stand.