Tie Rod: Installing

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Install in reverse order of removal. Note The Following:

Replace the boot each time it is removed.

Coat the inside of slits in the boot all the way around and evenly with power steering gear grease before installing. Refer to the Parts Information.

Check the seat for the boot on the steering gear for damage before installing. If the steering gear housing is damaged, replace the steering gear.

Tightening specifications, refer to ELECTROMECHANICAL POWER STEERING GEAR OVERVIEW .

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

-- Install tie rod using the :V.A.G 1923 -2-. Counterhold at the power steering gear coupling rod with an open end wrench -1-.

Fig 1: Removing Tie Rod

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-- Replace the spring clip -3- and clamping sleeve -1-.

Clamping Sleeves, Installing

Fig 2: Identifying Power Steering Gear Boot

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-- Install the new clamp -1- and tension it using tension pliers. Refer to Figure.