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Clamping Sleeves, Installing

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Fig 1: Identifying Boot Clamp Installation Dimension
GWWA48-0515Courtesy of AUDI OF AMERICA, LLC

Make sure that dimension -A- of 5.7 mm maximum is observed. Dimension -A- must never be greater than 5.7 mm, otherwise there may be problems with the seal.

-- Insert a new clamping sleeve and tension with the :VAS 6199  .

-- Align tie rod so that tie rod ball joint pints are in installation location.

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

-- Mount Wheel And Tighten. Refer to WHEEL, CHANGING AND MOUNTING / WHEEL BOLT TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS .

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