Tie Rod, Removing And Installing: Installing

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Install in reverse order of removal while noting the following:

If the boot was removed from the steering gear, the sealing ring -item ) OVERVIEW - POWER STEERING GEAR - SEAL on the steering gear must also be replaced.

-- Make sure the correct tie rod end is installed on each side.

Fig 1: Identifying Left Tie Rod End -I- And Right Tie Rod End -II-

Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

I - Left tie rod end marked with an "L"

II - Right tie rod end marked with an "R"

-- Tighten The Tie Rod.

Fig 2: Identifying V.A.G 1923 -1- And V.A.G 1332 -2-

Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

Torque Wrench Insert - Open Jaw:VAG1923
Torque Wrench 1332 40-200 Nm :VAG1332

-- Check the boot for wear (slits, cracks) and check the sealing surfaces of the boot for dirt.

-- Install the boot and clamp.

NOTE:

Only use original clamps.

Install In Reverse Order Of Removal.

-- Install the wheel and tighten. Refer to WHEEL BOLT TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS .

-- After installation, a vehicle alignment must be performed. Refer to WHEEL ALIGNMENT .