Tie Rod End, Removing And Installing: Installing

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Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following:

-- 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-. Counter hold 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 WHEELS AND TIRES .

-- Axle alignment, refer to the table in EVALUATING NEED FOR AXLE ALIGNMENT .

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