Overview - Tie Rod
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 Audi A3, 2016 Audi A3, and 2015 Audi A3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
The tie rod for a vehicle with AWD is shown in the illustration.
- Subframe
- Bolt
- Always replace if removed
- Wheel Bearing Housing
- There are different versions for FWD and AWD. The wheel bearing housing for a vehicle with AWD is shown in the illustration
- Tie Rod
- Removing and installing. Refer to TIE ROD, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .
- Bolt
- 70 Nm + 180°
- Always replace if removed
- Always tighten threaded connections in curb weight position. Refer to WHEEL BEARING IN CURB WEIGHT, LIFTING VEHICLES WITH COIL SPRING .
- Nut
- 70 Nm + 180°
- Always replace if removed