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Tie Rod End, Removing And Installing: Removing

-- Remove the front wheel. Refer to WHEELS AND TIRES .

-- Measure the dimension -a- between the tie rod head -1- and the left and right tie rod -2-. Note the value.

Fig 1: Measuring Tie Rod Head / Tie Rod Dimension
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-- To protect the threads, remove the nut -arrow- from the tie rod end joint pin until it is flush with the joint pin threads.

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CAUTION:

Abruptly Loosening the Tie Rod End When Removing Increases the Risk of Injury.

It is possible that parts of the body may become bruised.

- Secure the tool with the engine and gearbox jack placed underneath.

CAUTION:

There Is a Risk of Damaging the Ball Joint Puller by Using It Incorrectly.

- Make sure that both puller lever arms are parallel to each other when using maximum force.

-- Remove the tie rod end with the :VAS251805  from the wheel bearing housing.

-- Remove the nut to do so if necessary counterhold on the joint pin with a 6 mm inner hex socket.

-- Only loosen the nut -2- while counterholding the tie rod end -3-.

Fig 2: Identifying Tie Rod End & Nut
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-- Remove the tie rod end, while counterholding at the tie rod hex fitting -1- if necessary.