32 21 151 Replacing left or right tie rod end (AWD)

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Special tools required:

31 2 300

NOTE: If the tie rod end to tie rod screw/bolt connection is released, it is necessary after reinstallation to carry out a wheel/chassis alignment check.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove front wheel

IMPORTANT:

Do not release tie rod end from swivel bearing with impact tool.

Rubber gaiter of tie rod end must not be damaged!

Release nut; if necessary, grip at hexagon.

Force tie rod end off swivel bearing with special tool 31 2 300 .

Installation:

Keep tie rod end to swivel bearing connection clean and free from oil and grease.

Replace self-locking nut.

Tightening torque 32 21 3Z .

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool 31 2 300

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Determine measurement (A) to simplify following adjustment of front axle.

Release clamping nut.

Screw off tie rod end; if necessary, grip tie rod with open-end wrench.

Installation:

Check GAITER for damage, replace if necessary.

Mount clamping ring (1).

Screw tie rod end onto tie rod to measurement (A).

Tightening torque 32 21 5AZ .

Fig 2: Identifying Tie Rod End Dimension

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After installation:

Perform chassis alignment check. See KDS CHASSIS/WHEEL ALIGNMENT CHECK WITH LOAD UP TO DESIGN POSITION or KDS CHASSIS/WHEEL ALIGNMENT CHECK WITH RIDE-HEIGHT MEASUREMENT WITHOUT LOAD .
Carry out STEERING ANGLE SENSOR ADJUSTMENT