32 21 151 Replacing left or right tie rod
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Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove front wheel
After installation:
- Perform chassis alignment check
- Carry out steering angle sensor adjustment/adjustment for active front steering See 61 31 996 Carry out steering angle sensor adjustment .
Release nut; if necessary, grip brace at Torx socket.
Remove tie rod end from swivel bearing.
Installation:
Keep journal on tie rod end and bore hole in swivel bearing clean and free from grease.
Replace self-locking nut.
Tightening torque 32 21 3AZ. See STEERING AND WHEEL ALIGNMENT - TIGHTENING TORQUES .
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, replace if necessary.
Mount clamping ring (1).
Screw in tie rod end to measurement (A).
Tightening torque 32 21 5AZ. See STEERING AND WHEEL ALIGNMENT - TIGHTENING TORQUES .