32 21 151 Replacing Left Or Right Tie Rod End (AWD)

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!
Do not pull stainless steel ring off journal.

Slacken nut (1); if necessary, grip at Torx socket.

Press tie rod end (2) with special tool 31 2 300 off swivel bearing.

Unscrew nut (1).

Installation:

Keep tie rod end (2) to swivel bearing connection clean and free from oil and grease.

Replace self-locking nut.

Tightening torque 32 21 3AZ .

Fig 1: Pressing Tie Rod End Using Special Tool

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

Release bolt (1).

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

Installation:

Check GAITER for damage, replace if necessary.

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

Tightening torque 32 21 2AZ .

Fig 2: Track Rod End Dimension & Screw

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After installation:

Perform chassis alignment check . See 32 00 150 KDS CHASSIS/WHEEL ALIGNMENT CHECK WITH VEHICLE LOAD UP TO DESIGN POSITION or 32 00 155 KDS CHASSIS/WHEEL ALIGNMENT CHECK WITH RIDE HEIGHT MEASUREMENT WITHOUT VEHICLE LOAD
Carry out STEERING ANGLE SENSOR ADJUSTMENT