32 21 231 Replacing (removing and installing) left or right track rod
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Special tools required:
- 32 3 160
IMPORTANT:
The steering box must be replaced if the polished surface of the rack is damaged (e.g. by corrosion)!
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove the COVER of steering assemblies front left/right (only diesel-engine cars with rear-wheel drive)
- Remove the TRACK ROD END FROM SWIVEL BEARING
- Remove the GAITER FROM STEERING BOX and slide back
IMPORTANT:
To avoid damage to rack and to suspension mounting, move rack in as far as possible.
Undo the joint (1) using special tools 32 3 160 at the steering box rack.
Tightening torque, refer to: 32 21 1AZ .
Installation note:
Clean rack.
Check surface of rack for damage (e.g. corrosion).
On replacement, assemble new part with gaiter:
Determine dimension (A) to simplify following adjustment of front axle.
Slacken clamping bolt (1) and screw off track rod end.
Slide gaiter with ear clip and band clamp on track rod.
Screw in track rod end to dimension (A).
Tightening torque, refer to: 32 21 2AZ
After installation:
- Only if replacing/removing track rod end:
Perform a CHASSIS/WHEEL ALIGNMENT CHECK