Replacing gaiter for steering gear on left or right (X2 2018-2023)

Necessary preliminary work: 

• Refer to REMOVING FRONT WHEEL .
• Refer to REMOVING FRONT UNDERBODY PROTECTION .

Removal: 

Slacken nut (1).

Release tie rod (2) from swivel bearing.

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Mark thread depth of tie rod end to simplify subsequent adjustment of front axle.

Release screw (1).

Unscrew tie rod end (2).

• Counterhold tie rod with open-end spanner if necessary.

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Before removal, clean the tie rod, gaiter and the area around the gaiter in order to prevent the ingress of dirt!

Release EAR CLIP  (1).

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Release band clamp (1) and detach gaiter (2) from tie rod.

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Installation: 

Grease the tie rod at the seat of the gaiter (1) with FB-1 lubricating grease, part number 2 208 093".

• This ensures that the gaiter is not rotated when the tie rod is rotated.

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Before installing the gaiter, lightly grease the steering gear at the seat of the gaiter with FB-1 lubricating grease.

Position the gaiter (2) on the steering gear.

Part:  Release ear clip (1).

Mount EAR CLAMP  (1).

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Position the gaiter (2) on the tie rod.

Mount the clip (1).

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Screw the tie rod end (2) onto the tie rod up to the mark.

• Counterhold tie rod with open-end spanner if necessary.

Tighten screw (1).

Tightening torque 32 21 2AZ .

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

Insert tie rod (2) into swivel bearing.

Part:  Replace nut (1).

Tighten nut (1).

Tightening torque 32 21 1AZ .

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Required follow-up work: 

• Refer to INSTALLING FRONT WHEEL .
• Refer to INSTALLING FRONT UNDERBODY PROTECTION .
• Refer to INSTALLING WHEEL ALIGNMENT PROCEDURE .