Necessary preliminary tasks
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- 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.
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: see 3AZ in 32 21 STEERING ARMS, TIE RODS, STEERING DAMPER .
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: see 2AZ in 32 21 STEERING ARMS, TIE RODS, STEERING DAMPER .