3221151 Replacing left or right tie rod
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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!
Rubber gaiter of tie rod end must not be damaged!
Release nut (1); if necessary, grip at Torx socket.
Remove tie rod end (2) from swivel bearing.
Installation:
Keep tie rod end to swivel bearing connection clean and free from oil and grease.
Replace self-locking nut.
Tightening torque 32 21 3AZ .
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 See 3211... REPLACING GAITER FOR ELECTRIC STEERING GEAR (EPS) ON LEFT OR RIGHT or 3211100 REPLACING GAITER FOR STEERING GEAR ON LEFT OR RIGHT for damage, replace if necessary.
Screw tie rod end onto tie rod to measurement (A).
Tightening torque 32 21 2AZ .
After installation
- Perform chassis alignment check See 3200150 KDS CHASSIS/WHEEL ALIGNMENT CHECK WITH VEHICLE LOAD UP TO DESIGN POSITION or 3200155 KDS CHASSIS/WHEEL ALIGNMENT CHECK WITH RIDE HEIGHT MEASUREMENT WITHOUT VEHICLE LOAD
- Carry out steering angle sensor adjustment/adjustment for active front steering See 6131996 CARRYING OUT STEERING ANGLE SENSOR ADJUSTMENT or 3210005 ADJUSTMENT FOR ACTIVE FRONT STEERING