Removing Rear Tie Rod (Toe Control Arm)

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Tie rod (toe control arm)

Mark the position of the eccentric screw -3- on the tie rod -1- for re-installation -2- .

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Marking position of eccentric screw
Release tie rod at suspension subframe (eccentric screw) and at wheel carrier. Pull out tie rod.
To make removal easier, raise wheel carrier slightly with universal jack! > Tie rod assembly aid (shown as an example)

Use a rubber base to prevent the wheel carrier from slipping!

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Tie rod assembly aid (shown as an example)