Front Axle Toe, Adjusting: Notes

Special tools and workshop equipment required

-- Loosen lock nut -3-, counterhold at tie rod end -2- when doing so.

Fig 1: Adjusting Toe At Front Axle

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-- Remove open spring clip -1- from boot.

-- Set toe by twisting the left and/or right tie rod.

For this purpose, an open-end wrench can be placed on hex head of tie rod.

Be Sure that Boots are Not Twisted After Turning Tie Rods!

Twisted boots wear out quickly.

-- Tighten lock nut using Torque Wrench 1332 Insert - Open Ring Wrench - 24 mm VAG 1332/11, counter-holding at tie rod end -1-.

Fig 2: Identifying Lock Nut, Socket SW 24 V.A.G 1332/11, Counter Hold And Tie Rod End

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-- Check toe value again.

Setting may change slightly after lock nut is tightened.

If the measured toe nevertheless lies within the tolerance, the adjustment is correct.

-- Install spring clamp on bellows.