A4 Sedan L4-2.0L Turbo (BPG) (2005)
Tie Rod: Service and Repair
Tie Rod
Tie rods, removing and installing
Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required
Open-end torque wrench insert V.A.G 1923
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Torque wrench V.A.G 1332
Left and right tie rods are identical.
They can be removed and installed with steering gear in vehicle.
Removing
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Remove front wheel.
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Remove hex bolt - 3 - and remove bolt connection - 4 -.
Note:
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The slots in the wheel bearing housing must not be widened using a chisel or similar
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Pull or press tie rod downward out of steering arm.
Note:
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Do not apply a chisel or similar tool between Steering arm - 1 - and seal - 2 - on tie rod ball joint when pressing out tie rod, otherwise the seal
can be damaged.
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When pressing tie rod out of Steering arm, apply pressure only to end of tie rod ball joint or knock out end of joint using a wooden or rubber