S4 Quattro Cabriolet V8-4.2L (BHF) (2008)
Tie Rod: Service and Repair
Tie Rod Stone Deflector, 3-Part Version
Tie Rod Stone Deflector, 3-Part Version
Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required
‹› Torque Wrench (V.A.G 1410)
‹› Tie rod stone impact suspension is only installed on vehicles with heavy duty suspension.
‹› Stone impact protection 8E0 501 561 (old version) can only be installed on vehicles with a three-part tie rod (old version).
Stone impact protection, replacing with tie rod removed
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Loosen bolts - 2 -.
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Slide clamping parts - 1 - inward.
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Unclip stone impact protection from tie rod.
Installation is in reverse order of removal.
Tightening specification item 2: 5 Nm
Stone impact protection, replacing with tie rod installed
Removing
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Cut stone impact protection with a knife in threaded connection area at trapezoidal control arm. Do not damage tie rod.
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Loosen bolts - 2 -.