Jetta GLS L4-1.9L DSL Turbo (ALH) (2001)
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Loosen lock nut -1
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Adjust toe by turning tie rod (arrow) to left or right. Position wrench at nut (arrow) on tie rod.
NOTE: Ensure tie rod boot is not twisted after adjustment has been completed. Twisted boots wear out quickly.
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Tighten lock nut -1- to 50 Nm (37 ft. lbs.) and check toe again to ensure adjustment has not changed
If toe adjustment has not moved more than 2' from specification, adjustment is ok.
Steering lock (left/right), checking
Test required only if:
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Steering lock differentiates from center more than 2
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One side has contact between tire and component.
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Turning circle left/right differs
Distance between front axle components and tires (arrow) must be even at full lock (full turn left/right)
If an imbalance exists make correction by turning tie rod left/right.
Example:
Right steering lock smaller than left.
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Loosen lock nuts at tie rod ends.
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Turn left tie rod (unscrew tie rod end)
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Turn tie rod, right side equal amount to left but in opposite direction (turns tie rod end in).
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Check total toe.
After adjustment total toe must be within specification.
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Tighten lock nuts.