New Beetle L5-2.5L (BPS) (2006)
To do this, use an open-end wrench on hex head - arrow - of tie rod.
Be sure boot is not twisted after turning tie rods.
Twisted boots wear out quickly.
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Tighten lock nut - 1 - to 50 Nm and check toe value again.
Setting may change slightly after lock nut - 1 - is tightened.
The setting is OK however if setting value deviates from specified value no greater than 2'.
Steering Angle, Checking
Steering Angle, Checking
This test is only required then, if
‹› Wheel locks are different by more than 2 degrees from one another starting from steering center
‹› One side there is contact between tire and a front axle component or body at full lock
‹› Turning circles on left and rights are different
Distance between front axle components and tires - arrow - must be equal at maximum wheel lock.
If distance is uneven, distance can be correct by rotating the left and right tie rods.
Example:
When right wheel lock is less than the left;
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Loosen lock nuts of tie rods.
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Rotate left tie rod (unscrew from tie rod end).
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Rotate right tie rod the same distance in opposite direction (screw into tie rod end).
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Check total toe.
After adjusting, total toe must match prescribed specified value!
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Tighten lock nuts.
Setting may change slightly after lock nut - 1 - is tightened.