Passat Sedan V6-2792cc 2.8L DOHC (AAA) SFI (1997)
Tie Rod Boot: Service and Repair
Installation
1. Check boot for wear (cuts, cracks) and ensure sealing surfaces are clean.
2. Install boot, but first turn the tie rod so that the tie rod ball joint shank is in the installation position.
3. Install pressure balance pipe.
NOTE:
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Do not damage sticker -A- when pushing the boot on (only on TRW power steering gears).
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Ensure that the boot and the pressure balance pipe are installed correctly.
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Only use genuine hose clips -B-
1- Boot
2- Housing
4. During assembly of the boot ensure that the bead -arrows- contacts the housing.
1- Hose clamp
2- Pressure compensating tube
3- Boot
4- Approx. 90°