TT Quattro Coupe V6-3.2L (CBRA) (2008)
Tie Rod: Service and Repair
Tie Rod
Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required
‹› Ball Joint Puller (3287 A)
‹› Hose Clamp Pliers (V.A.G 1275)
‹› Torque Wrench (V.A.G 1332)
‹› Open-Jaw Torque Wrench Insert (V.A.G 1923)
‹› Locking Pliers (VAS 6199)
Removing tie rod
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Turn steering wheel into straight ahead position.
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Clean outside of steering gear in area of boot.
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Loosen nut - 3 -, counterhold on tie rod end - 2 - while doing this.
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Remove front wheel.
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Loosen nut of tie rod ball joint, but do not remove yet.
To protect thread, screw nut on pin a few turns.
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Press off tie rod ball joint from wheel bearing housing using (3287 A) and now remove nut.