Cooper Convertible (R52) L4-1.6L (W10) (2005)
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Tie Rod: Service and Repair
32 21 231 - Replacing left or right tie rod
Special tools required:
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32 3 090 See: Tools and Equipment/32 3 090 Extractor
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32 3 200 See: Tools and Equipment/32 3 200 Socket Wrench WAF 34
Necessary preliminary tasks:
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Remove wheels See: Wheels and Tires/Wheels/Service and Repair/Removal and Replacement/Removing or Installing Front or Rear Wheel.
After completing work, carry out electronic wheel alignment check with KDS.
Important!
To avoid damage to rack and to suspension mounting, move rack in as far as possible.
Clean rack and tie rod.
Grease toothed area of rack, refer to BMW Service Operating Fluids.
The steering gear must be replaced if the polished surface of the rack is damaged (rust).
Release nut on tie rod end.
Press out tie rod end with special tool 32 3 090 See: Tools and Equipment/32 3 090 Extractor (1).