Replace tie rod end (Steering Linkage)

Make

Vauxhall

Model

Astra H

Section

Steering Linkage › Repair Instructions › Replace tie rod end

SteeringReplace tie rod end

Replace tie rod end   Remove 1.   Remove front wheel. 2.   Measure exposed thread length (l) from lock nut to thread end of tie rod 3.   Release lock nut (1) •   counterhold with open-ended wrench on tie rod end 4.   Release tie rod end (6) from steering knuckle (5) •   Attach CH-47658 (1) – Place CH-47658 (1) in position with a suitable sleeve (4) Note:   To centre CH-47658 , CH-47658 must be inserted with a suitable socket (3). – Fasten CH-47658 (1) to hex (2) •   Unscrew tie rod end nut •   Detach CH-47658 (1) – Release at hex (2) 5.   Detach tie rod end from steering knuckle •   Press tie rod end out of steering knuckle using KM-161-B (1) combined with KM-161-2 6.   Detach tie rod end from tie rod.   Install 7.   Attach tie rod end to tie rod 60 Nm Note:   First check exposed thread length •   Lock tie rod end with lock nut – counterhold with open-ended wrench on tie rod end 8.   Attach tie rod end to steering knuckle •   Attach CH-47658 – Affix CH-47658 with suitable cover Note:   In order to centre CH-47658 , CH-47658 must be inserted with a suitable socket. Insert fastening nut of the tie rod end into socket – Fasten CH-47658 to hex •   Tighten new nut for tie rod end 30 Nm +90° +15° •   Detach CH-47658 – Release at hex 9.   Fit front wheel 110 Nm 10.   Check toe-in, adjust if necessary

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