Replace tie rods (Steering Linkage)

Make

Vauxhall

Model

Astra H

Section

Steering Linkage › Repair Instructions › Replace tie rods

SteeringReplace tie rods

Replace tie rods Note:   For ZF steering there are 3 different tie rods per model variant - see also publication "New Technical Features Astra-H". When replacing the tie rods, note the part number required to avoid mistakes.   Remove 1.   Remove corresponding tie rod end from tie rod 2.   Remove corresponding boot Note:   On RHD vehicles, to remove and refit the left-hand tie rod the right-hand boot must also be detached from the steering gear. On LHD vehicles, to remove and refit the right-hand tie rod the left-hand boot must also be detached from the steering gear. On vehicles with right- and left-hand drive a flat surface is to be found on the steering shaft side to hold against the steering rack (arrows). 3.   Remove tie rod (1) •   Unscrew using KM-6247 (2) – Slide KM-6247 (2) onto the tie rod to the stop (arrow) •   Counterhold with open-ended wrench (3) against flattening on steering gear Note:   Counterholding is no longer necessary in vehicles as of model year 2006.   Install 4.   Attach tie rod (1) to steering gear 90 Nm •   Clean rack thread and coat with locking compound. •   Screw in using KM-6247 (2) – Slide KM-6247 (2) onto the tie rod to the stop (arrow) •   Counterhold with open-ended wrench (3) against flattening on steering gear Note:   Counterholding is no longer necessary in vehicles as of model year 2006. 5.   Install boot or boots 6.   Install corresponding tie rod end 7.   Check straight-ahead position, adjust if necessary 8.   Check toe-in, adjust if necessary

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