Cabrio GL L4-2.0L (ABA) (2001)
Tie Rod: Service and Repair
Tie Rods (TRW or ZF), Removal and Installation
Tie Rods (TRW or ZF), removing and installing
REMOVAL
NOTE:
Only remove and install tie rods when the steering gear has been removed.
Refer to Steering - Steering Gear - Service and Repair Procedures See: Steering Gear/Service and Repair
Seal hydraulic line connections on steering gear.
1. Plastic plug
2. Plastic plug
Clean outside of steering gear in area of boot.
Open clamp and push back boot.
Hold steering gear by clamping rack in vise and remove tie rod.
If possible use open end wrench instead of vise
If using vise, remove contaminates such as metal filings, etc.
INSTALLATION
Check tie rod length dimension -a- on left tie rod and adjust if necessary.
Dimension -a- = 406 ±1 mm (15.98 ±0.04 in)
Install tie rod and lock
Tightening torque: 80 Nm (59 ft lbs)
NOTE:
Only adjust toe on the right tie rod.
If the left tie rod end must be removed, adjust to dimension -a- when reinstalling.
New left tie rods must be checked for dimension -a- and, if necessary, adjusted before installation.
Check boots for wear (cuts, cracks) and check boot sealing surfaces for cleanliness.