Golf L4-2.0L (BEV) (2004)
Alignment: Testing and Inspection
Left and right-hand wheel lock, checking
This test is only necessary if:
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The steering locks differ by more than 2 - from one another from the steering center point
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One side has contact between tire and a front axle component or body at full lock
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Turning circles left/right different
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The distance between front axle components and tires -arrow - must be the same at full lock (full turn left/right).
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If the distances are unequal then this can be corrected by turning left/right tie rod.
Example:
Right steering lock smaller than left;
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Loosen tie rod lock nuts.
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Turn left tie rod counter-clockwise (unscrew tie rod end).
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Turn tie rod, right side equal amount to left but in opposite direction (turns tie rod end in).
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Check total toe.
Note: Check total toe is still set to prescribed specifications after completing adjustments!
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Tighten lock nuts.
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After tightening lock nut - 1 - it is possible that the value will change slightly.
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If toe adjustment has not moved more than 2'from specification, adjustment is OK.
Note: After turning tie rods, ensure that the boots are not twisted.