Passat Sedan 4Motion V6-2.8L (ATQ) (2003)
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Tie Rod: Service and Repair
Tie Rods, Removing and Installing
Tie rods, removing and installing
Special tools and equipment required
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VAG 1332 Torque wrench
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VAG 1923 Open end wrench attachment
Left and right-hand tie rods are identical.
They can be removed and installed with steering gear installed.
Removing
On vehicles with 5 valve engines, air cleaner and air line must be removed.
To remove the left tie rod on vehicles with 4-cyl. engine, remove heat shield.
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Remove nut -2- and phillips-head screws -3-.
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Remove heat shield -1-.
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Remove front wheel.
