Rabbit L5-2.5L (CBUA) (2008)
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Slide boot -2- on to tie rod -1-, pay attention to correct position when doing this.
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Slide boot on to steering gear housing until it stops.
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Tighten new clamp using locking pliers VAS 6199 to the extent depicted in the illustration.
Further installation is in the reverse sequence to removal.
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Install wheel and tighten.
After installation the vehicle must be measured.
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Perform vehicle alignment.
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Perform basic setting for Steering Angle Sensor G85.
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Then perform basic setting of steering system.
Tightening Specifications
Tie Rod (Generation II)
Tie Rod (Generation II)
Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required
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Ball joint puller 3287 A
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Hose clamp pliers V.A.G 1275
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Torque Wrench V.A.G 1332
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38 mm open end wrench insert V.A.G 1923
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Locking pliers VAS 6199
Removing tie rod
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Turn steering wheel into straight ahead position.
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Clean outside of steering gear in area of boots.