Tie Rod

Tie Rod

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

• Holding fixture (VW 313)

• Pliers (V.A.G 1275)

• Torque wrench (V.A.G 1332)

• 34 mm open end wrench insert (V.A.G 1332/5)

• Transmission holder (T10108)

Removing

Tie rods can only be removed and installed when steering gear has been removed.

Power steering gear, removing and installing => [ Power Steering Gear ] Power Steering Gear.

- Seal line connections on power steering gear if not done already.

- Clean outside of power steering gear in area of boot.

- Open clamp and push back boot.

- Tension steering gear on transmission support ( T10108) and remove tie rods from steering rack.





• To clamp steering gear, use hole "5" and the matching hole lying opposite on transmission support.

Installing

Installation is performed in reverse order of removal.

Tightening specifications => [ Steering Gear ] [1][2]Specifications.