Bushing Inner Tie Rod, Replacing
Bushing Inner Tie Rod, Replacing
Special tools
951 2923
999 7034
999 7035
999 7036
999 7054
Removal
Note: As the illustrations in this service information are used for different model years and / or models, some variation may occur. However, the essential information in the illustrations is always correct.
Preparations
- Mark up the position on the spacer eccentric
- Remove the screw for the tie rod mounting
- Twist the tie rod down.
Removing the bushing
- Install the hydraulic cylinder
- Use tool 951 2923 with 999 7054, 999 7035, 999 7036 and 999 7034
- Pull the bushing out.
Installation
Installing bushing
- Install the hydraulic cylinder
- Use tool 951 2923 with 999 7054, 999 7035, 999 7036 and 999 7034
- Pull the bushing until only approximately 2 mm of the bushing steel sleeve is visible
- Remove the hydraulic cylinder.
Installing tie rod
Install:
- the tie rod
- the screw with the eccentric washer for the tie rod mounting (do not tighten).
Preparations for raising the suspension (AWD only)
- Secure the control arms down using retaining straps
- Remove the screw for the shock absorber mounting
- Pull the shock absorber from its mounting
- Release the retaining strap.
Warning: There is a risk of injury, do not place your hands in the surrounding area of the shock absorber when releasing the retaining strap.
Raising the suspension
Applies only to All-wheel drive (AWD):
- Press the suspension up to its normal position, see Normal position.
Does not apply to AWD:
- Press the suspension up to its normal position, see Tensioner, instructions for use.
Applies to all models:
- Tighten the outer mounting for the tie rod. Tighten to 80 Nm.
Note: Ensure that the eccentric washers are positioned in the previously marked position.
Installing the shock absorber (all-wheel drive (AWD) only)
Install the retaining strap and pull down the control arms so that the shock absorber can be installed.
Install:
- the shock absorber
- the screw. Tighten to 80 Nm.
Remove the retaining strap.