Tie Rod Length, Checking and Adjusting

Tie Rod Length, Checking and Adjusting

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

• Hose clamp pliers (V.A.G 1275)

Perform The Following:

- Check left tie rod for dimension "a" and adjust if necessary.






Dimension - a - = 392 +/- 1 mm

Also check new tie rods for dimension "a" before installing and adjust if necessary.

The total toe must be check on the alignment rack and adjusted if necessary.

Boot, installing

- Check boot for wear (slits, cracks) and check sealing surfaces of boot for dirt.

- Install boot. Turn the tie rod so that the tie rod ball joint shank is in the installation position.






- Tension clamp using hose clamp pliers (V.A.G 1275).

Only Use Original Clamps.

Take Care Not To Twist The Boot When Installing It.