Rear Tie Rod

Tie rod, removing and installing

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

^ Torque wrench V.A.G 1332

Note:
^ Align vehicle after repair.

Removing

- Remove tire.
- Remove coil spring.





- Remove threaded connections - 1 - and - 2 - and remove tie rod.

Installing

Note:
^ Replace bolts and self-locking nuts.





- First tighten threaded connections nuts - 1 - and - 2 - only to 20 Nm.
- Install coil spring.





- Tighten threaded connections - 1 - and - 2 -
- Bonded rubber bushings have a limited torsional range. Only tighten threaded connections at links if vehicle is in curb weight position
- Perform vehicle alignment.

Alignment must take place on a VW/Audi recommended alignment stand.