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Tie Rod: Service and Repair

32 21 151 Replacing left or right tie rod

Special tools required:
^ 32 3 090

Important:
After installation: Adjust front axle.





If necessary, remove front wheel.
Unscrew nut and pull off tie rod using special tool 32 3 090.
Installation:
Remove grease from pin and bore. Replace self-locking nut.






Determine distance (A) - makes wheel alignment easier.
Release clamping nut.
Unscrew tie rod end while counterholding on tie rod.
Installation: Mount clamping ring (1).
Screw in tie-rod end to distance (A).