Tie Rods - Installing/Adjusting Length
Group: 48Number: 93-O2
Date: April 30, 1993
Subject:
Tie rods, installing/adjusting length
Model(s):
Passat 1993 m.y.
The left tie rod length specification for vehicles with the VR6 engine has changed from the length shown in Repair Group 48 of the Passat Repair Manual.
The "Brakes-Wheels-Suspension-Steering" microfiche will be updated at the next filming to reflect the change.
Use the following procedure when installing tie rods:
Tie rods, installing
Check/adjust tie rod length, left side only
Tie Rod:
^ All except vehicles with VR6 engine:
a = 395.0 +/- 1 mm (15.5 +/- 0.039 in.)
Tie Rod:
^ Vehicles with VR6 engine
a = 413.1 +/- 1 mm (16.36 +/- 0.039 in.)
Note
When the left tie rod length is disturbed by removal/replacement of the tie rod end, check/adjust the length to specifications.
New left tie rods must also be checked before installation and adjusted to dimension "a" if necessary.
Adjust toe setting at right tie rod only