Tie Rod, Removing And Installing: Installing

Install in reverse order of removal while noting the following:

If the boot was removed from the steering gear, the sealing ring -item  ) OVERVIEW - POWER STEERING GEAR - List Item: Seal on the steering gear must also be replaced.

-- Make sure the correct tie rod end is installed on each side  .

Fig 1: Identifying Left Tie Rod End -I- And Right Tie Rod End -II-

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I -  Left tie rod end marked with an "L"

II -  Right tie rod end marked with an "R"

-- Tighten the tie rod.

Fig 2: Identifying V.A.G 1923 -1- And V.A.G 1332 -2-

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1. Torque Wrench Insert - Open Jaw: VAG1923 
2. Torque Wrench 1332 40-200Nm: VAG1332 

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

-- Install the boot and clamp.

Install in reverse order of removal.

-- Install the wheel and tighten. Refer to WHEEL BOLT TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS .

-- After installation, a vehicle alignment must be performed. Refer to WHEEL ALIGNMENT .