Maximum Steering Angle, Checking

The wheel alignment computer determines the maximum steering angle.

-- If the value for the maximum steering angle is outside of the tolerance, then observe the following parameters:

• Is there damage to or distortion of steering- and suspension components?
• Are the tie rods visually OK?
• Is the tie rod symmetry correct?

Damaged components are to be replaced.

-- If the steering wheel is crooked, then observe the following parameters:

• Check the steering components for damage and distortion. If necessary, the damaged parts are to be replaced.
• Check the suspension components for damage and distortion. If necessary, the damaged parts are to be replaced.
• Check the tie rod symmetry as well.

-- Measure the dimension -a- on the "shorter" tie rod end. Shorten the "longer" tie rod head to the same dimension. To do this, install the tie rod head -1- deeper on the tie rod -2-.

Fig 1: Measuring Tie Rod Head / Tie Rod Dimension

Courtesy of AUDI OF AMERICA, LLC

The dimension -a- must be the same on the right and left tie rod end.

The maximum permitted difference between the right and left must be less than 2.5 mm.

-- When returning the steering to its center position, let the steering wheel "come to its center" using even movements.