Remove
Important. The tie rod end was changed with model year 2010. The aftersales department now keeps only tie rod ends from model year 2010 in its range.
- 1. Detach appropriate front wheel • Unscrew 5x bolts
- 2. Loosen tie rod end • Fit CH-47658 (2) in correct position • Unscrew 2x nuts (5) • Remove CH-47658 (2) – Loosen at hex head (1)
Note. Centre with push-fit socket (6). Use suitable sleeve (4). Sleeve (4) must lie flat against tie rod lever (3). Tighten CH-47658 (2) on hex head (1).
- 3. Loosen tie rod end (1) using KM-161-B (2) in conjunction with the hook KM-161-2
- 4. Detach tie rod end (3) from tie rod. • Measure exposed thread length (l) from lock nut to thread end of tie rod • Unscrew tie rod end (3) – Release lock nut (2) – Counterhold on hexagon of tie rod (1)
Install
Important. First check measured exposed thread length!
- 5. Attach tie rod end to tie rod • Screw on tie rod end to the marking • Lock tie rod end with lock nut 65 Nm
- 6. Attach tie rod end Tie rod end or steering knuckle was already installed once: 35 Nm . • Fit CH-47658 in correct position • Tighten nut 35 Nm • Remove CH-47658 – Loosen at hex head
Important. When replacing both components (tie rod end and steering knuckle) in service, use torque 30 Nm + 180° + 15° .
Note. Centre with push-fit socket. Use suitable sleeve. Sleeve must lie flat against tie rod lever. Tighten CH-47658 on hex head.
- 7. Attach front wheel • Tighten 5x wheel bolts 110 Nm
- 8. Check toe-in, adjust if necessary
- 9. Calibrate steering wheel position sensor • Position steering wheel exactly straight ahead. Deviation: less than 5° • Programming with the Tech2