Front Axle Toe, Adjusting

Front Axle Toe, Adjusting

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

• Torque Wrench (V.A.G 1332)

• Insert Tool 24 mm (V.A.G 1332/11)

- Loosen lock nut - 3 -, when doing so counterhold at tie rod end - 2 -.





- Remove open spring clip - 1 - from boot.

- Set toe by twisting the left and/or right tie rod.

For this purpose, an open-end wrench can be placed on hex head of tie rod.

Be sure that boots are not twisted after turning tie rods!

Twisted boots wear out quickly.

- Tighten lock nut with socket SW 24 (V.A.G 1332/11 ) while counterholding tie rod end - 1 -.





- Check toe value again.

Setting may change slightly after lock nut is tightened.

If the measured toe nevertheless lies within the tolerance, the adjustment is correct.

- Install spring clamp on boot.

Tightening Specifications