Adjusting Front Axle Toe - Volkswagen 2004 Golf Workshop Manual

Golf 2004 ➤ , Golf Plus 2005 ➤
Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 08.2009
– Loosen nut -1-.
– Turn eccentric bolt -2- until specification is attained.
– Now tighten nut.
Specified torque
Component
Lower transverse link to subframe
♦ Use new nut
♦ Tighten threaded connections only when vehicle is in
the normal running position.
8.10

Adjusting front axle toe

Special tools and workshop equipment required
♦ Torque wrench -V.A.G 1332-
♦ Tool insert 24 mm -V.A.G 1332/11-
– Loosen lock nut -3- while counterholding on head of track rod
-2-.
– Pull spring-type clip -1- off boot.
– Adjust toe by turning left and/or right track rod.
To do this, use an open jaw spanner on hexagon flats on track
rod.
After turning track rods, ensure that boots are not twisted.
Twisted boots wear out quickly.
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Rep. Gr.44 - Wheels, tyres, vehicle geometry
Specified torque
95 Nm