Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
CITROËN XSARA PICASSO (N68) 1.6 16V, CITROËN XSARA PICASSO (N68) 1.6, CITROËN XSARA PICASSO (N68) 1.8 16V, CITROËN XSARA PICASSO (N68) 1.6, CITROËN XSARA PICASSO (N68) 2.0 16V, CITROËN XSARA PICASSO (N68) 1.6 HDi, CITROËN XSARA PICASSO (N68) 1.6 16V, CITROËN XSARA PICASSO (N68) 1.6 HDi, CITROËN XSARA PICASSO (N68) 1.6, CITROËN XSARA PICASSO (N68) 1.6 Chrono, CITROËN XSARA PICASSO (N68) 1.8 SX … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change tie rod end / track rod end on CITROEN XSARA PICASSO (N68) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

Alternative products

Track rod end

Replacement: track rod end – Citroen Xsara Picasso. Tools you'll need:

                      Wire brush
                    
                      WD-40 spray
                    
                      Brake cleaner 
                    
                      Copper grease 
                    
                      Combination spanner #19
                    
                      Combination spanner #21
                    
                      Drive socket # 17 
                    
                      Wheel impact socket #19
                    
                      Torque wrench
                    
                      Tap wrench
                    
                      Vernier caliper
                    
                      Ball joint puller
                    
                      Wheel chock

Buy tools

Replacement: track rod end – Citroen Xsara Picasso. AUTODOC experts recommend:

Replace tie rod ends in pairs.
The replacement procedure is identical for the right and left tie rod ends.
During the installation process, use only new bolts and nuts.
Please note: all work on the car – Citroen Xsara Picasso – should be done with the engine switched off.

Carry out replacement in the following order:

Step 1

Secure the wheels with chocks.
Step 2

Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19.
Step 3

Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
Step 4

Unscrew the wheel bolts.

Replacement: track rod end – Citroen Xsara Picasso. Tip from AUTODOC:
To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
Step 5

Remove the wheel.
Step 6

Clean the fastener connecting the tie rod end to the steering knuckle. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
Step 7

When deinstalling, mark or measure the precise position of the ball joint on the track rod, or count the number of turns in order to prevent misalignment afterward. Use a vernier caliper.
Step 8

Loosen the lock nut securing the tie rod end to the tie rod. Use a combination spanner #21 (2 pieces).
Step 9

Unscrew the end fastening nut to the steering knuckle. Use a drive socket #17. Use a tap wrench.
Step 10

Disconnect the tie rod end from the steering knuckle. Use a ball joint puller.
Step 11

Screw the end out of the tie rod.
Step 12

Clean the mounting seats of the tie rod end. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
Step 13

Screw on a new tie rod end.

Replacement: track rod end – Citroen Xsara Picasso. AUTODOC recommends:
While installing the steering rod end remember to make the same number of turns or to leave the same length of thread showing as per your measurements.
Step 14

Connect the tie rod end to the steering knuckle.

Step 15

Treat the threaded part of the tie rod. Use copper grease.

Step 16

When deinstalling, mark or measure the precise position of the ball joint on the track rod, or count the number of turns in order to prevent misalignment afterward. Use a vernier caliper.
Step 17

Tighten the fastening nut connecting the tie rod end to the steering knuckle. Use a drive socket #17. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 49 nm torque.
Step 18

Tighten the tie rod end locknut. Use a combination spanner #19 (2 pieces). Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 62 nm torque.
Step 19

Treat the fastener connecting the tie rod end to the steering knuckle. Use copper grease.
Step 20

Treat the surface where the brake disc contacts the wheel rim. Use copper grease.
Step 21

Clean the brake disk surface. Use a brake cleaner.

AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: track rod end – Citroen Xsara Picasso. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 22

Install the wheel.

Replacement: track rod end – Citroen Xsara Picasso. AUTODOC experts recommend:
To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when screwing in the fastening bolts.
Step 23

Screw in the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19.
Step 24

Lower the car and working in a cross order, tighten the wheel bolts. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 100 nm torque.

Replacement: track rod end – Citroen Xsara Picasso. Professionals recommend:
Check and adjust wheel alignment if necessary.
Step 25

Remove the jacks and chocks.

Was this manual helpful?

Please rate this manual on a scale from 1 to 5. If you have any questions, feel free to ask us.

Need New Tyres?

Find out which tyre and wheel sizes are compatible with the CITROËN Xsara Picasso (N68) model

Citroen Xsara Picasso tyre size

How to change front anti roll bar links on Citroen Xsara Picasso – replacement guide

Free download PDF
2.05 MB
How to change front lower arm on Citroen Xsara Picasso – replacement guide

Free download PDF
2 MB
How to change rear wheel bearing on Citroen Xsara Picasso – replacement guide

Free download PDF
1.58 MB
How to change front wheel bearing on CITROËN XSARA PICASSO (N68) – replacement guide

Free download PDF
3.66 MB
How to change front brake pads on Citroen Xsara Picasso – replacement guide

Free download PDF
1.42 MB
How to change rear brake pads on CITROËN XSARA PICASSO (N68) – replacement guide

Free download PDF
1.59 MB

How to change track rod end on CITROËN Xsara Hatchback (N1) – replacement guide

Free download PDF
2.21 MB
How to change track rod end on CITROËN Xsara Estate (N2) – replacement guide

Free download PDF
2.19 MB
How to change track rod end on CITROËN Xsara Coupe (N0) – replacement guide

Free download PDF
2.19 MB
How to change track rod end on CITROËN Xsara Box Body / Estate – replacement guide

Free download PDF
2.22 MB
How to change track rod end on a car – replacement tutorial

Universal

Free download PDF
1.31 MB
How to change track rod end on Citroën Berlingo M – replacement guide

Free download PDF
2.15 MB

Unlock your car maintenance assistant!

Track expenses, manage logs, schedule replacements, and more.

Save Money on Fuel with These Easy Tips | AUTODOC

5K views

Published on: 27/09/2022
DIY manual gearbox restoration | Drivetrain restoration – Part 3

18K views

Published on: 14/11/2024
Understanding Airbag Light Warnings | Essential Tips for Car Safety

6K views

Published on: 10/04/2023
How to restore a steering wheel | AUTODOC tips

63K views

Published on: 17/02/2022