Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
SEAT Leon IV Sportstourer (KL8) 1.5 TSI, SEAT Leon IV Sportstourer (KL8) 1.5 TSI, SEAT Leon IV Sportstourer (KL8) 1.5 eTSI, SEAT Leon IV Sportstourer (KL8) 2.0 TDI, SEAT Leon IV Sportstourer (KL8) 1.0 TSI, SEAT Leon IV Sportstourer (KL8) 1.0 TSI, SEAT Leon IV Sportstourer (KL8) 1.4 TSI e-Hybrid, SEAT Leon IV Sportstourer (KL8) 1.0 TSI Mild Hybrid, SEAT Leon IV Sportstourer (KL8) 2.0 TDI, SEAT Leon IV Sportstourer (KL8) 2.0 TFSI, SEAT Leon IV Sportstourer (KL8) 2.0 TDI 4Drive, SEAT Leon IV Sportstourer (KL8) 1.5 TGi View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

This video shows the replacement procedure of a similar car part on another vehicle

All the parts you need to replace – Track Rod End for Leon IV Sportstourer (KL8) and other SEAT models
Tools
Replacement: track rod end – SEAT Leon IV Sportstourer (KL8). Tools you might need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Combination spanner #22
Combination spanner #24
Drive socket # 18
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Tap wrench
Vernier caliper
Ball joint puller
Wheel chock
Replacement: track rod end – SEAT Leon IV Sportstourer (KL8). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
  • Replace tie rod ends in pairs.
  • The replacement procedure is identical for the right and left tie rod ends.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: track rod end – SEAT Leon IV Sportstourer (KL8). Recommended sequence of steps:
  1. Step 1
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
    Step 2
    How to change Track Rod End on SEAT Leon IV Sportstourer (KL8) 2020 - free PDF and video manuals
    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  2. Step 3
    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 4
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    Replacement: track rod end – SEAT Leon IV Sportstourer (KL8). Tip:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  3. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  4. Step 6
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    Clean the fastener connecting the tie rod end to the steering knuckle. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  5. Step 7
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    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.
  6. Step 8
    How to replace Track Rod End on SEAT Leon IV Sportstourer (KL8) 2020: download PDF manuals and video instructions
    Loosen the lock nut securing the tie rod end to the tie rod. Use a combination spanner #24.
  7. Step 9
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    Unscrew the end fastening nut to the steering knuckle. Use a drive socket #18. Use a tap wrench.
  8. Step 10
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    Disconnect the tie rod end from the steering knuckle. Use a ball joint puller.
  9. Step 11
    Changing of Track Rod End on SEAT Leon IV Sportstourer (KL8) 2023 won't be an issue if you follow this illustrated step-by-step guide
    Screw the end out of the tie rod.
  10. Step 12
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    Clean the mounting seats of the tie rod end. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  11. Step 13
    Replacing Track Rod End on SEAT Leon IV Sportstourer (KL8) 2020 1.5 TSI by yourself
    Screw on a new tie rod end.
    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.
  12. Step 14
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    Connect the tie rod end to the steering knuckle.
  13. Step 15
    How to change Track Rod End on SEAT Leon IV Sportstourer (KL8) 2022 - tips and tricks
    Screw on the fastening nut that connects the tie rod end to the steering knuckle. Use a drive socket #18. Use a ratchet wrench.
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