Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
SKODA Rapid Spaceback (NH1) 1.2 TSI, SKODA Rapid Spaceback (NH1) 1.2 TSI, SKODA Rapid Spaceback (NH1) 1.6 TDI, SKODA Rapid Spaceback (NH1) 1.4 TSI, SKODA Rapid Spaceback (NH1) 1.6 TDI, SKODA Rapid Spaceback (NH1) 1.6, SKODA Rapid Spaceback (NH1) 1.2, SKODA Rapid Spaceback (NH1) 1.2 TSI, SKODA Rapid Spaceback (NH1) 1.2 TSI, SKODA Rapid Spaceback (NH1) 1.4 TSI, SKODA Rapid Spaceback (NH1) 1.4 TDI, SKODA Rapid Spaceback (NH1) 1.6 TDI, SKODA Rapid Spaceback (NH1) 1.0 TSI, SKODA Rapid Spaceback (NH1) 1.0 TSI, SKODA Rapid Spaceback (NH1) 1.2 LPG, SKODA Rapid Spaceback (NH1) 1.2 LPG, SKODA Rapid Spaceback (NH1) 1.6 SRE View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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All the parts you need to replace – Track Rod End for Rapid Spaceback (NH1) and other SKODA models
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Replacement: track rod end – SKODA RAPID Spaceback (NH1). Tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Copper grease
Combination spanner #19
Combination spanner #22
Drive socket # 19
Wheel impact socket #17
Torque wrench
Ball joint puller
Vernier caliper
Rubber mallet
Wheel chock
Replacement: track rod end – SKODA RAPID Spaceback (NH1). AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • 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 – SKODA RAPID Spaceback (NH1). Use the following procedure:
  1. Step 1
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  2. Step 2
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  3. Step 3
    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 4
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. SKODA RAPID Spaceback (NH1)
  4. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. 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.
  6. 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.
  7. Step 8
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    Loosen the lock nut securing the tie rod end to the tie rod. Use a combination spanner #19. Use a combination spanner #22.
  8. Step 9
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    Unscrew the end fastening nut to the steering knuckle. Use a combination spanner #19.
  9. Step 10
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    Disconnect the tie rod end from the steering knuckle. Use a ball joint puller. Use a rubber mallet.
  10. Step 11
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    Screw the end out of the tie rod. Use a combination spanner #19.
  11. Step 12
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    Treat the threaded part of the tie rod. Use copper grease.
  12. Step 13
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    Screw on a new tie rod end.
    Replacement: track rod end – SKODA RAPID Spaceback (NH1). AUTODOC experts recommend:
    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.
  13. Step 14
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    Connect the tie rod end to the steering knuckle.
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