How to carry out replacement: Track Rod End 1.6 (L48) Vauxhall Astra H
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How to change track rod end on VAUXHALL Astra Mk V (H) (A04) Hatchback – replacement guide

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This replacement procedure can be used for:
VAUXHALL Astra Mk V (H) (A04) Hatchback 1.4 (L48), VAUXHALL Astra Mk V (H) (A04) Hatchback 1.6 (L48), VAUXHALL Astra Mk V (H) (A04) Hatchback 1.8 (L48), VAUXHALL Astra Mk V (H) (A04) Hatchback 2.0 Turbo (L48), VAUXHALL Astra Mk V (H) (A04) Hatchback 1.7 CDTI (L48), VAUXHALL Astra Mk V (H) (A04) Hatchback 1.7 CDTI (L48), VAUXHALL Astra Mk V (H) (A04) Hatchback 1.9 CDTI (L48), VAUXHALL Astra Mk V (H) (A04) Hatchback 1.3 CDTI (L48), VAUXHALL Astra Mk V (H) (A04) Hatchback 2.0 Turbo (L48), VAUXHALL Astra Mk V (H) (A04) Hatchback 1.9 CDTI 16V (L48), VAUXHALL Astra Mk V (H) (A04) Hatchback 1.9 CDTI (L48), VAUXHALL Astra Mk V (H) (A04) Hatchback 2.0 Turbo (L48), VAUXHALL Astra Mk V (H) (A04) Hatchback 1.6 (L48), VAUXHALL Astra Mk V (H) (A04) Hatchback 1.8 (L48), VAUXHALL Astra Mk V (H) (A04) Hatchback 1.7 CDTi (L48), VAUXHALL Astra Mk V (H) (A04) Hatchback 1.6 Turbo (L48) … View more

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Replacement: track rod end – VAUXHALL ASTRA Mk V (H) Hatchback. List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Combination spanner #22
Drive socket # 18
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Vernier caliper
Ball joint puller
Wheel chock
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Replacement: track rod end – VAUXHALL ASTRA Mk V (H) Hatchback. AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • Replace tie rod ends in pairs.
  • The replacement procedure is identical for the right and left tie rod ends.
  • Please note: all work on the car – VAUXHALL ASTRA Mk V (H) Hatchback – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
    How to change Track Rod End on Vauxhall Astra H 2004 - free PDF and video manuals
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  2. Step 2
    How to replace VAUXHALL Astra Mk V (H) (A04) Hatchback 1.6 (L48) 2005 Track Rod End - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    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
    Vauxhall Astra H 1.4 (L48) 2006 Track Rod End replacement: free workshop manuals
    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. VAUXHALL ASTRA Mk V (H) Hatchback
  4. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 6
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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 7
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    Clean the fastener connecting the tie rod end to the steering knuckle. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  7. Step 8
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    Unscrew the end fastening nut to the steering knuckle. Use a drive socket #18. Use a ratchet wrench.
  8. Step 9
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    Disconnect the tie rod end from the steering knuckle. Use a ball joint puller.
  9. Step 10
    Changing of Track Rod End on Vauxhall Astra H 2006 won't be an issue if you follow this illustrated step-by-step guide
    Clean the lock nut that connects the tie rod to the tie rod end. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  10. Step 11
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    Loosen the lock nut securing the tie rod end to the tie rod. Use a combination spanner #22.
  11. Step 12
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    Screw the end out of the tie rod.
  12. Step 13
    Astra Mk V (H) (A04) Hatchback 1.9 CDTI (L48) 2009 Track Rod End DIY replacement workshop manual
    Clean the mounting seats of the tie rod end. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
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