How to change track rod end on VW Polo III Hatchback (6N1) – replacement guide
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The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
This video shows the replacement procedure of a similar car part on another vehicle
Track rod end
- 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 – VW POLO (6N1) – should be done with the engine switched off.
- Step 1
Secure the wheels with chocks.
Step 2
Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
- Step 3
Raise the car.
Replacement: track rod end – VW POLO (6N1). Tip:If you are using a jack, make sure it rests on a flat surface without any unevenness.Be sure to additionally secure the car with jack stands.
Step 4
Unscrew the wheel bolts.
AUTODOC recommends:Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. VW POLO (6N1)
- Step 5
Remove the wheel.
- Step 6
Clean all tie rod end connections. 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 #19. Use a combination spanner #22.
- Step 9
Unscrew the end fastening nut to the steering knuckle. Use a drive socket #19. Use a ratchet 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 all-purpose cleaning spray.
- Step 13
Treat the mounting seats of the tie rod end. Use copper grease.
- Step 14
Screw on a new tie rod end. Use a vernier caliper.
Replacement: track rod end – VW POLO (6N1). 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.
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