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HOMESERVICE MANUALSAUDI2011Q5 QUATTRO (8RB) V6-3.2L (CALB)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISMAINTENANCEALIGNMENTSERVICE AND REPAIRPROCEDURESFRONT AXLE TOE, ADJUSTING
2011 Audi Q5 Quattro (8RB) V6-3.2L (CALB)
Front Axle Toe, Adjusting
2011 Audi Q5 Quattro (8RB) V6-3.2L (CALB)SECTION Front Axle Toe, Adjusting
Front Axle Toe, Adjusting
- Measure the dimension - a - between the tie rod head - 1 - and the left and right tie rod - 2 - and make a note of the value. Dimension - a - should be the same before and after adjusting on the left and right.
- Loosen lock nut - B -.
• Counterhold the tie rod end - C - when loosening the lock nut - B -.
- Adjust toe on left and right-hand wheels at hex - A -.
• Be sure that boots are not twisted after turning tie rods!
Twisted boots wear out quickly.
- Tighten lock nut - B - (refer to => [ Hydraulic Power Steering Gear ] Overhaul) and check toe-in value again.
After tightening lock nut - B - it is possible that the value deviates slightly.
If the measured toe nevertheless lies within the tolerance, the adjustment is correct.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.