2000 A6 alignment questions

[Tim Leonard]

It is similar to any other tie rod end. Loosen the locknut and turn the 13mm
hex. If (and most likely) it will not turn it is seized. Use a pair of vice
grips on the round area (not the hex) along with a bit of Kroil and rattle
it with an air hammer to vibrate the Kroil into the threads. Work it back
and forth and then remove completely to clean and reassemble with
anti-seize.
Tim Leonard

> Well, I'm replacing the tie-rod end on my boss's car and am wondering how
> you're supposed to set the toe.  Looks to me like you have to remove the
> tie-rod end from the spindle and turn then re-attach instead of just
turning
> a simple adjuster one way or the other.  Any one have any been there-done
> that advice?

> Dave