Adjusting toe constant "S": VW Phaeton

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Phaeton (3D)

• Timing position: the crankshaft or camshaft is set and locked during this job

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• Raise vehicle slightly with axle lift; wheels must not leave the turntables.

📋 Procedure

1. Slacken off hexagon nut (A).
2. Unscrew bolt (B) about 4 mm.
3. Push track rod ball joint downwards to stop.
4. Screw in bolt (B) until exact specification is achieved.
5. Tighten hexagon nut (A) and check value.

6. Tighten bolt (B).
7. Raise vehicle slightly with axle lift; wheels must not leave the turntables.
8. Remove locking pins from cylinders and insert threaded spindles into cylinders.
9. Lower vehicle onto adapterV.A.G 1925/1 with axle lift.
10. The vehicle is now in the initial position.

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