Questions on MK2 Inner Tie Rod Replacement - page 2 - Troubleshooting - VWDiesel.net The IDI, TDI, and mTDI source.

• #15 by casanis on 26 Feb, 2011 07:18
• I would say it is easier with the rack in place...YMMV.
  
  I replaced both tie rods on my 85 Jetta (w/ pwr steering) exactly as the link shows:
  
  http://faculty.ccp.edu/faculty/dreed/Campingart/jettatech/tierods/tierods.htm
  
  I ended up cutting the old ones in half to get them out. I tried the loaner tool program at my local auto store, however, nothing seemed to fit.
  
  I ended up buying this tool which made the job very easy:
  
  http://www.princessauto.com/workshop/hand-tools/automotive-tools/auto-repair/8159949-inner-tie-rod-socket
  
  Alignment after installed and all was well.
  
  best of luck!
  adam.