What makes up a tie rod end?

• A Tie Rod End is a part of the steering system, there are inner tie rods and outer tie rods.
• An outer tie rod end is connected to each front wheel spindle
• An inner tie rod end is connected to the steering rack or steering gear box assembly

What are tie rod ends?

• Tie rod ends are the meeting point between a vehicle’s steering rack and steering knuckle
• The rod end not only provides the force from the steering rack to the wheels, but it also provides a pivot point for the steering to maintain its geometry

Why / When to change tie rod ends?

Why change Tie Rods Ends ?

• Due to the extreme forces put on your ends, they can wear out and cause your steering to get bad.

When to change Tie Rod Ends?

• First, if you can turn the wheel a small amount without any response from the steering system
• If your vehicle makes a squeaking sound when you turn the wheel, a worn rod end will make a short, high-pitch squeak