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
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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
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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
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