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Replacing Tie-Rod Ends
Tie one—or two—on for better control
by Tom Morr/autoMedia.com
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Step 1
Always buy name-brand tie-rod ends. Also beware that each side is threaded differently, so the part numbers should be different. Ask the parts person to label left and right.
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Step 2
With the vehicle raised, secured, and its front tires/wheels removed, begin the tie-rod end job by loosening the pinch bolt on the end itself or on the adjuster sleeve (depending on end style).
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Step 3
Remove the cotter pin and castellated nut from the old end.
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Step 4
Use a 2-jaw or tie-rod puller (shown) to disconnect the end.
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Step 5
Before unscrewing the old ends, mark their positions so that the new ones can be installed in roughly the same positions.
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Step 6
Install the grease fittings into the new ends (if applicable).
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Step 7
Install the new rubber boots on the replacement tie-rod ends then reverse the disassembly procedure. Always use the new hardware and cotter pins that come with the replacement ends and torque all fasteners to factory spec.
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Step 8
Lube the new ends until the grease seeps from behind the boots. Then wipe off any excess external grease.
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