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Inner Tie Rod

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NOTE: Always check and repair (if necessary) outer tie rod free-play before checking inner tie rod free-play. False results can otherwise be obtained.
Fig 1: Checking For Inner Tie Rod Free-Play
GC0080540Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
  1. Grasp the inner tie rod near the steering gear bellows and attempt to move the tie rod straight up and down. If any free-play is felt, replace the inner tie rod. See Steering/Gear/TIE ROD, Steering - Removal .
  2. If no free-play is felt, install the front wheels. Refer to Tires and Wheels - Installation .
  3. Remove support and lower the vehicle.