Steering Linkage
The tie-rod is an extension to the steering gear. The steering gear movement is transferred to the wheels by means of a tie-rod and tie-rod end. The tie-rod end is secured to the tie-rod with a locknut. See Fig 1. To prevent the ingress of dirt and water, the tie-rod entry into the steering gear is protected by a boot. SVT vehicles are equipped with travel restrictors, to allow for larger wheel and tire combination without interference problems