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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 Inner Tie Rod Free-Play
GC0082934Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, 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. Refer to TIE ROD, STEERING, REMOVAL .
  2. If no free-play is felt, install the front wheels. Refer to INSTALLATION .
  3. Remove support and lower the vehicle.